Entergy · 1 day ago
IT Specialist I, II, Sr or IT Consultant
The Woodlands, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level
0+ years expEntergy is a provider of essential services, and they are seeking an IT Specialist to ensure the stability and integrity of network services. The role involves planning, designing, and developing local and wide area networks, as well as analyzing network characteristics and making recommendations for improvements.
Electrical DistributionEnergyMarketingPower GridRetail TechnologyTrading Platform
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform detailed network package capture and analysis to resolve complex technical issues
Analyze, design, develop, implement, and continuously improve data communication network infrastructure
Design, implement and provide ongoing support for cellular, wireless, and wired technology-based solutions in electrical substations, power plants, offices, and data center environments
Design, implement and provide ongoing support for Cisco Network environments
Perform analysis at physical, data, control, and higher order protocol layers and develops/prototypes network/communications systems. Participate in the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communication links
Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records using Word, Excel, Visio, Service-Now, and other tools
Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed using SolarWinds, Wireshark, Nessus and other tools
Design and deploy company LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including routers, switches and other hardware
Oversee and implement new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades
Interact and coordinate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services
Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry
Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures, and associated training plans for network administration, usage, and disaster recovery
Participate in managing all network connectivity and security solutions
Configure networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling business objectives and processes
Ensure network connectivity of all necessary devices
Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information
Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports
Respond as the Data Network representative in an ‘on-call’ 24x7 rotation to resolve emergent issues in both Corporate and NERC CIP network environments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or Computer Science or equivalent work experience
IT Specialist I: 0-2 years of relevant experience
IT Specialist II: 2+ years of relevant experience
IT Specialist Sr: 4+ years of relevant experience
IT Consultant: 6+ years of relevant experience, 3+ years' solution design experience is a plus
Demonstrated knowledge / experience in Network Technologies including but not limited to networking protocols, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, WINS, network management tools, use of packet capture and other troubleshooting tools
Understanding of router and switch devices
Demonstrates understanding of routing protocols RIPv1/v2, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, NAT, Access-Lists, route re-distribution, IP Multicast, VLANs, and spanning tree
Priority given to previous networking experience maintaining NERC CIP environments, demonstrated experience with Software Defined Networking / Application Centric Infrastructure, Aruba wireless environments, VMWare, a plus
CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cisco networking certifications and Cisco Academy Certifications also a plus
Preferred
Master's degree is a plus
Company
Entergy
At Entergy (NYSE: ETR), we power life.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.3B2025-03-17Post Ipo Equity· $1.3B
1985-05-03IPO
Leadership Team
Drew Marsh
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
John O. Hudson III
SVP, federal policy, regulatory and government affairs
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