Senior Analyst, Network

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Network Analyst III will be responsible for design and operation of the CNP substation LAN \ WAN network. In addition the analyst will work with minimum direct supervision and work as part of technical teams on special projects and initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Planning, design, and installation of routers, switches, or other network components
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the following: spanning tree, routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), VLAN technologies, WAN protocols.
• Conduct network troubleshooting using network protocol analysis tools such as WireShark.
• Possess good working knowledge and experience in planning, design, installation, and support of LAN (Ethernet, Gig-Ethernet).
• Possess good working knowledge and experience in Industrial Control Systems (ICS) protocols such as: CONITEL, DNP, Modbus and 68150.
• Possess good working knowledge of cybersecurity.
• Possess good NERC-CIP knowledge and SME (Subject Matter Expert) during audits.
• Conduct knowledge transfer activities with peers or other support groups.
• Responsible for vendor comparisons as needed.
• Maintain network drawings.
• Provide testing for new network hardware and software solutions.
• Accountable for adhering to Change Management process for network related incidents.
• Participates in process improvement initiatives.
• Serve as member of technical team on selected large-scale substation networking projects.
• Provides support, testing, troubleshooting for all business applications.
• Utilize intelligent network management tools to isolate problems or improve network performance

Education Description

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Engineering or Applied Science or equivalent work experience

Experience

• Minimum 6 years' experience that includes network design, operational support, hands-on implementation and configuration of network devices such as: routers and switches.
• Desired Cisco Certifications: CCNA, CCENT.
• Minimum 6 years' experience in providing design and support services for large-scale, multi-site network environments.
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  Good oral and written communication skills, including effective presentations of technical direction and vision for substation-wide network services technology.

  
  
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  Must be comfortable working with people at all levels of the organization.

  
  
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  Must possess good leadership, training, mentoring skills.

  
  
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  Able to successfully participate in multiple projects and responsibilities at the same time.

  
  
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  Able to deal with changing priorities.

  
  
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  Good customer and communication skills are essential.

  
  
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  Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

  
  

We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type:Full Time

Posting Start Date: 03/28/2025

Posting End Date: 04/01/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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