Network & Security Engineer

About the position

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

Responsibilities

• Actively protect information technology assets and infrastructure from external or internal threats
• Assist in incident response for any breaches, intrusions, or theft
• Maintains system documentation and configuration data for regulatory and audit purposes
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving hardware and other network and system problems
• Implement firewall solutions and VPN solutions to properly secure Company’s data including firewall configuration changes, and projects requiring security operational support
• Monitor systems for any anomalies, proper updating, and patching
• Evaluates and performs planning, testing, and implementation of network and security hardware
• 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
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned by management

Requirements

• Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently
• Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
• Must have attention to detail
• Requires working knowledge of fundamental operations of relevant software, hardware and other equipment (MS Windows, MS Office)
• Must have outstanding customer service skills, including passion to serve well, and the patience when working with non-technical users
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team environment
• Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT’s driving safety program
• Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner
• Experience in a related field preferred
• Experience in network administration and network security protocols preferred
• Experience with firewalls, VPN, BGP, MPLS QOS and Wireless Network config preferred
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a related field or a combination of work experience and education
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