Network Engineer 2 - OT Systems and Network Security at MidAmerican Energy Company in Des Moines, Iowa

Job Description:

Position Title: Network Engineer 2 - OT Systems and Network Security

Location: Des Moines, IA, United States

Description:
Develops plans, designs, resource requirements, and cost estimates for construction and maintenance projects involving transmission and distribution facilities, voice and data networks, generation maintenance projects and facilities, properties and facilities projects. May plan and coordinate cross-functional activities, change management and resource availability. Monitors systems operations and adjusts operational plans accordingly.

Responsibilities:
Design and develop moderately complex data network plans for network upgrades and expansion. (25%) Design and implementation of moderately complex data systems, network configurations and network architecture, including hardware and software technology, site locations, business continuity, disaster recovery, and integration of technologies. (20%) Review analyses and technical feasibility to develop and data network deployment strategies. (15%) Assess and review data network growth forecasts and to ensure that business needs are translated into network capacity requirements. (15%) Support efforts to resolve and data network problems and incidents through root cause analysis and study of potential network deficits. (15%) Identify and test current conditions and provide recommendations to ensure that the data network infrastructure is positioned to meet business requirements. (5%) Performs additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. (5%)

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science or related technical field or equivalent work experience. (Typically four years of additional related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.) A minimum of two years additional directly related technical experience is required. Three years experience with voice and data networking or general telecommunications experience. Technical skills including programming, installation, configuration, and data base management. Strong analysis and design skills involving the ability to gather data on systems issues, define alternative approaches, assess business impact, recommend cost effective solutions, and develop and implement those solutions. Strong knowledge of current technologies, tools, applications, and vendors. Effective oral and written communication skills. Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. We celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

About US:
MidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.

About the Team:
At MidAmerican Energy Company, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. MidAmerican Energy Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.


JOB INFO

Job Identification: 10001915

Job Category: Information Technology

Posting Date: 2024-12-17

Apply Before: 2025-01-19T19:59:00+00:00

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Day

Locations: 4299 NW Urbandale Drive, Urbandale, IA, 50322, US

Salary Range: 90,200-106,200


Business: MidAmerican Energy Company

PI256935898

Salary:

$90.00

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