Systems and Network Engineer I, II, III

Golden Valley Electric Association; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 79,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined Pension

401(k) Match

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Annual Leave

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Golden Valley Electric Association in Fairbanks is seeking a Systems & Network Engineer to design, implement, secure, and maintain the technology infrastructure that powers Interior Alaska. You will support enterprise and industrial networks, servers, virtualization, cloud services, and cybersecurity for reliable grid operations.

This role offers a competitive starting salary of $78,705 - $126,585 (Grade 10-14) with career growth from Engineer I through Engineer III, based on experience and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Progressive experience in systems administration and network engineering.
• Valid Alaska driver's license.
• Strong knowledge of LAN/WAN, routing, switching, DNS, firewalls, VPNs, and network security.
• Experience with Windows and Linux server environments.
• Familiarity with virtualization, storage, cloud technologies, and disaster recovery.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, intrusion detection, vulnerability management.
• Experience with industrial control systems/SCADA/AMI is preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to lead projects.
• Relevant certifications (Cisco, Microsoft, Red Hat, Oracle) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, secure, and maintain IT infrastructure supporting operations.
• Support enterprise and industrial networks, server environments, virtualization, cloud services, cybersecurity.
• Troubleshoot issues, monitor performance, assist in disaster recovery, and plan for technology upgrades.
• Progress through Engineer I-IV levels with increasing responsibility.

Skills

Network engineering

Systems administration

Cybersecurity fundamentals

Cloud technologies

Virtualization

Project management

Communication skills

Windows servers

Linux servers

Alaska driver's license

Cisco/Microsoft/Red Hat certs

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/EE or related field

Tools

Windows Server

Linux Server

VMware

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Firewalls/VPNs

Job description

Join Golden Valley Electric Association as a Systems & Network Engineer in the beautiful city of Fairbanks, where you'll help design, implement, secure, and maintain the technology infrastructure that powers Interior Alaska. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while supporting the critical networks, servers, and cybersecurity systems that keep GVEA's electric grid operating safely and reliably.

With a competitive starting annual salary of $78,705 - $126,585 annually (Grade 10-14), this position offers career growth opportunities from Engineer I through Engineer III, based on experience, technical expertise, and demonstrated performance.

In addition to a competitive salary, GVEA offers an outstanding benefits package including Defined Pension, 401(k) Match, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Annual Leave, a Wellness Program (including fitness reimbursements), and Tuition Reimbursement.

A LITTLE ABOUT US

GVEA is an electric cooperative that owns and maintains 3,491 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 35 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, Clear Space Force Station, the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and all electric utilities throughout the Alaska Railbelt, extending from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of Alaska, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social vitality of the communities we serve.

YOUR ROLE AS A SYSTEMS & NETWORK ENGINEER

As a Systems & Network Engineer, you'll design, implement, secure, and maintain the technology infrastructure that supports GVEA's electric utility operations. Working alongside experienced engineers and IT professionals, you'll support enterprise and industrial networks, server environments, cloud technologies, and cybersecurity systems that keep our business and critical infrastructure running.

You’ll contribute to projects involving network and server administration, communications infrastructure, virtualization, cloud services, and cybersecurity while troubleshooting technical issues, monitoring system performance, supporting disaster recovery, and implementing new technologies. As you progress through the Engineer I, II, and III levels, you’ll take on increasing responsibility for infrastructure design, technical leadership, and strategic technology planning.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

Successful candidates combine strong technical aptitude with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. You’ll thrive in this role if you’re able to analyze complex issues, manage multiple priorities, collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders, and adapt to evolving technologies in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge and skills required for the position include:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience).
• Progressive experience in systems administration, network engineering, or related IT infrastructure roles.
• Valid Alaska driver's license.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise networking concepts, including LAN/WAN, routing, switching, DNS, firewalls, VPNs, and network security.
• Experience administering Windows and Linux server environments.
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms, storage systems, cloud technologies, and disaster recovery practices.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, intrusion detection, vulnerability management, and industry best practices.
• Experience with industrial control systems, SCADA, AMI, or utility operational technology is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, project management, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with employees, contractors, vendors, and external partners.
• Relevant technical certifications (Cisco, Microsoft, Red Hat, Oracle, or similar) are preferred.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We're looking for talented technology professionals who are passionate about building secure, reliable, and innovative infrastructure that supports the delivery of electric service throughout Interior Alaska. Whether you're an early-career engineer ready to grow your skills or an experienced professional looking to lead complex infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.