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Network Engineer II

Southern Company

Atlanta, GA

Full-Time

Network Engineer II

Southern Company

Atlanta, GA

Full-Time

Jun 13, 2025

Information Technology

Job Description

Network Engineer, II

Purpose:

The OT (Operational Technology) Network Support Engineer is responsible for providing second-level support, change management, documentation, network device management and equipment lifecycle management for the network infrastructure on Southern Company’s operational real-time data networks.

General Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for providing second-level support of network equipment on Southern Company’s operational networks.
Responsible for creating change cases and completing the work specified in change cases in compliance with required change management procedures.
Responsible for following cyber security required procedures for installing, supporting, upgrading, and retiring operational network equipment.
Responsible for developing and participation in the successful completion of Specialized Infrastructure team initiatives and Technology Organization initiatives.

Job Requirements:

Basic knowledge of telecommunications systems and data network systems including IP addressing and naming (DNS, DHCP), Internet, Firewalls, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), LAN switching, Core Network switching and network routing protocols including OSPF and BGP.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to perform end-to-end troubleshooting of data networks.
Ability to effectively organize tasks, manage multiple priorities/details, meet schedules, and deliver on customer commitments.
Effective oral and written communications skills with the ability to convey complex technical issues in business terms.
General Understanding of Real-Time SCADA systems is a plus
Experience with CheckPoint or Palo Alto Firewalls is a plus
Advanced network troubleshooting and network protocol analysis (e.g. WireShark) skills are a plus
Knowledge of Network Management systems, e.g. MicroFocus Network Administator, is a plus
Ability to develop scripts to automate network management tasks on Cisco routers and switches is a plus

Competencies:

Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize work assignments
Ability to manage multiple project responsibilities simultaneously
Ability to work in a team atmosphere
Ability to provide and accept feedback
Ability to build relationships, to communicate and work with management, vendors, and other internal and external groups and customers and exhibit positive influence at all levels.
Willingness to embrace, influence, and lead change

Education / Experience:

Minimum 3-5 years of Data Network Experience with Cisco Routing/Switching and firewalls
A Bachelors or Associates degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Networking or a related technology is preferred.
Cisco certifications are a plus

Physical Demands / Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee and those an employee may encounter while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is generally sedentary. However, physical effort is regularly required for handling and installing network equipment. Tasks do not expose employee to physically unpleasant or hazardous conditions.

*** This job description does not, nor is it intended to represent an exhaustive listing of all duties, tasks or responsibilities for the position listed. Based upon individual experience and team workload, responsibilities are assigned in varying degrees.

** An equal opportunity employer. Drug free workplace. M/F/D/V

Network Engineer, II

Purpose:

General Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for providing second-level support of network equipment on Southern Company’s operational networks.
Responsible for creating change cases and completing the work specified in change cases in compliance with required change management procedures.
Responsible for following cyber security required procedures for installing, supporting, upgrading, and retiring operational network equipment.
Responsible for developing and participation in the successful completion of Specialized Infrastructure team initiatives and Technology Organization initiatives.

Job Requirements:

Basic knowledge of telecommunications systems and data network systems including IP addressing and naming (DNS, DHCP), Internet, Firewalls, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), LAN switching, Core Network switching and network routing protocols including OSPF and BGP.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to perform end-to-end troubleshooting of data networks.
Ability to effectively organize tasks, manage multiple priorities/details, meet schedules, and deliver on customer commitments.
Effective oral and written communications skills with the ability to convey complex technical issues in business terms.
General Understanding of Real-Time SCADA systems is a plus
Experience with CheckPoint or Palo Alto Firewalls is a plus
Advanced network troubleshooting and network protocol analysis (e.g. WireShark) skills are a plus
Knowledge of Network Management systems, e.g. MicroFocus Network Administator, is a plus
Ability to develop scripts to automate network management tasks on Cisco routers and switches is a plus

Competencies:

Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize work assignments
Ability to manage multiple project responsibilities simultaneously
Ability to work in a team atmosphere
Ability to provide and accept feedback
Ability to build relationships, to communicate and work with management, vendors, and other internal and external groups and customers and exhibit positive influence at all levels.
Willingness to embrace, influence, and lead change

Education / Experience:

Minimum 3-5 years of Data Network Experience with Cisco Routing/Switching and firewalls
A Bachelors or Associates degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Networking or a related technology is preferred.
Cisco certifications are a plus

** An equal opportunity employer. Drug free workplace. M/F/D/V

About Southern Company

Southern Company is one of the largest energy providers in the United States. Based in Atlanta, Southern Company owns electric utilities in four states, natural gas distribution utilities in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications.

The men and women who work at Southern Company understand that we don’t simply provide a product or service. Clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy is essential to our way of life. More than 100 years ago, our company played a major role in the growth and prosperity of the South – and we continue to play a role today through our support of economic development and our philanthropic efforts. We believe the communities we serve should be better off because we’re there.

Our principal business is to make, move and sell energy. Those are the “whats” of our business. But it’s the “hows” that make us different. The actions of our employees are what truly define us and have earned us a high level of trust among our customers, shareholders and regulators.

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Network Engineer II

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