Security and Network Engineer

Location:

Reno, NV, US, 89519

Position Summary

This position is responsible for Network & Security systems at the corporate office and all remote power plant locations that are in the US. This position works in collaboration with Global Network & Security team.

Essential Functions

Design, configure, deploy, and maintain Network and Security infrastructure at Ormat corporate and remote site locations in coordination with Global team

Analyze problems, recommend solutions to meet business objectives

Actively protect information technology assets and infrastructure from external or internal threats and ensure that the company complies with statutory and regulatory requirements regarding information access, security and privacy

Implement firewall solutions to properly secure Company’s data and provide consultation on all new firewall implementations, firewall configuration changes, and projects requiring security operational support

Assist the end-user, other IT professionals, and external customers in requesting security variances and implementation of subsequent configuration change requests

Recommend best security practices to achieve stated business objectives, advises on risk assumptions for any variances granted, and provides alternatives to achieve desired end results

Assist in incident response for any breaches, intrusions, or theft

Monitor systems for any anomalies, proper updating, and patching

Monitor vendor websites for potential threat alerts and software upgrades

Evaluates and performs planning, testing, and implementation of software and hardware upgrades

Maintains system documentation and configuration data for regulatory and audit purposes

Coach and guide Service Desk and Desk Side Support technicians in their incident response, directing incident first responder actions, and appropriately escalating issues

Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT’s auto insurance carrier

Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner

Must have the ability to travel to other locations up to 50% of the time or more

Other Responsibilities

Performs other duties and support special projects as assigned

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field or equivalent work experience required

Minimum of 6 years’ experience of recent professional experience in network administration and network security protocols, hardware and software

Demonstrated experience with network infrastructure design including telephones and video

Demonstrated experience with Cisco router and switch configuration

Demonstrated experience with one or more of the following firewalls: Checkpoint, PaloAlto, Fortigate. IDS/IPS and Syslog knowledge

CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification preferred

Demonstrated experience with VPN management and support

Demonstrated experience with Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS), and QoS

Demonstrated experience with wireless network configuration

Windows Server and Active Directory setup and troubleshooting experience

Must have outstanding customer service skills, including passion to serve well, and the patience when working with non-technical users

Genius analytical, problem identification, troubleshooting, and creative problem solving abilities

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work in an office environment

This job requires sitting and/or standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping and kneeling

The ability to work at a computer and computer monitor for long periods of time and stay alert

This position requires sitting 80% of the time and standing and walking 20% of the time

Must have the ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds without assistance