Responsibilities
- Own enterprise network infrastructure and Fortinet security platforms end to end, serving as the authoritative technical lead for network architecture, configuration standards, and operational governance.
- Change network design and security controls with managerial approval, including re architecting systems as necessary to remediate risk, improve resilience, and align with industry and regulatory standards.
- Be accountable for network availability, security posture, and risk reduction, proactively identifying systemic weaknesses and resolving complex connectivity and performance issues that materially impact the organization.
- Lead all network related remediation efforts in support of ISO compliance, translating audit and monitoring findings into concrete technical controls, configuration changes, and documented evidence.
- Serve as the senior technical interface with network and security vendors, independently evaluating vendor guidance, challenging inaccurate or incomplete recommendations, and driving issues to effective resolution.
- Define and implement monitoring, alerting, patching, and automation strategies, establishing a mature, supportable network environment with reduced reliance on manual intervention and reactive troubleshooting.
- Establish and maintain authoritative, environment specific documentation for network architecture and Fortinet implementations, replacing legacy materials with accurate, actionable standards and procedures.
- Drive knowledge transfer and operational readiness across the team, ensuring internal staff are equipped to support and sustain the network environment as maturity improves over time.
- Provide timely troubleshooting and resolution of network issues, prioritizing efforts according to incident severity, business impact, and outage scope.
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of server and distributed systems networking design, configuration, and integration.
- Provide support and guidance to help desk staff and system administrators in troubleshooting and resolving system-related issues.
- Exhibit strong communication skills with colleagues and leadership, contribute meaningfully in meetings, and consistently demonstrate professionalism and respect in all employee interactions.
- Adhere to formal change management processes.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
- Perform all functions of the job in a safe manner.
Requirements
- Deep and broad expertise in networking technologies, architecture, and best practices.
- Ability to operate with a high degree of ownership in executing and prioritizing work.
- Experience partnering with IT leadership for strategic direction, decision-making, and approval of significant changes.
- Accountability for network availability, security posture, and risk reduction.
- Proven ability to lead network remediation efforts in support of ISO compliance.
- Strong communication skills with colleagues and leadership.
- Adherence to formal change management processes.
Nice to Have
- Fortinet experience is a significant plus.
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Team
Reports to: Infrastructure Manager
Additional Information
- Contract position is exempt.
- Anticipated start date: As soon as possible.
- Position is open until filled.
- Quarterly in-person reporting to Portland office required at minimum.
- Candidates may live throughout Oregon and Washington.
- Position will represent Energy Trust in public settings and potentially at community events.
