Network Support & Security Analyst

Network Support & Security Analyst

PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, headquartered in Andalusia, AL, is a generation and transmission (G&T) electric cooperative serving the wholesale power needs of 20 distribution members - 16 electric cooperatives and four municipal electric systems - in Alabama and northwest Florida. Today, PowerSouth remains a trusted energy provider for our member systems, who serve end-use consumers in 39 counties in Alabama and ten counties in Florida.

PowerSouth's most important asset is a workforce of over 500 men and women at nine PowerSouth locations. Safety is PowerSouth's number one core value, and our employees set the bar for safety excellence and have achieved an impressive safety record.

JOB SUMMARY & MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The purpose of this position is to provide technical support for mission critical internetworking and security technologies in dynamic and innovative operating environments. These mission critical networks leverage complex hardened designs for reliability; high levels of redundancy for availability; and route diversity for resiliency. Various technologies are employed to maintain physical and cyber security ranging from access controls and authentication to filtering and encryption. Supported mission critical systems include business and power grid operations. In addition, this position is responsible for performing routine duties including administration/management of: browser URL/proxy filtering, email relay/spam filtering; intrusion detection/prevention systems; network filtering including firewall and ACL (access control lists); network forensic analysis including SIEM (security information and event management); network switching and routing over numerous LAN/WAN systems; PACS (physical access control systems), NMS (network management system) monitoring, logging, and alerting; and video surveillance systems. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely related area. Basic programming skills are essential. In addition, demonstrated strong analytical and organizational skills, which include initiative and deductive reasoning capabilities, is required as well as the ability to work cooperatively with others, organize and coordinate work schedules, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. The incumbent must be able to handle multiple tasks and efficiently prioritize as they occur.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

BENEFITS:

Employment is subject to a negative drug screen, background check, and completion of a comprehensive application for employment.

Interested persons who meet the above qualifications may apply on PowerSouth's website at www.powersouth.com/careers by June 18, 2025.

EOE, including disability/vets