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System Administrator or Senior – Grid Operations Technology and Compliance – Temporary

Idaho Power Company

Boise, ID

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$96,595.20–$140,108.80 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Asset Management, Automation, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Configuration Management, Customer Relations, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data Sets, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Documentation Standards, Driver's License, Employee Benefits, Energy Management, Grid Computing, High Availability, Human Resources, ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, MCSA - Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator, MCSE - Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, Microsoft Certifications, Microsoft Windows Azure, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, On Call, Operational Audit, Operations Processes, Order Management, People Management, Physical Demands, Power Outages, Power Plant, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Red Hat Linux Operating System, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Patches, Standards Development, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), System Integration (SI), System Validation, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, Systems Maintenance, Technical Operations, Technical Support, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Boise, ID
POSTED
10 days ago
_If you are a current Idaho Power employee, please apply through the__Employee Portal (https://www.myworkday.com/idahopowercompany/d/task/12709$9.htmld) ._


Application Deadline:


06/05/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time


# of Positions:


1


Job Type:


Temporary (Fixed Term)


Job End Date:


07/27/2029


Exemption Status:


Exempt


Pay Range:


$96,595.20 - $140,108.80 Annual


Minimum Age Requirement:


Job Description:


Idaho Power Company (IPC) — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a _System Administrator or Seniors_ to join our Load Serving Operations Technology team. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we’re working hard to safely provide our customers with the safe, reliable, and affordable energy they depend on. This position will be based at our West Boise office. In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.


Whatdoes a System Administrator doforus?


We are seeking an individual who enjoys solving complex technical problems, collaborating across teams, troubleshooting multi-system integrations, and thrives as a self-starter in dynamic, unstructured environments. As a member of the Grid Solutions team, the System Administrator will support high-visibility projects, compliance activities, and real-time operations technologies and their users. Their role will predominantly focus on supporting the Outage Management System (OMS), Switch Order Management (SOM), and model maintenance, while providing secondary support for the Energy Management System (EMS). These mission-critical applications are used to monitor and control the electric grid in real time. Additionally, this position will support Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) compliance activities, including asset management and monitoring, patching, baseline configuration, evidence collection, and audit readiness.


A System Administrator will also:


+ Own the reliability, availability, and performance of OMS, SOM, model maintenance, and EMS applications, ensuring continuous operation of mission-critical grid systems

+ Troubleshoot and resolve complex system, integration, and data issues, applying structured root‑cause analysis with urgency in real‑time operational environments

+ Monitor system health and analyze operational data, logs, and alerts to diagnose issues, reconstruct events, identify trends, and drive system improvements

+ Ensure data integrity and consistency across integrated platforms, validating system inputs, outputs, and interactions with strong attention to detail

+ Design, build, and maintain system integrations, including API‑based and stand‑alone solutions, enabling reliable data exchange between operational technologies

+ Leverage automation, scripting, and programming to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reliability of operational processes

+ Support CIP compliance through disciplined change and configuration management, including asset management, patching, baseline configuration, monitoring, evidence collection, and audit readiness

+ Collaborate with internal teams, end users, and vendors, exercising sound technical judgment, maintaining documentation, and operating independently to implement fixes, upgrades, and enhancements


A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE


Knowledge of:


+ API integrations and system-to-system data exchange methods

+ Monitoring, logging, and alerting tools used in high-availability environments

+ Change and configuration management practices in regulated environments

+ Application lifecycle management, including upgrades, patching, and deployments

+ Cybersecurity principles and standards relevant to operational technology (OT) systems


Skills in:


+ Administering and supporting mission-critical, real-time systems with strict availability requirements

+ Scripting, coding, and automation to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reliability

+ Developing documentation, standard processes, and technical procedures that support auditability

+ Managing vendor relationships, including coordination, escalation, and solution delivery

+ Analyzing large datasets to identify anomalies, trends, and improvement opportunities

+ Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and root-causing complex, multi-system issues using logs, data, and system outputs


Ability to:


+ Work independently with urgency in real-time, operationally sensitive environments

+ Learn new systems and technologies quickly with minimal direction

+ Apply sound technical judgment and take initiative in ambiguous or unstructured situations

+ Execute detailed, accuracy-driven work while adhering to compliance and audit requirements

+ Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

+ Build strong working relationships across teams and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining focus on reliability and compliance


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS


System Administrator


Education:


+ Bachelor's degree in related field


OR


+ An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience


Preferred:


+ Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science, or computer information systems (CIS)


Experience:


+ 2 or more years of relevant technology administration experience


Preferred:


+ 4 or more years of relevant technology administration experience


Licenses & Certifications:


+ Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position


Preferred :


+ Certification relevant to position, ITIL Foundation Certificate, Microsoft MCSA, Redhat RHCSA


Senior System Administrator


Education:


+ Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer information systems (CIS), or equivalent field


OR


+ Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience


Experience:


+ 5 or more years of professional technology administration experience


Preferred:


+ 8 or more years of experience in a corporate multi-platform technology environment


Licenses & Certifications:


+ Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position


Preferred:


+ Certification relevant to position, ITIL Foundation Certificate, Microsoft MCSE, Redhat RHCE, Microsoft Azure Administrator, CISSP, CCNP (Network)


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS


This is an on-site (non-remote) position. Successful candidate will participate in 24x7 on-call rotation and must be able to arrive on site within 60 minutes when serving on call.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires working at a desk/computer for extended periods of time. It requires the use of office equipment, fine motor skills including typing on the computer, dialing phones, filing paper, and working in close proximity to other people. There may be occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources.


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Temporary employees are eligible to apply for internal job postings. Internal, regular employees who are successful candidates will be placed as regular employees in a Temporary Duty Assignment job classification. In order for your current position to be held for your return, qualified employees must have supervisory approval to participate and have been in their current position for at least six months.


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Competencies:


Adaptability, Communication, Continuous Learning, Customer Orientation, Decision Making, Initiating Action, Planning and Organizing, Work Standards


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_Need Assistance Completing Your Application?_


_Please contact our Recruiting Office if you have questions, require assistance or accommodation while applying for employment with Idaho Power Company:_ _Phone_ _: 208-388-2965 or_ _Email_ _:_ _jobs@idahopower.com_


_Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer_


_We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer_ . _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws._


Please note: Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa, such as an H-1B visa.**


About Us


With 17 hydroelectric power plants along the Snake River and its tributaries, Idaho Power is proud to provide safe, reliable, affordable energy to customers in southern Idaho and eastern Oregon.


Our nearly 2,200 employees serve more than 650,000 customers in a service area spanning an estimated 24,000 square miles. They live, work, and play in some of the most beautiful and rugged landscapes in the West.


We’re working hard to keep our communities safe, connected, and thriving. We hope you’ll join us.


Contact Information


Phone: 208-388-2965


Email: jobs@idahopower.com


Fax: 208-388-6695


Idaho Power Company


Recruiting Office


P.O. Box 70


Boise, ID 83707


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