IT Analyst Jobs in Minnesota
IT Analyst jobs in Minnesota are open across Minneapolis, Baudette, and Bloomington and other Minnesota metros, with employers like Fairview Health Services, ANI Pharmaceuticals, and Artech hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
The Senior IT Analyst is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing automation solutions to optimize manufacturing processes. This role ensures seamless integration of automated systems, enhances operational efficiency, and supports cross-functional teams in leveraging automation technologies. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in manufacturing automation, strong problem-solving skills, and experience in regulatory compliance within a pharmaceutical environment.
Responsibilities
- Automation System Management: Oversee the operation, maintenance, and performance of manufacturing automation systems to ensure smooth business processes.
- Process Optimization: Identify and implement enhancements to improve automation functionality, streamline operations, and increase system efficiency.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with manufacturing, operations, IT, and quality teams to ensure seamless automation integration across departments.
- Product Lifecycle Management: Manage automation projects from discovery to launch and iteration, including road mapping and release planning.
- User Support & Training: Provide technical support and training to end-users, ensuring effective use of automation features and troubleshooting common issues.
- System Upgrades & Enhancements: Manage upgrades, patches, and modifications to automation systems, coordinating with IT teams and vendors.
- Data Integrity & Reporting: Ensure accuracy and consistency of data within automation systems, developing reports and dashboards to support decision-making.
- Compliance & Security: Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, data security policies, and company standards for automation system usage.
- Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with automation vendors, implementation partners, and internal stakeholders to resolve system issues and implement improvements.
- Incident Management & Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve technical and operational automation issues, minimizing downtime and optimizing reliability.
- Project Management: Lead automation-related projects, such as new module implementations, integrations with third-party applications, and process automation initiatives.
Skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing automation systems and network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
- Experience with network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and cybersecurity tools.
- Familiarity with operational technology (OT), industrial control systems (ICS), and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISA-99).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience in managing automation projects, implementations, and upgrades.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 12+ years of experience managing manufacturing automation systems in a pharmaceutical or manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience with automation system implementations and upgrades.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance and industry standards.
The base salary (hourly) range for this position is $110,000 - $130,000; the exact salary depends on various factors such as experience, skills, education, location, competencies and industry-specific knowledge. ANI Pharmaceuticals offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
Job Description
The Senior IT Analyst is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing automation solutions to optimize manufacturing processes. This role ensures seamless integration of automated systems, enhances operational efficiency, and supports cross-functional teams in leveraging automation technologies. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in manufacturing automation, strong problem-solving skills, and experience in regulatory compliance within a pharmaceutical environment.
Responsibilities
- Automation System Management: Oversee the operation, maintenance, and performance of manufacturing automation systems to ensure smooth business processes.
- Process Optimization: Identify and implement enhancements to improve automation functionality, streamline operations, and increase system efficiency.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with manufacturing, operations, IT, and quality teams to ensure seamless automation integration across departments.
- Product Lifecycle Management: Manage automation projects from discovery to launch and iteration, including road mapping and release planning.
- User Support & Training: Provide technical support and training to end-users, ensuring effective use of automation features and troubleshooting common issues.
- System Upgrades & Enhancements: Manage upgrades, patches, and modifications to automation systems, coordinating with IT teams and vendors.
- Data Integrity & Reporting: Ensure accuracy and consistency of data within automation systems, developing reports and dashboards to support decision-making.
- Compliance & Security: Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, data security policies, and company standards for automation system usage.
- Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with automation vendors, implementation partners, and internal stakeholders to resolve system issues and implement improvements.
- Incident Management & Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve technical and operational automation issues, minimizing downtime and optimizing reliability.
- Project Management: Lead automation-related projects, such as new module implementations, integrations with third-party applications, and process automation initiatives.
Skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing automation systems and network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
- Experience with network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and cybersecurity tools.
- Familiarity with operational technology (OT), industrial control systems (ICS), and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISA-99).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience in managing automation projects, implementations, and upgrades.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 12+ years of experience managing manufacturing automation systems in a pharmaceutical or manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience with automation system implementations and upgrades.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance and industry standards.
The base salary (hourly) range for this position is $110,000 - $130,000; the exact salary depends on various factors such as experience, skills, education, location, competencies and industry-specific knowledge. ANI Pharmaceuticals offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
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IT Analyst Job Market in Minnesota
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Who's Hiring
- Fairview Health Services10
- ANI Pharmaceuticals3
- Artech3
- Anaplan2
- Andersen Corporation1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services16
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Technology & Software4
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
- Insurance2
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in IT analyst jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
- Proficiency in SQL for querying and analyzing structured data
- Experience with business intelligence tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar
- Familiarity with ITIL frameworks or IT service management processes
- Ability to gather and document business requirements from non-technical stakeholders
- Knowledge of systems integration, data flows, or enterprise application environments
IT Analyst Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How many IT analyst jobs are there in Minnesota?
There are 30+ IT analyst openings in Minnesota on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Minneapolis, Baudette, and Bloomington. New positions post regularly as employers across Minnesota hire.
How much do IT analysts make in Minnesota?
IT analysts in Minnesota earn a median of about $106,350 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,700 for the lowest 10% to over $148,230 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Minnesota cities have the most IT analyst jobs?
Minneapolis, Baudette, and Bloomington have the most IT analyst openings in Minnesota right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire IT analysts in Minnesota?
Employers hiring IT analysts in Minnesota include Fairview Health Services, ANI Pharmaceuticals, and Artech, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote IT analyst jobs in Minnesota?
Yes. About 17% of IT analyst openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Minnesota metros.
How do I apply for IT analyst jobs in Minnesota?
You can apply to IT analyst jobs in Minnesota directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Minnesota location, then apply to each one that fits.
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