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Get Access To All JobsDate: May 1, 2026
Location: PHOENIX, AZ, US, 85004-3903
Company: APS
Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.
Summary
Energy / IT Solutions Analyst II
The Energy / IT Solutions Analyst II helps keep APS’s non-nuclear power generation facilities reliable, secure, and ready for the future. By supporting and protecting the IT and operational technology systems that run generation operations, this role plays a direct part in delivering safe, dependable, and affordable energy to communities across Arizona. The work strengthens system resilience, reduces risk, and ensures critical infrastructure is available around the clock for the millions of customers who rely on APS every day.
What Your Day Would Be Like:
- Supporting IT and operational technology systems that enable safe, continuous power generation across non-nuclear facilities
- Partnering with plant teams, IT, cybersecurity, and compliance groups to resolve issues and strengthen system reliability
- Applying patches, upgrades, and security protections to reduce vulnerabilities across IT and OT environments
- Troubleshooting application, system, and network issues in time-sensitive, mission-critical situations
- Contributing to disaster recovery readiness and system resilience efforts
- Providing remote support and participating in a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule, with occasional travel to APS power plants
Who We’re Looking For:
- Experience supporting IT systems or applications in operational, industrial, or energy-related environments
- Knowledge of system reliability, application support, and foundational cybersecurity principles, including ICS environments
- Comfort working across both IT and OT infrastructure
- A calm, solutions-focused problem solver who performs well in high-impact, mission-critical situations
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical partners
- Exposure to tools such as ServiceNow and experience delivering status updates or reports to leadership
Minimum Requirements
Energy / IT Solutions Analyst II
- Bachelors' degree in Information Technology or related field
- PLUS two (2) years of prior relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
- Requires working technical knowledge gained through experience within a job area or system.
Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications:
- Experience with enterprise Windows SCCM patch management platform
- Operational knowledge of endpoint protection applications such as antivirus, system logging, and enterprise monitoring
- Proficiency in Microsoft Windows Server/Client operating systems (including Active Directory) and Linux system administration
- Familiarization with Microsoft SQL and Powershell applications
- Self-motivated and team spirited
- Operating knowledge of industrial control systems (ICS) cyber security
- Understanding of NERC CIP concepts and compliance with set standards
- Ability to work in varied settings from data centers and offices to industrial remote locations throughout the state of Arizona and New Mexico
Major Accountabilities
- Executes application and operating system patching across Microsoft and Linux environments using SCCM and other vendor-based tools.
- Utilize enterprise security and scanning tools to identify software and hardware vulnerabilities.
- Coordinates with cybersecurity, infrastructure teams, and application owners to assess, prioritize, and implement remediation plans for identified vulnerabilities.
- Supports production systems, analyzes, and resolves production problems in a timely manner; resolves end user service requests as assigned.
- Assist with data backup and document/perform annual disaster recovery testing evolutions.
- Independently reviews and verifies low risk changes and escalates as necessary.
- Migrates and deploys moderately complex solutions.
- Participates in on-call rotation to support operations and maintenance of the human to machine (HMI) systems during off hours.
- Suggests improvements that mitigate risks and create a more reliable and efficient electrical grid.
Export Compliance / EEO Statement
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.
CIP Requirement:
This position requires Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) access consistent with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards. The applicant considered for this role will be required to obtain and maintain CIP access for the duration of employment in this position. A full seven (7) year criminal history will be obtained through the pre-employment background check process (or, for current employees, through supplemental background check process) to fulfill the CIP access requirements. In addition, this position requires an additional background check every seven years to maintain access.
Home based: Home based employees primarily work from their home offices and come into an APS facility on an as-needed basis.
- Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
- Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
- Role types are subject to change based on business need.
Job Segment: Nuclear, Energy
Date: May 1, 2026
Location: PHOENIX, AZ, US, 85004-3903
Company: APS
Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.
Summary
Energy / IT Solutions Analyst II
The Energy / IT Solutions Analyst II helps keep APS’s non-nuclear power generation facilities reliable, secure, and ready for the future. By supporting and protecting the IT and operational technology systems that run generation operations, this role plays a direct part in delivering safe, dependable, and affordable energy to communities across Arizona. The work strengthens system resilience, reduces risk, and ensures critical infrastructure is available around the clock for the millions of customers who rely on APS every day.
