Security & Network Systems Specialist I/II

Homer Electric Association (HEA) is a member-owned electric utility serving the central and southern areas of the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska. We are excited to be seeking a Security & Network Systems Specialist I/II

to join our team in Kenai, Alaska. We truly believe in the Cooperative values of integrity, accountability, innovation and commitment to community and a successful candidate will have an opportunity to directly impact these values.

- Installs, configures, maintains, and optimizes technology security architecture and tools, network equipment (firewall, switches, routers, etc.), and server infrastructure (virtual and physical).

- Provides reports and analysis of security and reliability events, trends, and potential issues, to the department, management, and operations groups.

- Develops and maintains policies and procedures to meet all cybersecurity compliance standards the Cooperative is subject to either by regulation, insurance, vendor requirements, or HEA policies

- Provides tier 3 troubleshooting services within HEA computer information systems, and coordinates with personnel both within and outside of the department to ensure a smooth and timely flow of scheduled and unscheduled work.

Education, License & Experience

- Associate's degree in information technology, computer science, information security, or other related fields.

- In lieu of the degree requirement, an additional four years of applicable experience may replace the degree requirement.

Security & Network Systems Specialist II

- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, information security, or other related fields.

- In lieu of the degree requirement, an additional eight years of applicable experience may replace the degree requirement.

AND;

- Six years of experience with current on-premise server and workstation platforms, network hardware and architectures, and common office software and cloud apps, preferably with a focus on securing such systems.

- Relevant industry certifications such as, but not limited to, CISSP, CEH, GIAC, CCNP Security are highly preferred.

HEA is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer; Veterans/Disabled.