Security and Network Engineer
Location:
Reno, NV, US, 89511
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
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- Analyze problems, recommend solutions to meet business objectives
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- 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
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- 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
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- Assist the end-user, other IT professionals, and external customers in requesting security variances and implementation of subsequent configuration change requests
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- 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
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- Assist in incident response for any breaches, intrusions, or theft
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- Monitor systems for any anomalies, proper updating, and patching
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- Monitor vendor websites for potential threat alerts and software upgrades
- Evaluates and performs planning, testing, and implementation of software and hardware upgrades
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- Maintains system documentation and configuration data for regulatory and audit purposes
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- Coach and guide Service Desk and Desk Side Support technicians in their incident response, directing incident first responder actions, and appropriately escalating issues
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- Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT’s auto insurance carrier
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- Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner
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- Must have the ability to travel to other locations up to 50% of the time or more
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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
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- Minimum of 6 years’ experience of recent professional experience in network administration and network security protocols, hardware and software
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- Demonstrated experience with network infrastructure design including telephones and video
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- Demonstrated experience with Cisco router and switch configuration
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- Demonstrated experience with one or more of the following firewalls: Checkpoint, PaloAlto, Fortigate. IDS/IPS and Syslog knowledge
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- CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification preferred
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- Demonstrated experience with VPN management and support
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- Demonstrated experience with Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS), and QoS
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- Demonstrated experience with wireless network configuration
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- Windows Server and Active Directory setup and troubleshooting experience
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- Must have outstanding customer service skills, including passion to serve well, and the patience when working with non-technical users
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- Genius analytical, problem identification, troubleshooting, and creative problem solving abilities
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- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
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Physical Requirements
- Must be able to work in an office environment
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- This job requires sitting and/or standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping and kneeling
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- The ability to work at a computer and computer monitor for long periods of time and stay alert
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- This position requires sitting 80% of the time and standing and walking 20% of the time
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- Must have the ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds without assistance
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Nearest Major Market: Reno
Nearest Secondary Market: Tahoe