The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid. We safeguard the economy and well-being of 30 million Californians by "keeping the lights on" 24/7.

As the impartial grid operator, the California ISO opens access to the wholesale power market that is designed to diversify resources and lower prices. It also grants equal access to 25,865 circuit-miles of power lines and reduces barriers to diverse resources competing to bring power to customers.

The California ISO's function is often compared to that of air traffic controllers. It would be grossly unfair for air traffic controllers to represent one airline and profit from allowing that company's planes to go through before others. In the same way, the California ISO operates independently—managing the electron traffic on a power grid we do not own—making sure electricity is safely delivered to utilities and consumers on time and reliably.

Under the general direction of the Manager, participates in planning, developing, testing, implementation and support of technical solutions for company-wide data and voice communications.  Works with vendors and service providers to insure stability and reliability of company's critical voice and data infrastructure. Engages with company-wide business units to provide network design solutions for business requirements. Works to insure the highest level of associated systems operations, reliability and security.

What's In it for You

Our purpose is to lead the way to tomorrow's energy network. Make a difference and impact millions of people who depend on electricity in their everyday lives.

• You get to work on interesting and challenging assignments that will help grow your skill set.
• You will work in an extremely collaborative environment inside our LEED certified Folsom, California campus.
• You will be challenged, be a part of a winning team, and your contributions will be rewarded and recognized.

What You Will Be Doing

• Leads in the planning, design, testing, and implementation and participates in the support of technical solutions for data and voice communications infrastructure in support of Network Services; Provides 24x7 on call technical support as required.
• Engages with company-wide business units to provide network design solutions for business requirements, and works to insure the highest level of associated systems operations, reliability and security.
• Provides technical guidance and expertise to team members and associated staff.
• Leads vendor management activities to ensure continued reliability, availability, and security of company's telecommunications and data network infrastructure.
• Participates in department planning, research and development to ensure that company is using up-to-date technologies to comply with corporate standards, goals and objectives.

Level of Education and Discipline

• A Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) or equivalent education, training or experience in Information Technology, Management of Information Systems, or related technical field. 
• Master Degree preferred.

Amount of Experience

• Equivalent years of education and training, plus five (5) or more years related experience.

Type of Experience

• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment as facilitator and team member. 
• Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication and documentation skills required, with a demonstrated attention to detail. 
• Ability to use deductive reasoning and analytical thinking with sound judgment and decision-making skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills are also essential. 
• Must be self-starting and willing and able to work independently in a dynamic corporate organization under pressure of tight deadlines and aggressive expectations. 
• Self-motivated, problem solving skills and the ability to influence others without direct authority. 
• Must provide 24x7 technical support as required. Will require 24x7 on-call support quarterly or monthly.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.