Server Administrator I/II

Alliant Energy Cedar Rapids, IA April 3, 2017 Information Technology

Implements and maintains small to medium computing services and storage environments, and writes specification documents for these systems. Assists with departmental projects.

Responds to support tickets from the Help Desk within specified timeframes, uses troubleshooting tools and procedures to resolve issues, and maintains defined service levels.

Complies with procedures for Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) and North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC CIP) regulations.

Participates in disaster recovery drills.

Assists with server and storage conversions, patches, and upgrades.

Assists with system tuning to optimize system performance and maintains defined service levels.

Assists with installation and maintaining infrastructure services (e-mail, dynamic host configuration protocol, backup, print, patches, etc.).

Assists with maintaining technical documentation related to software/hardware on multi-user networks as well as training materials for end users.

Participates in a 24X7 on call rotation.

Performs all other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements:

Service Administrator I:

This position requires a four-year degree from an accredited college or university, with emphasis in information technology and two years of experience in providing server and storage support in a networked environment.
In the absence of a degree four years of related experience, including two years in providing server and storage support in a networked environment is required.

Service Administrator II:

This position requires a four-year degree from an accredited college or university, with emphasis in information technology and four years of experience in providing server and storage support in a networked environment.
In the absence of a degree eight years of related experience, including four years in providing server and storage support in a networked environment is required.

Preferred Experience:

Windows or Unix/Linux server administration

Required Skills:

Administration experience in system programming, backup, monitoring, infrastructure services and high availability environments.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
Ability to work effectively in a diverse work environment.

*NOTE: All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a drug screen and background check.

We are committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

To apply for this challenging opportunity, please complete our online application at
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Removal Date

04/17/2017