Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Installs, configures, maintains, and optimizes technology security architecture & network equipment (firewall, switches, routers, etc.).
• Installs, configures, maintains, and optimizes security-monitoring tools.
• Communicates security and reliability issues with department, management, and operations groups.
• Provides reports and analysis of security events and malware infections/propagation.
• Develops incident response procedures for security events and executes tabletop exercises to evaluate the efficiencies of the procedures.
• Develops and maintains policies to meet all cybersecurity compliance standards the Cooperative is subject to either by regulation, insurance, vendor requirements or intern
• Monitors contractors and consultants on a per-project basis.
• Provides troubleshooting services within Cooperative 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:

Security & Network Systems Specialist I

• 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 and cloud server and workstation platforms, network hardware and architectures, and common office software, preferably with a focus on securing such systems.
• Relevant industry certifications such as, but not limited to, CISSP, CEH, SANS, CCNP Security are highly preferred.

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

We invite you to join our team of professionals at Homer Electric Association. Come explore the extraordinary offers with work/life balance, competitive pay, and excellent benefits. Our employees enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development. To learn more about Homer Electric Association, please visit us at

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