TECO Energy - Tampa, FL

posted 5 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Tampa, FL
Utilities

About the position

The Network & Systems Security Engineer at Tampa Electric is a pivotal role responsible for the planning, design, implementation, and support of both new and existing network and server infrastructure. This position is crucial in ensuring that all network security controls, including firewalls, web application firewalls (WAF), proxies, network segmentation, and access control lists (ACLs), are effectively implemented and managed in accordance with corporate information security standards. The engineer will assess enterprise and critical assets for secure configurations and maintain compliance with regulations and standards such as NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP), Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards. In this role, the engineer will be accountable for the design, planning, operation, maintenance, and support of the TECO and NMGC network infrastructure. This includes managing network technologies such as routing and switching, on-premise LAN/WAN, IP address management (IPAM), Wi-Fi, ISP management, site-to-site VPNs, and perimeter firewall management. The engineer will also work closely with telecommunications teams to establish and upgrade existing circuits and communication links, ensuring robust disaster recovery plans are in place. The position requires a strong understanding of VoIP, SIP, DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP routing, and various routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP. The engineer will be responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of all WAN and LAN connectivity, including core and campus switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless access points. Additionally, the role involves configuring and maintaining Smart GRID communication hardware and ensuring effective communication between control centers, power plants, solar sites, and substations. This position can be filled at various levels within the Analyst job family, depending on the candidate's education and experience.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, design, and implement network, server, and storage infrastructure based on project requirements, capacity plans, and system support.
  • Problem solving involves basic troubleshooting following the OSI model, making or calling for equipment repairs, and problem escalation.
  • Detection and correction of work stoppages and/or errors are accomplished by monitoring systems and changing configurations, as necessary.
  • Install and support network, server, and storage hardware and software.
  • Direct participation in the planning and designing, maintenance, testing and documentation of the company's disaster recovery plans are vital.
  • Provide and apply appropriate security consulting and support for IT infrastructure across multiple platforms.
  • Provide third-level technical support for security systems and authentication mechanisms on all operating system platforms.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • At least one related network, system, operating system, or information security professional certification is required (e.g., MCSA, VCP, CCNA, CEH, CISSP).
  • Minimum four years of related hands-on experience implementing and maintaining Windows, VMware, firewall support, DDoS protection, proxies, WAFs, or Cisco Networking.
  • In lieu of some experience, may consider three years of related experience with an Associate's Degree or two years with a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.

Nice-to-haves

  • Intermediate knowledge of network, server, and security controls infrastructure.
  • Good working knowledge of switching, routing, DNS/DHCP, Windows Active Directory, VMware, Voice over IP, and Storage Area Networking.
  • Strong critical thinking, analytical, problem solving, and risk assessment skills.
  • Ability to present complex technical issues to non-technical audiences.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • 401k Savings plan with company matching
  • Pension plan
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Holiday time
  • Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Programs
  • On-site Fitness Centers
  • Bonus Plan
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