Network Security Administrator I

Network Security Administrator I

Location Duluth, MN

Application Close Date 1/18/2027

Business Unit ALLETE, Inc.

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Employment Type:

ALLETE - Non-Union

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Network Security Administrator I

$67,000 - $84,000 | Reporting In Person to Duluth MN

Join ALLETE’s Network Security Team with a mission to protect the systems that power a critical utility. In this role, you’ll work hands-on with cutting‑edge network security technologies. You’ll collaborate with talented teammates, IT partners, and business units to implement, maintain, and continuously improve and strengthen the cybersecurity systems that keep our operations safe and resilient.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide technical support and administration of network security infrastructure in an enterprise environment.
• Support end-users, department staff, and business applications using network security systems.
• Install, configure, and maintain network security infrastructure.
• Stay informed and share intelligence on emerging threats and countermeasures.
• Research, evaluate, and deploy new systems and technologies.
• Follow established guidelines for change control and compliance requirements.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
• Candidates completing their degree by December 31, 2026 will be considered. OR
• AA or AAS degree in Network or Systems administration or related degree, PLUS an additional four years of related job experience in the implementation, operation, and management of network security infrastructure or related systems.

How to Stand Out:

• Experience with Cisco network security tools such as ISE, Meraki, and/or Duo.
• Experience with Check Point firewalls, VPN, IDS/IPS, and URL Filtering.
• Experience with F5 BIG-IP LTM.

Our Company:

Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, is an electric utility headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota. We provide electricity in a 26,000-square-mile service area in northeastern Minnesota to 150,000 customers, including 14 municipal systems and some of the nation’s largest industrial customers. Minnesota Power is committed to a sustainable future for the climate, our customers and our communities while delivering safe and reliable energy. We play a unique and significant role in ALLETE’s sustainability-in-action strategy. Our culture drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet.

We are headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, located on the scenic shores of Lake Superior. Duluth offers a unique combination of professional opportunity and outdoor adventure and is a welcoming place to live and build your career.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected annual compensation range for this position is $67,000 - $84,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.
• Compensation Incentive Program
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Community Engagement, and more.

Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.

External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.

This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.

ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-3921.

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