Network & Cybersecurity Manager

For nearly 80 years Rice Lake Weighing Systems (RLWS) has been a successful, growth-oriented company known as a leader in the weighing industry and the communities in which we operate. RWLS is seeking a Network & Cybersecurity Manager to join our Information Systems department. The selected candidate will be responsible for the operation and administration of the company's internal and external networks, servers, e-mail, and network security systems. They will preserve our "Customer Comes First", relationship-based, family approach as we continue to grow in an ISO 9001 operating environment. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervise team of Network Administrators and Systems Technicians.
• Establish and maintain a Global Cyber Plan and Cyber Scores
• Maintain all external facing Cyber and compliance documentation
• Coordinate all Cyber prevention activities, training, and attack responses.
• Plan and budget for IT infrastructure spend.
• Plan, design, analyze and provide technical support for data communications network.
• Administration and maintenance of mission critical web and database servers and company's internal systems. Analyze and resolve technical problems for established networks.
• Install, upgrade, and configure network printing, directory structures, user access, security, software, and file services
• Establish user profiles, user environments, directories and security for networks being installed
• Conduct technical research on network upgrades and components to determine feasibility, cost, time required and compatibility with current system.
• Work with vendors to resolve complex network problems
• Firewall administration and overall responsibility for company IT security
• Administration of email servers and archival procedures for company-wide email
• Recommend and schedule repairs to the LAN, including servers and switches
• Maintenance of existing Anti-Spam and Anti-virus systems and the setting of new Anti-Virus policies
• Administration of primary DNS activities
• Administer software licensing in accordance with corporate policy.
• Coordinate and monitor corporate Internet usage.
• Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed by the network
• Participate in fielding calls from internal users via our "Help Line" which provides telephone and desktop support to internal users.
• Other duties as assigned by CIO.

Qualifications: Candidates must have computer-related degree in MIS, IT or related field and five (5) years or more equivalent experience managing networks and cybersecurity. Certificates in Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE), Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MSCA), and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) preferred. Requires strong working knowledge of major networking components, networking operating systems and basic computer hardware components. Must have good interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills and excellent organizational skills. Needs to work well alone and in a team setting. Hands on knowledge of the procedures used in the installation, modification maintenance and repair of IT hardware and software required. Experience with the following operating systems: Windows 2003/2008 Server, Exchange, Active Directory.

Total Compensation: RLWS is a successful, energetic, customer-driven organization that offers competitive wages, great working conditions, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, disability, life, vacation, sick time, holidays, Safe Harbor 401k, and wellness benefit programs. This position requires on-site presence at our Corporate Headquarters in Rice Lake, Wisconsin; telecommuting is not available. However, reasonable relocation assistance is available.

To apply, please click "Apply Now" or visit our website at www.riclake.com/careers to learn more. Please upload a cover letter with total compensation requirements and a resume. If you need assistance with your application, please contact Rice Lake Weighing Systems at ([redacted].

Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Rice Lake Weighing Systems is a Substance-Free Workplace and requires pre-employment drug screens.

Did you know? Rice Lake Weighing Systems is located in scenic northwestern Wisconsin where many people go for vacation. There are an abundance of lakes and rivers to explore, hundreds of miles of exciting snowmobile and ATV/UTV trails, and thousands of acres of public land to enjoy. Small town or rural living with excellent schools, local shopping and dining. The city of Eau Claire is just a 45-minute drive and Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area is less than two hours.

Did you know? Rice Lake Weighing Systems has partnered with Neopath Health to provide direct primary care at Cedar Ridge Health Center. This beautiful, near-site clinic is staffed 64 hours per week for the exclusive use of our plan members and their dependents. Prescriptions, wellness exams and plans, chronic disease management, acute care, testing and office procedures are all provided at no cost to members. In 2024, Rice Lake Weighing Systems earned the inaugural "Don't Feed the Beast!" award for its cutting-edge healthcare plan.

Did you know? In 2020, Rice Lake Weighing Systems earned the prestigious Corporate Safety Award for Manufacturing from the Wisconsin Safety Council. The company has also been recognized for its extensive training programs, abundant employee appreciation efforts and comprehensive total rewards plans.

Did you know? Rice Lake Weighing Systems is a family-owned, ISO 9001:2015 certified corporation, and has been manufacturing and distributing weight-related products and supplies since 1946. Sustainable growth and long-term strategy are credited as the reason we have never had a layoff in nearly 80 years in business.

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