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Physical Security Access Control, Video, and Intercom Systems Administrator to fill the position of Technical, Systems, or Senior Systems Analyst Salary Range Technical Analyst - Pay Grade 12 - Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range - $6,288.00 - $7,860.00 monthly Systems Analyst - Pay Grade 14 - Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range - $7,979.00 - $10,173.00 monthly Senior Systems Analyst - Pay Grade 15 - Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range - $9,155.00 - $11,673.00 monthly Location - Columbus, NE; Columbus General Office Employment Type: Full-time Posting Date: 5/21/2025 Closing Date: 6/4/2025 Are you hard-working and eager to make a meaningful impact in the ever-emerging energy industry? Come join us! By joining the Nebraska Public Power District team, you’re becoming part of a close-knit community that embodies the values and traditions of the state. More than generating and delivering power, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. With safety at the helm, we have created a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth. Here, you’re not just an employee; you're a valued member of a family that respects and supports each other. Our power grid has been consistently ranked one of the most reliable and resilient, but our reputation for excellence extends beyond our customer service to our employee satisfaction. Many of our team members have built lifelong careers here, advancing through the ranks thanks to our robust training programs and opportunities for professional development. With us, you’ll find a place where your efforts are recognized and rewarded, where you’re making a deep impact on the communities around you, and where you can truly power a career that you can be proud of. Get to know us more here Position Summary The incumbent's primary role is to support the District's Corporate Physical Security Program under the direction of the Corporate Physical Security Manager. This includes the support of Genetec Physical Access Control System (PACS), Genetec Video Management System (VMS), Electronic Intercom System (EIS) along with other security software/hardware products that integrate with Genetec. The incumbent will help optimize the PACS, VMS, EIS and other integrated security software/hardware so that it can be efficiently administrated and monitored by a centralized Security Operations Center (SOC). The incumbent will help maintain Enterprise Technology (ET) systems and servers affecting the PAC's, VMS, and EIS Systems (firewalls, virtual servers, anti-virus tools, intrusion detection, anti-spam, forensics, vulnerability scanning, reporting, and security assessments) in multiple networks. This will require that the incumbent manage Active Directory and group policy on a private network. The incumbent will support applicable portions of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation's (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Compliance Program, as directed by the Corporate Physical Security Manager. This will require the individual to become familiar with the District's NERC CIP Program and work closely with key players from NPPD's Transmission Engineering, Telecommunications, ET Security, and Transmission Maintenance & Support teams for implementation of the program. Education, Training and Experience Technical Analyst: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (OR) Associate degree and a minimum of three (3) years technical IT experience, including specific experience as listed below (OR) High school diploma/GED and a minimum of five (5) years technical IT experience, including specific experience as listed below. Systems Analyst: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and a minimum of four (4) years technical IT experience as listed below (OR) Associate degree and a minimum of six (6) years technical IT experience including specific experience as listed below (OR) a high school diploma/GED and a minimum of eight (8) years technical IT experience including specific experience as listed below. Senior Systems Analyst: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and a minimum of eight (8) years technical IT experience as listed below (OR) Associate degree and a minimum of ten (10) years technical IT experience including specific experience as listed below (OR) a high school diploma/GED and a minimum of twelve (12) years technical IT experience including specific experience as listed below. Experience Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others on multiple activities with flexibility to manage competing demands and changing priorities. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organization skills. Excellent analytical problem-solving skills. Must be customer-service oriented and adaptable to ongoing change. Ideal Experience and Technical Skills Ideal candidates for the role Physical Security Technical/Systems/Senior Systems Analyst will have relevant experience with some or all of the following: • Administering physical security standards, to include alarms, CCTV, card access and intercoms across the corporate enterprise. • Administering software and hardware upgrades of Physical security systems, and assess business needs to create or modify system queries and reports. • Executing access control operations, badge production, visitor management, SOPs and policy compliance. • Conducting vulnerability assessments and monitors systems, networks, and databases to respond to access control and outages. • Evaluating existing physical Security controls, technologies, policies, and procedures across company’s locations and recommend improvements. • Managing existing access control, video management, and intercom systems across the corporate enterprise. • Developing/maintaining a fully integrated/unified access control, video, and intercom Genetec platform to be utilized by a Security Operations Center. • Providing technical support to our 24/7 Physical Security Operations Center. • Maintaining NERC-CIP and FERC compliance processes. • Managing Active Directory, SQL, Lansweeper, Nagios and group policy on a private domain • Administering and troubleshooting AXIS, Genetec, HID, Altronix, and cellular modem software and devices. Licenses and/or Certifications Security Clearance: Incumbent may be required to satisfy any existing and future District security clearance or background check requirements for access to key NPPD locations and/or supporting sensitive business applications. Obtain and maintain intermediate to advanced technical certification aligned with key business system platform(s) used at the District (for example, Systems, Applications and Products in Data Processing (SAP), Microsoft certifications, and security related best practices) as applicable. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Technical Analyst: Analyze, design, develop, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and provide direction and support for complex systems, applications and databases in support of the District's computing environment. Provide technical architecture recommendations and apply best practices in system design, development, and testing. Collaborate with/advise/coach other ET/Corporate Security and business unit analysts to ensure understanding of business and technical work processes, tools, and best practices. Evaluate, create, document, and test complex system-related interfaces and integration. Maintains efficient and effective management of vendor contract service relationships pertaining to technical services. Provide 24/7 system support, carry a mobile communications device, and perform duties from remote locations such as home and during business travel. Systems Analyst: In addition to being proficient in all duties of the Technical Analyst, the Systems Analyst will also be responsible for the following duties: Lead special task groups, trouble-shooting efforts, and integration and/or improvement project teams. Lead the development and implementation of training and communications plans/materials. Essential Duties & Responsibilities (Continued) Senior Systems Analyst: In addition to being proficient in all duties of the Technical and Systems Analyst, the Senior Systems Analyst will also be responsible for the following duties: Proven understanding of key NPPD business unit activities and successful application of ET/Corporate Security technical solution design, development, and responsive customer support and service. Work closely with ET/Corporate Security management to oversee and lead resolution of complex technical challenges and new business system initiatives. Accountable for other duties as assigned. Core Competencies Customer FocusEmployees & Teamwork/Diversity & InclusionIntegrity/ExcellencePublic Service/Environmental StewardshipSafety Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview. Technical Analyst - Pay Grade - 15 Monthly Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $6,288.00 - $7,860.00 Systems Analyst - Pay Grade - 14 Monthly Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $7,979.00 - $10,173.00 Senior Systems Analyst - Pay Grade - 15 Monthly Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $9,155.00 - $11,673.00 Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview. Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District. Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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