Entergy · 1 day ago
IT Consultant
Little Rock, AR
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
6+ years expEntergy is an energy company providing essential services, and they are seeking an IT Consultant to ensure the stability and integrity of their network systems. The role involves planning, designing, and developing local and wide area networks, as well as troubleshooting and optimizing network performance.
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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
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
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
Configure networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling business objectives and processes
Develop automation workflows to reduce manual intervention and improve operational efficiency
Create and maintain scripts (Python, PowerShell, Bash) to automate: Network monitoring and alerting, Device configuration and firmware updates, Data extraction and reporting from network management systems
Support day-to-day operations of the combined AMI/DA infrastructure
Understand principles of network design, especially radio-frequency mesh technology
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, Automated Metering/Distribution Automation and NERC CIP network environments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or Computer Science or equivalent work 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
3+ years' solution design experience is a plus
Demonstrated experience with Software Defined Networking / Application Centric Infrastructure, Aruba wireless environments, VMWare, 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
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