The Network Administrator is responsible to manage, monitor, maintain and enhance the USS corporate enterprise data network, including LAN, wireless, data center and various complementary technologies employed in a heavy-industry environment. The Network Administrator provides technology expertise and process leadership in the application of new and existing technologies in order to deliver comprehensive solutions to USS customers, with a focus on steel making and related plant operations areas.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible to all aspects of the health and stability of the USS data network at the Gary Works, Midwest Works, and other support locations in the Chicagoland area
• Support for data network incident and event management including investigation, troubleshooting, reporting, resolution, root cause analysis and corrective action management including on-call and off-hours support
• Designs network solutions using approved, standard technology in cooperation with peers, vendors and partners
• Manages Data Networking support of key customer projects and contributes to projects across the entire organization
• Investigates new technology and innovative solutions including identification, testing and business case development
• Monitors data networks for performance, security and stability – takes action to identify trends and proactively address issues
• Contributes to core business processes including business plan development, expense tracking, project planning & development, demand plan management, inventory tracking, standards compliance, audit coordination, and disaster recovery/business continuity planning

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree preferred, or equivalent Enterprise IT support experience
• Cisco / Network certification (CCNA or greater) preferred
• Demonstrated experience supporting data networking technologies in an enterprise environment, including:
  • LAN switching and routing in a Cisco enterprise network environment
  • Wireless LAN support including RF fundamentals, design & configuration, security management, troubleshooting and monitoring
• Ability to work safely in a dynamic, heavy-industry environment
• Results-oriented member of technical support teams; the successful candidate is a self-starter, able to manage complex incidents, proactively identify opportunities for improvement and develop innovative solutions
• Excellent time management skills including ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize work
• Excellent work ethic; willing to extend the extra effort and time required to meet critical deadlines
• Strong oral and written communications skills; able to articulate ideas and listen effectively; professionally communicates with all customers, vendors and technical support staff, including remote customers and team members in foreign countries
• Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Accomplished Analyst able to manage complex technical problems through identification, design, solution definition and implementation
• Demonstrated experience managing vendor relationships, including incident management, project coordination, relationship development and SLA maintenance
• On call support required, including participation in team on call (24/7) rotation; candidate must be willing to work flexible hours as demanded by outage / on-call activities and international team needs

Preferred Skills:

• OT / Process Automation networking and related technologies
• Advance IP routing experience, including BGP protocol proficiency
• Data center network support including Cisco Nexus platform
• WAN architecture, troubleshooting and support including MPLS VPN technology and vendor management, incident management and performance monitoring
• Internet routing and security
• IP Telephony in a Cisco environment including Call Manager, Unity and related platforms
• Advanced Network Security technology and solutions (Firewall, Network Admission Control)
• Experience with the following technology or solutions is a plus:
  • Server administration including Virtualization technology (VMWare/other)
  • Enterprise storage solutions including SAN / FCoIP / iSCSI and related technology
  • Virtual desktop solutions

At U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:

Think: Think Critically and Drive Change
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U. S. Steel is a leading steel producer founded in 1901. Today, we’re a greener company with an infinitely recyclable product, the world’s only LEED-certified steel mill, and an ambitious plan to reduce emissions. We make products that make everyday life possible - automotive, construction, appliance, energy, container, and packaging industries all benefit from our innovation.

We show pride in our communities with company-sponsored employee volunteer programs, corporate contributions, partnerships in support of education, scholarships for our next generation of leaders, and many other programs.

We are continually recognized for our commitment to our employees, most recently as a Most Loved Workplace (Newsweek 2021- 2022), a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality (Human Rights Campaign Foundation 2020-2022), a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion (Disability Equality Index 2021-2022), and World's Most Ethical Companies (2023). It’s easy to see why U. S. Steel employees take Pride in Our Past as we Build the Future, United by Steel.

Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel’s success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company’s success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit www.ussteel.com/CANotice regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)