Network Operations Administrator

Indiana Electric Cooperatives; Indiana, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA contributions

Paid time off

10 holidays

Discount programs

On-site fitness center

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Pension plan

401(k) match

Job summary

LaGrange County REMC is seeking a Network Operations Administrator to maintain the day-to-day health of network hardware, software platforms, and identity systems. You’ll manage IP addressing (IPAM), user accounts (Active Directory/SaaS), and virtualized environments to help services flow securely to customers and the internal enterprise.

The cooperative values reliability, teamwork, and innovation. Candidates should have an Associate degree (Bachelor’s preferred), 3–5 years IT experience, and

Qualifications

• Associates degree in information technology or related field is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field is preferred.
• 3–5 years information technology experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day health of network hardware, software platforms, and identity systems.
• Manage IP addressing (IPAM), Active Directory/SaaS, and virtualization to ensure secure service delivery.

Skills

IT Experience 3-5 yrs

Network Infrastructure

Server Administration

Security (Firewalls)

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Let’s be honest, most people don’t think about networks until something stops working, but we do!Behind every reliable connection is someone making it happen. Help power the backbone of our fiber network—and the systems that keep our organization running. As a Network Operations Administrator, you’ll manage IP space, oversee identity systems, maintain servers and database backups, support internal IT functions, and tackle complex VoIP and data challenges. Join us in keeping our network strong, our systems resilient, and our members seamlessly connected.

About Us

LaGrange County REMC distributes electricity to more than 7,000 members across 600 miles of power lines and delivers high-speed internet through more than 500 miles of fiber to nearly 5,000 customers. For over 90 years, we’ve powered our local communities and taken pride in keeping them connected.

As a cooperative, we’re committed to exceptional service, dependable energy, and forward-thinking innovation. We’re seeking team members who share our values of determination, teamwork, excellence, and innovation—and who want to help strengthen the essential services our communities rely on every day.

Job Description

The Network Operations Administrator is responsible for maintaining the day-to-day health of network hardware, software platforms, and identity systems. This role manages the logical configurations—such as IP addressing (IPAM), user accounts (Active Directory/SaaS), and virtualized environments that allow services to flow securely to both the customer base and the internal enterprise.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in information technology or related field is required
• Bachelor’s Degree in information technology or related field is preferred
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years information technology experience is required
• Proficiency in Network Infrastructure (Cisco/Juniper, LAN/WAN, GPON), Server Administration (Windows/Linux, Virtualization), and Security (Firewalls, DDoS mitigation).
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage tasks and time effectively
• Excellent communicator who collaborates effectively in fluent English, both in person and in writing.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong project management and planning skills, including the ability to coordinate work with other departments or organizations and to make meeting/conference arrangements

Additional information

What’s in it for you!

• Salary range for this position is $68,000 – $73,000 based on qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• Immediate eligibility for paid time off—no waiting period
• 10 paid holidays each year
• Access to exclusive national discount programs
• On-site fitness center to support your wellness goals
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Fully funded pension plan—a rare and valuable retirement benefit
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans with company match