Programmer Analyst I
$67,000 - $84,000 | Hybrid | Annapolis, MD

ALLETE is looking for an enthusiastic IT Analyst I to join New Energy Equity's growing team! You would be joining a team of highly skilled technology professionals at ALLETE that provides Cyber Technology Services to our family of businesses. Specifically, you would be assigned to New Energy Equity to assist them in their use of information technology needs across a wide variety disciplines. Are you a motivated self-starter with a passion for all aspects of IT? Do you enjoy digging into the details of how technology can help business? Do you enjoy finding better ways to do things? Then this job may be for you!

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT related area such as Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems or another related field of study.
  • Candidates graduating by June 30, 2026 will be considered.
• No experience required
• Infrequent work travel may be required
• This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match, and/or aptitude.

What you'll do

• Work to harden cyber security and improve security posture
• Administration of corporate devices and network equipment
• Administration of our cloud SAAS toolset
• Partner with internal Subject Matter Experts in the setup of cloud SAAS to meet business objectives
• Management of IT SOX controls and assist with financial SOX control
• Develop, execute, train, maintain, and audit general IT controls and policy
• Manage relationships with third party vendors
• Internal trouble shooting of cyber issues while providing internal Tier 2 IT support
• Work as a liaison between New Energy Equity and ALLETE to promote synergies and knowledge transfer between the two entities
• Manage technology contracts/licensing

Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland, New Energy Equity develops and finances solar power generation assets, providing clean electricity to commercial, industrial, municipal, and utility customers under long-term contracts. New Energy Equity has successfully developed over 310MW of solar projects and closed more than $600M in clean energy investments. The company was ranked as the 7th Top Solar Developer and the 8th Top Solar Contractor on Solar Power World’s “2021 Top Solar Contractors” list and was voted as one of the fastest-growing energy companies in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia by Inc. Magazine.

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. Additionally, this position qualifies for a comprehensive benefits package, including an Incentive Program, Retirement Benefits, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, 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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