IT Systems Administrator - Energy Management and Market Solutions

WEC Energy Group; Green Bay (WI); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, seeks an IT Systems Administrator (IT Infrastructure Consultant) to support the EMMS infrastructure and participate in design, implementation, and operational activities.

The role covers local area networking, server/desktop hardware, cyber security, and Windows OS support. It involves planning, budgeting, vendor analysis, and on-call duties with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Strong knowledge of firewall administration and configuring and monitoring network equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and engineer various device and system configurations utilizing prescribed methods.
• Implement, operate and support various devices and systems utilizing prescribed methods.
• Perform routine systems work requiring application of standard techniques and procedures.
• Work under direction of supervisor or Senior IT Infrastructure Consultant who screens assignments for unusual or difficult problems.
• Develop working knowledge of systems, equipment, and supporting applications, and how they support the business.
• Maintain key performance and process metrics to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of processes, procedures, and systems, generally under the direction of senior staff.
• Effectively use various forms of communication to successfully perform job duties.
• Performs on-call responsibilities as part of an on-call rotation.
• May require travel to other locations.

Skills

Firewall administration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking an IT System Administrator (IT Infrastructure Consultant) in our Green Bay, Wisconsin location. This position currently offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on-site) with time regularly spent in the office.

This position is part of a job family (Associate IT Infrastructure Consultant, IT Infrastructure Consultant, and Senior IT Infrastructure Consultant) where experience will be the determining factor.

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation's largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services. As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication. If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you’re driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

The IT Systems Administrator (IT Infrastructure Consultant) position provides support for our energy management system within the Energy Management and Market Solutions (EMMS) group. This person works as a member of a team to support the EMMS infrastructure and is involved in design, implementation, and operational activities. The specific functional areas include, but are not limited to, local area networking, server and desktop hardware, cyber security, and Windows operating system support. The IT Systems Administrator has design & engineering tasks include planning, evaluating, designing, and testing of systems in these functional areas, in addition to consulting, budgeting, cost analysis, and vendor analysis. Operational duties include implementing, configuring, testing, and debugging the systems in these functional areas, in addition to consulting, problem resolution, performance and monitoring, and production control.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and engineer various device and system configurations utilizing prescribed methods. Performs specific and limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced IT Infrastructure Consultant or other senior staff
• Implement, operate and support various devices and systems utilizing prescribed methods
• Perform routine systems work requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
• Work under direction of supervisor or Senior IT Infrastructure Consultant who screens assignments for unusual or difficult problems
• Develop working knowledge of systems, equipment, and supporting applications, and how they support the business
• Maintain key performance and process metrics to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of processes, procedures, and systems, generally under the direction of senior staff
• Effectively use various forms of communication to successfully perform job duties
• Performs on-call responsibilities as part of an on-call rotation
• May require travel to other locations

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

This position requires unescorted access to certain critical cyber assets which would require applicants to satisfy all Company and NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection Standard 004 security requirements, which includes a background investigation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems or related degree.
• Strong technical knowledge of firewall administration and configuring and monitoring network equipment.

End Date: 10/07/2026

Pay Range Minimum: $68,436.68

Pay Range Maximum: $135,761.08

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.

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WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.