Sr. Network Operations Analyst

Sr. Network Operations Analyst# Careers## Sr. Network Operations Analyst Apply:
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Madison, WI:
Cedar Rapids, IA:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
JR-10101
** Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy!
** 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
** As Alliant Energy continues to grow and modernize its infrastructure, the reliability, performance, and security of our communications network are more critical than ever. The
** Sr. Network Operations Analyst
** plays a key role in supporting that growth—maintaining and monitoring a complex network environment that includes
** fiber optic transport, leased circuits, and IP/MPLS routing and switching infrastructure**.In this role, you’ll provide real‐time operational support using enterprise
** monitoring platforms**, responding to alarms, troubleshooting issues across
** Layers 1–3**, and coordinating closely with field operations and engineering teams during incidents and maintenance events. You’ll also support
** circuit provisioning, device configuration, change control, and documentation**, helping ensure Alliant’s expanding network remains resilient, secure, and scalable as the business evolves.
** What you will do
*** Coordinates departmental projects and the design, evaluation, recommendation, building, testing and maintenance of medium to large computing services and writes specification documents for these systems.
* Responds to support tickets and resolves technical issues escalated through Help Desk Help Desk within specified time frames, uses troubleshooting tools and procedures to resolve issues, and maintains defined service levels.
* Provides leadership and guidance for resolution of moderate to complex operational issues.
* Complies with local, state, and government regulations such as SOX, NERC CIP, FERC, and TSA.
* Maintains disaster recovery plans and coordinates the planning and execution of disaster recovery drills.
* Leads creation and maintenance of technical documentation related to hardware/software in client computing environment as well as training materials for end users.
* Prepares communications and makes presentations on system enhancements and/or alternatives.
* Participates in the usage of Agile processes to gather requirements, develop solutions, and deliver products.
* Assists other teams and helps manage relationships with outside vendors.
* 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 Emphasis in information technology or related area Preferred
** Required Experience
*** 6 years of experience in PC support in a networked environment, including system hardware and software support
* Advanced administrative experience with Microsoft Windows operating systems and software, standard application packages, imaging software, profile migration techniques, client computing hardware, peripherals, and general PC troubleshooting and problem resolution
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*** Demonstrated advanced understanding of software application packaging and distribution tools, methods and techniques.
* Demonstrated working knowledge of network operating…