Network Engineer I

As MISO’s Network Engineer I, you will play a critical role in designing,

enhancing, and supporting a complex enterprise network environment with a strong

focus on Cisco routing, Palo Alto firewalls, and secure architectural solutions.

In this hands‑on, high‑impact position, you will work on technical

troubleshooting efforts, advise analysts, and partner with vendors to drive

forward‑looking network initiatives. The role centers on solution design,

reviewing diagrams, proposing architectures, and implementing routing, security,

and voice‑related improvements across the environment. You will thrive here if

you bring technical curiosity, the ability to ask probing questions, and a calm,

steady presence under pressure. This position offers the opportunity to

influence long‑term strategy while delivering day‑one impact through expert

network engineering and operational excellence.

What You'll Do

• as our Network Engineer I:
• * Configure, support, and optimize Cisco routing, Palo Alto firewalls, F5
• technologies, Cisco ISE, DUO MFA, and network security protocols.
• * Contribute to continuous improvements in security posture, operational
• stability, and architectural standards.
• * Engage with vendors to evaluate new technologies, gather quotes, and propose
• solution options.
• * Lead troubleshooting during outages, serving as a technical escalation point
• and participating in bridge calls.
• * Provide mentorship to analysts and advise on design approaches, best
• practices, and solution strategies.
• * Support network monitoring, analysis, and reporting using tools such as
• Splunk, SolarWinds, and Tufin.
• * Participate in automation and Infrastructure‑as‑Code initiatives, supporting
• AI‑driven or automated solutions where possible.
• * Conduct architecture reviews, evaluate diagrams, and recommend improvements
• across the overall network environment.
• * Assist with governance, compliance documentation, policy drafting, and
• technical writing.
• * Participate in 24x7 on-call rotation.

What You'll Bring

• * Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering,
• or related field, or 10+ years relevant work experience equivalency,
• required.
• * Minimum of eight years’ experience working in complex communication
• environments.
• * Deep expertise in Cisco routing and enterprise network communication
• principles.
• * Strong knowledge of Palo Alto firewall rule sets, components, and security
• best practices.
• * Experience with Cisco ISE, MFA technologies, and modern network security
• protocols.
• * Proficiency with F5, private networking, MPLS/VPN, and wired infrastructure.
• * Familiarity with SolarWinds, Splunk, and Tufin.
• * Ability to design, build, and troubleshoot complex network architectures.
• * Technical writing and documentation capabilities.
• Preferred Skills and Experiences:
• * CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or PCNSA (CCNP strongly preferred).
• * Experience with network automation, scripting, or Infrastructure‑as‑Code.
• * Background supporting Cisco collaboration technologies.
• * Python or REST‑based automation exposure.
• Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.
• Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from
• digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an
• ever-changing grid. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central
• U.S. and through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our
• highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million Americans.
• Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a
• bright future – it’s what our immensely hardworking and dedicated team does
• every day.
• The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $119,000 –
• 144,000 USD annually. Base salary range for this position is included in
• accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency
• legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the
• same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the
• role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, and
• qualifications/experience.
• Position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and
• company objectives are met. At MISO we offer a comprehensive benefits package,
• including 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of
• employment.
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