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At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.

Job Summary

Are you a networking and security expert who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments? We're looking for a Security Systems Specialist II with strong experience in firewalls, intrusion prevention, and network architecture—someone who understands the importance of agility and collaboration in modern security operations. A background in DevOps brings added value, helping us integrate security more seamlessly into our workflows. Join us in protecting critical infrastructure while advancing a forward-thinking security culture.

What you will do

• Provides first- and second-level technical support for security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, jump hosts, authentication, VPN, proxy, and remote access systems.

• Participates in low to high complexity company, department level, and team level projects impacting security.

• Responsible for basic and advanced phases of security systems administration including policy management, installation, maintenance, testing, debugging, and documentation.

• Develops and executes processes and procedures in support of the execution of network segmentation standards and controls for cybersecurity system protection.

• Executes work processes which comply with security policies.

• Prepares and maintains operational documentation.

• Establishes procedures for the Help Desk to resolve minor security issues and problems.

• Identifies, plans, implements, documents, and complies with procedures for complying with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) and North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC CIP) regulations.

• Participates in 24/7 on-call rotation.

• Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Information Technology Preferred

Required Experience

• 4 years of experience in server administration, data networking, firewall administration or applications development.

• Advanced experience with at least one of the following: internet security, encryption, identity management, firewalls, intrusion detection, authentication systems (token or biometrics); security certification preferred (SSCP or GSEC).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of networking principles or a networking certification.

• Proven knowledge of mainframe, database, network, server, and remote connectivity security.

• Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).

• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a diverse work environment.

Key Skills

• Access Control Management • Application Security • Cloud Networking • Cybersecurity Risk Management • DevSecOps • Identity and Access Management (IAM) • Incident Management • Incident Response • Information Security Management • IT Risk Management • Intrusion Detection • IT Security Management • Network Security Management • Security Architecture Design • Security Governance • Threat Modeling • Vulnerability Management

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

Pay Range:

$70,000-$91,000

This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.

It's not just what we do; it's how we do it.

Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold

Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law.

All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.

Disclaimer:

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

Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com .