Network Engineer

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO); Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 119,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k benefits

Vacation & sick time

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) seeks a Network Engineer to design, optimize, and secure a large enterprise network with Cisco routing, Palo Alto firewalls, and related security tooling. You will troubleshoot, mentor analysts, and collaborate with vendors to implement modern networking solutions.

Ideal candidates have eight+ years in complex networks, deep Cisco/Palo Alto expertise, familiarity with ISE, MFA, and automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or 10+ years equivalent experience.
• Eight years of experience in complex communications environments.
• Deep expertise in Cisco routing and enterprise network principles.
• Strong knowledge of Palo Alto firewall rule sets and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Configure, support, and optimize Cisco routing, Palo Alto firewalls, F5 technologies, Cisco ISE, DUO MFA, and network security protocols.
• Contribute to improvements in security posture, operational stability, and architectural standards.
• Engage with vendors to evaluate new technologies and gather quotes.
• Lead troubleshooting during outages and act as technical escalation point.

Skills

Cisco routing

Palo Alto firewalls

F5 technologies

Cisco ISE

DUO MFA

Automation/Scripting

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/Engineering or 10+ years equivalent

Tools

SolarWinds

Splunk

Tufin

Cisco ISE

Job description

As MISO’s Network Engineer, 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:

• 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.