Requisition: 84099
PSEG Company: PSEG Services Corp.
Salary Range: $ 107,600 - $ 170,300
Work Location Category: Hybrid
Job Summary At this time, only current PSEG employees are being considered. Reporting to the Network Architecture IT Manager, the Solution Architect designs network solutions that support business functions by evaluating user needs, goals, budgets, and existing systems. The role focuses on improving processes through automation and innovative strategies.
Job Responsibilities- Align with IT and OT strategy, contributing to roadmaps and identifying Network technologies that simplify operations.
- Develop and maintain network architecture frameworks that support core business needs and enterprise standards.
- Document processes, resolve issues, and recommend enhancements to improve system reliability.
- Communicate customer business needs to product teams and strengthen vendor relationships through agreements and SLAs.
- Architect secure network designs, expand automation capabilities, mentor team members, and ensure new solutions integrate properly.
Job Specific Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and 5+ years networking experience, or 9+ years without a degree.
- Proficiency in Python, Ansible, or similar scripting tools for automation.
- Demonstrated leadership in projects and Network enhancements.
- Ability to identify needed features, improvements, and architectural alignment with IT strategies.
- Experience coaching architects and other network team members and supporting complex projects.
- Strong communication skills across various teams, vendors, leadership, and customers.
- Ability to clearly explain technical concepts and work effectively with external groups.
- Must meet and maintain nuclear requirements for Unescorted Site Access.
Desired - Strong leadership and problem solving skills
- Teamwork, facilitation, negotiation, and relationship building abilities
- Automation experience
- Knowledge of monitoring tools (SolarWinds, ServiceNow, FMC, etc.)
- Strong analytical, multitasking, and communication skills
- Ability to build business cases and engage stakeholders
- Experience defining metrics for solution success
- Current Cisco certification
- Exposure to cybersecurity practices
Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a "Generally Authorized" destination on the attached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a "Protected Individual" under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).
As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during emergency restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
For all roles, PSEG's drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.
If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI.
