Information Technology Administrator

Jobshq; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

FSA

HSA

Retirement plans

Job summary

Beltrami Electric Cooperative is seeking an experienced IT Administrator to bolster our technology infrastructure and drive cybersecurity initiatives. You will lead security programs, monitor events, and coordinate vulnerability testing while collaborating with leadership to reinforce best practices.

The role emphasizes proactive security, regulatory compliance, and user education, ensuring robust protection and reliable IT services across the organization.

Qualifications

• Degree or certification in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Two to four years of desktop support experience including imaging, GPO, and asset inventory.
• Two to four years of network/server admin experience (TCP/IP, Active Directory, Exchange, SQL Server).
• One to two years of cybersecurity program support, security monitoring, and incident response experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity, end-user security and PCI compliance programs.
• Monitor security events from servers, firewalls, and IDS for breaches or policy violations.
• Investigate security incidents and advise IT Manager/CEO on remediation actions.
• Develop and deliver employee security awareness training.
• Plan vulnerability assessments, scans, and security testing activities.
• Maintain and enhance cybersecurity policies and procedures.

Skills

Desktop support

Security monitoring

Incident response

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent

Tools

Active Directory

Exchange

Microsoft SQL Server

Group Policy

Job description

Beltrami Electric Cooperative (BEC) is seeking an experienced and motivated Information Technology Administrator to support and enhance our technology infrastructure while leading key cybersecurity and information security initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a proactive technology professional with strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and cybersecurity awareness throughout the organization.

Why Join Our Team?

This position plays a critical role in protecting organizational systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting employees, and helping drive technology best practices across the organization.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead BEC’s cybersecurity, end-user security and PCI compliance programs and initiatives.
• Monitor security events from servers, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems (IDS) for potential security breaches or policy violations.
• Investigate security incidents and provide recommendations to the IT Manager and CEO regarding remediation efforts and corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver employee security awareness and cybersecurity training programs.
• Plan, coordinate, and schedule internal and external vulnerability assessments, scans, and security testing activities.
• Assist in maintaining and enhancing cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborate with department leaders to identify technology needs and recommend effective solutions.
• Consult and propose changes to IT policies, procedures, and best operational practices.
• Provide technical support for desktops, laptops, tablets, mobile devices, and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and system-related issues.
• Assist with system administration, infrastructure maintenance, and technology projects.
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning efforts.

What makes you a good fit:

• Degree, certification, in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience that enables performance of all aspects of this position.
• Two to four years of experience supporting desktop environments, including desktop imaging, group policy, and asset inventory administration.
• Two to four years of experience with network and server administration, including TCP/IP, Active Directory, Exchange, and Microsoft SQL Server.
• One to two years of experience supporting cybersecurity programs, security monitoring, and incident response activities.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to provide technical guidance to users at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Compensation & Benefits:

Beltrami Electric Cooperative offers an excellent pay and benefits package. The starting salary range for this position is $90,000 - $115,000. The final compensation offered will be based on the successful candidate’s qualifications, experience and skill level. Beltrami Electric Cooperative’s benefit package includes paid holidays, vacation, sick and medical leave, medical, dental, disability, and life insurance, FSA, HSA, NRECA defined contribution and defined benefit plans.

Applications can be dropped off or mailed to Beltrami Electric Cooperative, Attention Human Resources, PO Box 488. Bemidji MN 56619 or emailed to [e-mail]

Applications will be accepted through November 4, 2026.

A pre-employment background and drug screening will be processed upon offer of employment.

Beltrami Electric Cooperative, Inc. is an equal opportunity provider and employer M/F/Vets/Disabled.