IT Senior Network Architect

IT Senior Network Architect (Hybrid)

This is a hybrid role. The first three months are fulltime in the office.

Our Team
This position is responsible for the development and ongoing maintenance / support of providing technical expertise and architectural solutions related to network technologies. Ensures that IT solutions meet current and proposed Eversource architecture standards. Develops conceptual, preliminary, and detailed cross-functional design solutions and determines the application and technology requirements. Develops the test methodology for the solution and actively participates in test plan development. Determines the non-functional requirements of the solution, including availability and scalability. Assists with all phases of an IT project including design, build, test, and implementation.

Essential Functions:

This network architect will be responsible for

• Developing network and related architectures and solutions based on the business requirements emanating from major projects, solution architects working as part of a project architecture team or stated business requirements.
• Working across the organization to provide technical leadership and developing strategy for the network infrastructure.
• Maintains currency with the latest evolving network technologies including wireless, internet, and cloud.
• Assessing new technologies and best practices for adoption.
• Driving standardization, efficiency, and automation into all aspects of the Eversource network.
• Engaging with internal and external customers and engaging in technology and utility focused forums for briefings, issue escalation, and complex solution development.
• Enabling the extended team’s vitality through training, mentoring, and skills transfer.
• Documenting network capabilities as appropriate, engaging with solution architects in crafting system designs.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

Applies extensive technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines.

Expert knowledge of:

• Relevant network protocols, topologies and equipment.
• PC hardware and software.
• IP Telephony and IP Video technologies.
• Relevant utility tools and systems platforms.
• Experience with design and development of Wide Area Network (WAN), Field Area Network (FAN), and Local Area Network (LAN)
• At least 5 years of experience designing network infrastructures, at scale, e.g., MPLS/BGP, routing, switching, SDN/NFV, EVPN, VXLAN
• Familiarity with enterprise and carrier wireless standards, Wi-Fi, 3GPP, satellite
• At least 2 years of technical writing and speaking skills
• Team and business leadership experience

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Engineering, related discipline, or equivalent work experience and technical training

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years of relevant experience

Preferred technical and professional expertise :

• CCIE/JNCIE or comparable certifications
• 5 years of experience in developing architectures
• Experience with utility networks and SCADA systems, substation 61850 standards

Licenses & Certifications:

• None

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Mental Aspects: Leadership Behaviors/Competencies:

Set and Communicate Direction and Priorities

• Know the business plan and how your role connects to it
• Identify problems, issues; take responsibility for resolution
• Set high standards for self; deliver quality performance
• Raise ideas for improvement
• Communicate, communicate, communicate

Build Trusting Relationships

• Follow through on commitments made to manager, colleagues, and customers.
• Address difficult or controversial issues and encourage others to do the same.
• Have honest dialogue with others

Manage and Develop People

• Set performance goals that align with department and company goals
• Meet regularly with your supervisor/manager to discuss your performance
• Seek opportunities to develop skills and gain knowledge through on the job opportunities, i.e. working on projects, attending meetings, etc.

Foster Teamwork and Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work collaboratively within and across the organization to achieve “One Company” and other goals
• Recognize and address cross functional implications of your work

Create a Diverse, Inclusive Workforce

• Incorporate the diverse ideas and perspectives of team, colleagues, and customers in your work

Lead Change

• Proactively seek out opportunities to improve business performance and customer service.
• Respond positively to new demands or circumstances
• Exhibit a “can-do” attitude to support changes in priorities and work processes

Focus on the Customer

• Deliver superior service to our customers, both internal and external, in a reliable, attentive, courteous, quality, proactive and timely manner

Compensation and Benefits

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position starts at $121,370.00 to $134,850.00, plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of our benefits.

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Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.