IT Systems Administrator - I, II, or Senior

spp • Little Rock, AR

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. We’re about the power of relationships. Our employees have the opportunity to work together to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to the millions of people living in our service territory. We have been voted one of Arkansas’ Best Places to work by Arkansas Business and we are looking for a member of our team who is passionate about our mission to keep the lights on! We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way. We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package: 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 PLEASE NOTE: SPP is not able to sponsor employment visas or student-work authorizations (STEM OPT) for this position. Please ensure you are eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship prior to applying. COMPENSATION INFORMATION The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time. While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range. We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process. Join Our Infrastructure Security Patching Team! We're looking for two driven Systems Administrators to power up our Infrastructure Security Patching Team . These positions may be filled at the Level I, Level II, or Senior level based on your skills and experience. At SPP, we don’t just manage technology — we safeguard the systems that keep the lights on across our region. As part of our IT organization, you’ll play a critical role in protecting and optimizing the computing resources that support our employees, members, and millions of people who rely on reliable power every day.

Requirements

• 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
• Competent written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Scripting and/or programming skills
• Automation skills to replace manual tasks
• Intermediate to Advanced certifications

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.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees