Systems Administrator I/II/Sr

Montana-Dakota Utilities Co.

$63K — $105K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Four-year degree in computer science, IT, or related field.
  • 2+ years of technical support experience for IT infrastructure (Sys Admin I).
  • 4+ years of technical support experience for IT infrastructure (Sys Admin II).
  • 6+ years of technical support experience for various OS, security systems, servers, and hardware (Sr. Sys Admin).
  • Professional certifications (Windows Server, Oracle, CISCO, VMware, Tripwire) preferred.
  • Familiarity with Linux operating system preferred.
  • Experience with NERC CIP compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Install, manage, patch, and upgrade EMS/SCADA applications.
  • Design, code, test, and integrate software and hardware for EMS/SCADA systems.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues with EMS/SCADA systems for 24/7 availability.
  • Support NERC CIP compliance through policy and procedure development.
  • Train users on new and existing technologies with the Information Services team.
  • Participate in after-hours on-call rotation for urgent issues.
  • Collaborate with clients and consultants for maintenance and enhancements.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and certification.
  • Participation in disaster recovery plan development and testing.
  • Involvement in advanced EMS projects and technologies.
Full Job Description
Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine for self and others. Under direction of higher-level administrators, responsible for the installation, configuration, testing, maintenance, problem resolution, monitoring, and control of the assigned hardware, software, operating systems, security systems and file structures.

Systems Administrator, Sr: In support of the Company's Energy Management System (EMS), this position is responsible for NERC CIP compliance, as well as design of the assigned hardware, software, operating systems, security systems and file structures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Systems Administrator I:($63,860 - $79,830)

  • Requires knowledge of systems administration, programming, and networking at a level normally acquired through the completion of a four-year degree in computer science, information technology (IT) or related field; and
  • Two years' experience providing technical support for the hardware, operating system software, security systems and file structures for an IT infrastructure.


Systems Administrator II: ($73,460 - $91,830)

  • Requires knowledge of systems administration, programming, and networking at a level normally acquired through the completion of a four-year degree in computer science, information technology (IT) or related field; and
  • Four years' experience providing technical support for the hardware, operating system software, security systems and file structures for an IT infrastructure.


Systems Administrator, Sr: ($84,460 - $105,570)

  • Requires knowledge of programming and networking at a level normally acquired through the completion of a four-year degree in computer science, information technology (IT) or related field; and
  • Six years' experience providing technical support for various operating systems, security systems, file structures, servers and PC hardware.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Systems Administrator, Sr:

  • Professional certifications in the assigned areas of responsibility such as Windows Server, Oracle, CISCO, VMware, and Tripwire.
  • Familiarity with Linux operating system.
  • NERC/CIP compliance experience.
  • Switch, firewall, and RTU configuration and programming experience.


OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access.
  • May be required to maintain a valid driver's license.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
  • Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
  • Must submit periodic background checks due to the need for unescorted access to security sensitive business locations and/or systems.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Install, manage, patch, and upgrade EMS/SCADA applications and affiliated downstream systems.
  • Design, code, test and integrate software and hardware for the Electric Energy Management System Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (EMS/SCADA) systems.
  • Troubleshoot EMS/SCADA systems and resolve issues to assure a 24x7x365 availability.
  • Support NERC CIP Reliability Standards and compliance by helping develop and applying policies, procedures and guidelines.
  • Works with Information Services staff to ensure that users receive adequate training and assistance to aid them in the implementation of new and current technologies.
  • Participate in after hour On Call rotation.
  • Work with clients and consultants on maintenance and enhancements.
  • Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.


Additional to the above, the Systems Administrator, Sr:

  • Provides leadership and guidance to System Administrators.
  • Provides elevated support for the EMS, including all hardware, MS Windows, VMware, and Linux systems.
  • Leads/participates in the development, ongoing maintenance and testing of a disaster recovery plan. Develop procedures to recover EMS/SCADA applications and affiliated systems.


Deadline to apply: August 28, 2026 @ 11am CST

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