Network Engineer I at Alliant Energy

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy!At Alliant Energy our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today while powering whats next in energy. When our employees say I am energy it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe happy and healthy. Thats why we prioritize safety offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay comprehensive health and retirement benefits tuition reimbursement and paid time off.Job SummaryReady to grow your career with Alliant Energy Join our Telecom Backbone Infrastructure team as a Network Engineer I where youll help build and maintain the critical networks that keep our business connected. If you have hands-on experience with routing switching or even building fiber networks this is your chance to learn from seasoned professionals and make an impact. Be part of a collaborative team that values innovation reliability and continuous growth.What you will doResolves low complexity technical issues escalated through the IT Help Desk and other methods for data telecommunications voice and/or collaboration technologies during and outside of core business hours.Interacts and cooperates with other internal and external support groups to facilitate resolution of technical issues to maximize system availability and meet Service Level Agreements.Installs monitors and repairs network telecommunications voice and/or collaboration infrastructure to establish stable and reliable services that support enterprise LAN/WAN environment.Provides troubleshooting repair and end user support on a daily basis.Participates in Team on-call rotation.Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energys Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.Education RequirementsAssociate Degree Computer Science or Information Technology with an emphasis in networks telecommunications voice and/or collaboration technologies. PreferredCertification Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) and/or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) PreferredRequired ExperienceHardware installation experience.Proficient in Microsoft Office.Experience communicating professionally with end users in problem / urgent situations.Participate in on-call rotations including outside business hours; must be prepared to travel as required.Preferred ExperienceExperience with Cisco ISE/ACI Perl /Python pxGrid Multi-Domain CheckPoint Technical Collaboration Tools (e.g. WebEx Telepresence) Basic Linux/UNIX skills and NERC CIP understanding.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesExcellent written and verbal skills.Working knowledge and familiarity with network telecommunications voice and/or collaboration technologies (e.g. unified messaging VoIP Cisco Networking Equipment video conferencing A/V equipment etc.).Ability to work individually and as a team member.Ability to manage time and work high-paced environment.Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills.Key SkillsNetwork Administration Network Configurations Network ManagementOur people are passionate about what they do the product they sell and the customers they serve. If youre looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration innovation and dedication were the right company for you.Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.Pay Range:$64000-$84000This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position experience skill set internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.Its not just what we do; its how we do it. Live Safety. Everyone. Always Make Things Better Care For Others Do The Right Thing Act For Tomorrow Think Beyond. Be BoldAlliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicants qualifications are considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other basis prohibited by law.All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check and a drug screen where applicable.Disclaimer:The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process please email . Key Skills Load Balancing,Routing Protocols,Network Administration,Network Engineering,BGP,LAN,Computer Networking,IPsec,OSPF,Cisco ASA,Juniper,MPLS Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 64000 - 84000