IT Systems Administrator - I, II, or Senior

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is dedicated to ensuring reliable electricity delivery and fostering strong relationships within its team. They are seeking driven Systems Administrators at various levels to join their Infrastructure Security Patching Team, focusing on securing and optimizing IT systems that support their mission.

Responsibilities

• Secure the grid by planning, testing, and implementing security patches and upgrades across a wide range of systems
• Design, build, and maintain core IT infrastructure, from servers and virtualization platforms to cloud environments and container orchestration
• Stay ahead of threats by monitoring vendor advisories, assessing vulnerabilities, and driving remediation to keep our environment safe
• Lead and innovate by mentoring teammates, managing projects, and finding new ways to automate and streamline patching and vulnerability management
• Partner across the business, translating complex technical issues into clear solutions for both technical and non-technical audiences

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in an Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or combined equivalent experience
• Senior System Administrator: Six (6) years of infrastructure support experience
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Windows, UNIX, or Linux, including virtualization technologies
• Strong background in applications, hardware configurations, upgrades, and complex repairs
• In-depth knowledge of networking/communication protocols and their impact on systems design/configuration
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring ability, and effective written/oral communication skills
• System Administrator II: Three (3) years of infrastructure support experience
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Windows, UNIX, or Linux operating systems, applications, hardware configurations, and hardware upgrades or repairs
• Knowledge of networking/communication protocols as they relate to systems configuration
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• System Administrator I: No experience required
• Competent knowledge of Microsoft Windows, UNIX, or Linux operating systems, applications, hardware configurations, and hardware upgrades or repairs
• Knowledge of networking/communication protocols as they relate to systems configuration
• Competent written and oral communication skills
• Scripting and/or programming skills
• Automation skills to replace manual tasks
• Intermediate to Advanced certifications

Benefits

• Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities
• Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Relocation bonus (if applicable)
• Hybrid working environment for positions that are eligible
• Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP

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