Network Administrator 3
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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIESNote: All official drafts, documents, and recommendations, as listed below, must be reviewed, finalized, and approved / accepted by appropriate BPA manager or other federal personnel with the authority to do so.Network Administration:With oversight and approval from the BPA Manager:Analyze, design, test, implement, troubleshoot and maintain large complex data networks.Manage all aspects of LAN/WAN routing and switching; e.g., Cisco IOS, Cisco SD-WAN, and Cisco ACI.Interpret, recommend and implement configurations and controls for hardening network infrastructure systems.Establish network performance baselines and capabilities.Ensure that network devices operate reliably and securely.Develop and maintain network diagrams, schematics, data flow diagrams, and other supporting documentation.Maintain and update network components hardware and software.Assist field teams and resolve complex network issues.Conduct vulnerability assessments, draft remediation recommendations, and participate in the deployment of technical controls.Draft and prepare responses to cyber security alerts, data calls, and vulnerability assessments of cyber-attacks.Identify and recommend BPA equipment / property near 'end of life' be reviewed for retirement / disposal per procedures.Collaborate with the BPA manager, providing analysis and recommendations, to develop workload strategies to increase org efficiencies and enhance workload balance and engagement.Design solutions for improving the security, efficiency, and functionality of the Field Intranet Network (FIN) system; assist with implementation of approved solutions.With BPA Manager oversight and approval provide the following support:Research, test, and draft / document standardized technical procedures for the deployment of network hardware and services; organize, store, and dispose of superseded documents in accordance with Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards.Perform regular assessments of newly discovered vulnerabilities on a wide range of operational network devices, computer systems devices, and various software packages. Document patch and vulnerability applicability assessments and recommend vulnerability mitigation options. Report any concerns to the BPA manager.Respond to support calls utilizing change management software to process and complete the tasks necessary for resolution of technical client issues; unusually complex issues may include involvement of the appropriate BPA manager or team lead.Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails, and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Share and disperse documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a Lawful Government Purpose (LGP) to know). Mark and maintain all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validate official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes. Provide advice and recommendations for process / procedural changes that may become necessary due to system changes, upgrades, etc. to appropriate BPA manager / team lead / BPA stakeholders.Provide input and recommendations to the BPA manager, technical lead, and staff, regarding computer infrastructure decisions, and create tasks to fulfill management-directed goals.Support and assist the BPA team lead and North American Electric Reliability Corporation - Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC-CIP) subject matter experts (SMEs) with implementing, analyzing, and reporting on the operational compliance of all Control Center cyber assets.Develop, draft, and recommend improvements to the Control Center's procedures and processes for compliance with BPA and NERC-CIP standards and policies.Develop, draft, and recommend improvements to the Control Center's procedures and processes for BPA's Grid Modernization project, as well as other capital and expense projects.Assist BPA management with the implementation and promotion of approved operational compliance process improvement efforts, specifically as relates to the administration of the above referenced systems.REQUIREMENTSEducation & Corresponding Experience (required on matrix)•A Bachelor's degree in Network Administration, Computer/Information Technology (or closely related field) is required.8 years of experience is required.Experience should include implementing and maintaining network security in a large enterprise environment with Quality of Service (QOS).Required Technical Skills & Experience (required on matrix)5 years of experience programming, configuration, and testing by command line interface (CLI) on Cisco routers and switches (Access Control List - ACL).5 years of experience coordinating and maintaining security regulatory requirements for an electrical utility or comparable public or private utility facilities.5 years of experience implementing and maintaining network security in a large enterprise environment.5 years of experience performing network management and operations tasks in a large enterprise environment.5 years of experience in monitoring and coordinating the implementation of Information Systems Security Plans, processes and procedures.5 years of experience working with common network test applications such as Wireshark, CAT5 certification testers, Nessus scanning, NMAP, and Spirent Ethernet test equipment.2 years of experience with Microsoft Visio sufficient to create drawings, webpages and server icons to document procedures.Preferred Skills & Experience (optional on matrix)2 years of experience coordinating the implementation of NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection and procedures.1 year of experience working with Cyber Security laws, regulations and internal policies to draft an Information Systems Security Plan (ISSP) and associated cyber security processes and procedures.Knowledge of the application of Cyber Security practices within the Federal Environment or other electrical utility or comparable public or private utility facilities.Additional Requirements (not required on matrix)Valid U.S. Driver's License is required.