Southside Electric Cooperative (SEC) is seeking a Network Administrator based at our Headquarters office in Crewe, VA. This position is open until filled.

Please note, this position is in Crewe, Virginia, USA. It is not in Crewe, Cheshire East, UK.

The Network Administrator is responsible for developing, monitoring, and maintaining a system network to efficiently and effectively meet the needs of the Cooperative. The Network Administrator is also responsible for maintaining the Cooperative Voice & Data networks, VOIP telephone and IVR systems, Cyber Security, Mobile Technology, and Business software solutions.  

 What will you do if hired?

• Network LAN/WAN – Voice, Data & Security

• • Install, configure, maintain, test, and troubleshoot the Cooperative’s hardware and software pertaining to network operations including Cooperative-owned facilities (Microwave data systems) and public facilities provided by telecommunications companies. Evaluate and recommend changes for current and future network requirements to meet the Cooperative's needs.
  • Ensure the Cooperative computer networks meet PCI Compliance, NERC CIP compliance, and all industry standard and regulatory security requirements.
  • Analyze and resolve problems associated with server hardware, virtual infrastructure, (Nutanix), network operating systems, and network applications.
  • Direct contractors working on network and security appliance device configurations during implementation and maintenance.
  • Configure and maintain network security systems to protect data from unauthorized users. Identify and resolve security violations and report those to management.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve network access problems.
  • Implement network security policies and procedures as directed.
  • Ensure network (LAN/WAN) security access and protect against unauthorized access, modification, or damage.

• Internet/Intranet Web

• • Assist the Member Engagement & Communications (MEC) department with network and security support to meet the Cooperative’s website needs.
  • Assist with troubleshooting issues with existing or developed systems, and work with the appropriate resources to resolve them.
  • Assist the MEC department with vendors or consultants on any problems, questions and testing of revisions to the websites.

• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

• • Responsible for assigned portions of IT network-related disaster recovery plan including, but not limited to network restoration, security, and critical IT systems.

• Documentation

• • Document all issues and changes in detail on all work including, but not limited to, network hardware and software, security, e-Business, configurations, installations, patches, revisions, and credentials.
  • Store documentation in media safe vault as directed in IT Recovery Plan
  • Document all IT issues and their resolutions.
  • Document all work in greatly detailed, extremely organized, methodical, and simple to follow instructions.

• Support 

• • Support department personnel and users on complex issues and all other knowledgeable areas.
  • Work closely with the information technology team to share knowledge, assist, and provide backup.
  • Log and manage issues and projects utilizing an IT ticketing system.

Education:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Four-year degree in Information Technology or related field preferred (experience will be considered in lieu of education)

Certifications:

• Cisco CCNA or equivalent required
• Cisco CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent desired
• Microsoft MCSA, MCSE, or equivalent desired
• Security + or equivalent desired

Experience:

• Four or more years' progressive work experience in a complex, related computer environment focusing on networking, security, and e-business.
• Four additional years' related computer work experience or certifications may substitute for educational requirements.

Residency requirement: The Network Administrator must reside within 60 minutes legal driving time to the headquarters office in Crewe. If you currently live outside of this area, you will be required to relocate at your own expense within 90 days of hire. We do not waive this requirement, so please apply only if you have considered this carefully and are fully prepared to relocate if offered the position. Please note, this position is in Crewe, Virginia, USA. It is not in Crewe, Cheshire East, UK.

At Southside Electric Cooperative, our members are our priority. We are not intimidated by adverse situations, and we know extra hours will be necessary during emergencies. Like you, we are always ready to roll up our sleeves and get to work when the workload demands. While other businesses close their doors during inclement weather, we report to work to serve our members, any time, night, or day.

Benefits

Because SEC employees take great care of our members, we reward them with a very competitive salary and an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Employer sponsored Retirement plan after one year of service.
• Employer contributions to employee 401(k) accounts after one year of service. (Employees may contribute after completing a full calendar month of service.)
• HDHP Anthem HealthKeepers health insurance with 100% employer paid premium for employees and 95% employer paid premiums for their eligible dependents. (Anthem KeyCare is also available with a small employee premium.)
• Anthem Dental and Vision, with 100% employer paid premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
• HSA with annual employer contribution.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA).
• Basic Life Insurance and AD&D insurance, each at 3x annual salary for employees with 100% employer paid premium.
•  Affordable life insurance for dependents including $20,000 life insurance per child for only $2 per month, regardless of the number of children covered.
•  Tuition reimbursement including books and fees.
• Premium LifeLock with Norton

 Minimum Pay - $92,013

NO RECRUITERS OR AGENCIES!

Documents to establish identity and employment eligibility are required. Offers of employment are conditional upon a negative alcohol and controlled substance test.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

About Southside Electric Cooperative, Inc.

SEC strives to provide safe, reliable electricity and related services at the highest value to our member-owners. We exist to enhance the quality of life of the communities in which we serve and live. We achieve this mission by our actions that demonstrate integrity, fiscal responsibility, member engagement, community involvement, and by living out the cooperative principles. The relationship we have with the member-owners of SEC matters to us, and we work hard every day to prove this through our actions. We recognize that our member-owners expect to receive a quality of service which surpasses that typically associated with simply being a “customer” of an investor-owned utility. Our four district offices are located in the areas where we serve, and our employees live in these areas as well. Our employees are very active in our communities and participate in a number of ways to improve the areas in which they live. SEC employees are active volunteer fire fighters, EMTs, first responders, youth sports coaches, and Sunday school teachers, to name a few. Making Southside Virginia a better place to live and work is very important to us. It is inherent in our mission as a cooperative and it is a commitment we make, not only to our members but to our co-workers and our families.

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