Job Details Working Title: Enterprise Backup Specialist Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 3 Agency: Minnesota IT Services - Job ID: 96247
- Location: St. Paul
- Telework Eligible: Yes #LI-Hybrid
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 08/19/2026
- Closing Date: 08/25/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services
- Division/Unit: Office of Enterprise Tech / Enterprise Backup
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $33.96 - $55.83 / hourly; $70,908 - $116,573 / annually
- Job Class Option: Systems Software
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job. The Enterprise Backup Specialist supports Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) hybrid cloud backup services through technical analysis, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and operational delivery across on-premises and cloud environments. The role ensures the protection and recoverability of mission-critical data for statewide government customers by implementing and maintaining reliable backup solutions, monitoring platform health, addressing system alerts, conducting security and access audits, and assisting with disaster recovery exercises. This position collaborates with technical teams, vendors, and agency partners, maintains clear documentation and customer communication, and applies strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support business continuity, compliance, and secure data recovery for the State of Minnesota.
This position requires an employee to work onsite at 600 Robert St. N., Saint Paul, Minnesota at least 50% [or more or less if space limitations remain] of the time, with limited telework available. Telework eligibility depends on residence:
- Candidates living in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the worksite in a bordering state (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin) may telework up to 50%.
- Minnesota residents living more than 50 miles from the worksite may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
- Candidates living 50 miles or more from the worksite in a bordering state may work onsite 100% or may be telework eligible if relocating within 50 miles.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here : Position requires a minimum of three (3) years of IT related experience in hybrid cloud backup administration, configuration, monitoring, and operational support within enterprise environments.
Experience must include:
- Implementing, configuring, and testing hybrid cloud backup solutions (e.g., Commvault, Azure Backup), including backup job creation, validation, and secure configuration.
- Troubleshooting complex backup or recovery issues across on-premises and cloud platforms, including analysis of performance, capacity, and utilization trends.
- Conducting security and access audits for backup systems, applying established security controls, and validating remediation actions.
- Monitoring backup platform health, responding to system alerts, documenting issues, and recommending operational improvements.
- Using Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g., Git, Azure Bicep, Terraform, YAML/JSON/HCL) to support repeatable deployment of backup-related cloud resources.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.
- Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.
Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience with Commvault or other enterprise backup platforms, including advanced configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization of hybrid backup environments.
- Experience with Azure Backup and cloud-based backup architecture within Azure environment, including testing, security controls, and performance/capacity evaluation.
- Experience participating in disaster recovery exercises, such as technical validation of backup and restoration workflows.
- Experience using Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Azure Bicep, Terraform, YAML/JSON/HCL) and Git for version control to support automated deployment and change management for back-up related cloud resources.
- Ability to analyze system performance, utilization, and capacity trends in complex enterprise environments, including early detection of degradations and data-driven recommendations for optimization.
- Experience developing or maintaining technical documentation, diagrams, operational runbooks, and training materials for backup systems within large, diverse customer environments.
- Ability to interpret and explain complex backup concepts to varied audiences, evaluate customer needs, and ensure enterprise backup offerings meet business requirements.
Additional Requirements It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:
- SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
- Social Security and Address Verification
- Other legally required checks
Application Details How to Apply Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email
[email protected] . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Human Resources at w
[email protected] .
Connect 700 Program To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Human Resources at w
[email protected] .
Veterans To be considered for any Veteran's Status , you MUST indicate this on your application. RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV) : Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. You must:
- Meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
- Meet all of the RSV criteria.
- Submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date to: w [email protected]
CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS : Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if you:
- Meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%.
- Provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability.
- Meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
- You must submit all documentation by the closing date to: w [email protected]
Current State Employees - Bidders: This vacancy is open for bids and all qualified applicants simultaneously. This vacancy will be filled in accordance with applicable union contract provisions. Current employees of Minnesota IT Services who are currently in an Information Technology Specialist 3/Systems Software position and who are eligible to bid and apply within the seven (7) day bidding period will be considered prior to filling the position via other means.
- Current State Employees: Please note that employment provisions (including but not limited to seniority and leave accrual) vary among the three branches of Minnesota State government. When considering a job with another branch of state government, you are highly encouraged to explore these differences. For assistance, please direct questions to your current or anticipated Human Resources office.
Benefits As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include: - Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals: - Training, classes, and professional development
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: - A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
