Intern II

PPGs IT Operations Center (ITOC) is seeking a student or emerging professional to join our high-impact global team. As an ITOC Analyst you will be part of a dynamic environment supporting PPGs mission-critical infrastructure. This role focuses on monitoring incident response server administration and the resolution of IT systems and network-related issues across a global enterprise environment.

You will be responsible for handling real-time alerts managing server health ensuring data integrity through backup and recovery processes and working closely with vendors and internal teams to maintain operational stability.

Main Responsibilities

Analyse troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and network alerts using monitoring tools and dashboards.

• Monitor manage and maintain the health and performance of Windows and Linux servers.
• Perform and verify scheduled backups support disaster recovery procedures and recovery testing.
• Follow knowledge base articles to resolve incidents and fulfil service requests.
• Supervise and manage the resolution of technical issues by working closely with cross-functional IT teams.
• Engage with ISPs and other service providers to support troubleshoot and escalate connectivity issues.
• Coordinate remotely with local site contacts to resolve circuit hardware or configuration problems.
• Escalate critical issues appropriately to specialized support or engineering teams.
• Complete project tasks as assigned by the ITOC Shift Supervisor in a timely and accurate manner.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP BGP OSPF DNS DHCP etc.)
• Experience in network monitoring tools (SolarWinds PRTG Palo Alto Prognosis)
• Familiarity with firewalls switches routers and load balancers (Cisco Fortinet)
• Knowledge of VPN WAN LAN and SD-WAN technologies
• Ability to troubleshoot network outages latency and performance issues
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux server environments
• Hands-on experience in server provisioning configuration and maintenance
• Knowledge of backup and recovery procedures (Veeam Nasuni)
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms (VMware Hyper-V)
• Understanding of patching and security hardening best practices
• Exposure to Active Directory DNS DHCP file/print servers

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets experience and training qualifications and education licensure and certifications and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.