What Your Day Would Be Like:
- Supporting IT and operational technology systems that enable safe, continuous power generation across non-nuclear facilities
- Partnering with plant teams, IT, cybersecurity, and compliance groups to resolve issues and strengthen system reliability
- Applying patches, upgrades, and security protections to reduce vulnerabilities across IT and OT environments
- Troubleshooting application, system, and network issues in time-sensitive, mission-critical situations
- Contributing to disaster recovery readiness and system resilience efforts
- Providing remote support and participating in a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule, with occasional travel to APS power plants
Who We’re Looking For:
- Experience supporting IT systems or applications in operational, industrial, or energy-related environments
- Knowledge of system reliability, application support, and foundational cybersecurity principles, including ICS environments
- Comfort working across both IT and OT infrastructure
- A calm, solutions-focused problem solver who performs well in high-impact, mission-critical situations
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical partners
- Exposure to tools such as ServiceNow and experience delivering status updates or reports to leadership
Minimum Requirements
Energy / IT Solutions Analyst II
- Bachelors' degree in Information Technology or related field
- PLUS two (2) years of prior relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
- Requires working technical knowledge gained through experience within a job area or system.
Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications:
- Experience with enterprise Windows SCCM patch management platform
- Operational knowledge of endpoint protection applications such as antivirus, system logging, and enterprise monitoring
- Proficiency in Microsoft Windows Server/Client operating systems (including Active Directory) and Linux system administration
- Familiarization with Microsoft SQL and Powershell applications
- Self-motivated and team spirited
- Operating knowledge of industrial control systems (ICS) cyber security
- Understanding of NERC CIP concepts and compliance with set standards
- Ability to work in varied settings from data centers and offices to industrial remote locations throughout the state of Arizona and New Mexico
Major Accountabilities
- Executes application and operating system patching across Microsoft and Linux environments using SCCM and other vendor-based tools.
- Utilize enterprise security and scanning tools to identify software and hardware vulnerabilities.
- Coordinates with cybersecurity, infrastructure teams, and application owners to assess, prioritize, and implement remediation plans for identified vulnerabilities.
- Supports production systems, analyzes, and resolves production problems in a timely manner; resolves end user service requests as assigned.
- Assist with data backup and document/perform annual disaster recovery testing evolutions.
- Independently reviews and verifies low risk changes and escalates as necessary.
- Migrates and deploys moderately complex solutions.
- Participates in on-call rotation to support operations and maintenance of the human to machine (HMI) systems during off hours.
- Suggests improvements that mitigate risks and create a more reliable and efficient electrical grid.
Export Compliance / EEO Statement
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.
CIP Requirement:
This position requires Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) access consistent with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards. The applicant considered for this role will be required to obtain and maintain CIP access for the duration of employment in this position. A full seven (7) year criminal history will be obtained through the pre-employment background check process (or, for current employees, through supplemental background check process) to fulfill the CIP access requirements. In addition, this position requires an additional background check every seven years to maintain access.
Home based: Home based employees primarily work from their home offices and come into an APS facility on an as-needed basis.
- Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
- Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
- Role types are subject to change based on business need.
Job Segment: Nuclear, Energy
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Energy
Verify your CIP code matches energy roles
Your STEM OPT extension depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code mapping to an approved STEM field. Check your I-20 against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying to petroleum, electrical, or environmental engineering roles.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Energy employers, including utilities and oil and gas contractors, must be enrolled in E-Verify to sponsor your STEM OPT extension. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name to confirm enrollment status before signing any offer letter.
Target employers with active LCA filings in energy
Use Migrate Mate to filter energy sector employers by verified Labor Condition Application filing history, so you're applying to companies that already sponsor STEM OPT students rather than educating employers about the process from scratch.
Build your I-983 training plan around project milestones
Energy roles often involve discrete project phases like grid assessments or site surveys. Structure your I-983 training plan around these milestones with specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, so your DSO can sign off without requesting revisions.
Watch cap-gap coverage during H-1B transition periods
If you're selected in the H-1B lottery while on STEM OPT, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. Coordinate your energy employer's I-129 filing timeline with USCIS to avoid any gap between your EAD expiration and H-1B start date.
Match your degree field to the SOC code on the LCA
DOL requires energy employers to file LCAs using the Standard Occupational Classification code that matches your actual role. Confirm the SOC code on your offer letter aligns with your engineering or science degree to avoid I-983 complications with your DSO.
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Which STEM degrees qualify for OPT extension in energy jobs?
Degrees in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, petroleum engineering, chemical engineering, environmental science, physics, and computer science all appear on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List and qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your specific Classification of Instructional Programs code on your I-20 determines eligibility, not your job title. Confirm your code against the DHS list before your DSO files the extension request.
Does my energy employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify for STEM OPT?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a mandatory requirement for any employer sponsoring a STEM OPT extension, including utilities, oil and gas companies, renewable energy developers, and engineering contractors. Your employer must be enrolled before your DSO can approve the I-983 training plan. You can verify enrollment status using the E-Verify employer search tool by entering the company's legal name or federal employer identification number.
What goes into an I-983 training plan for an energy role?
Your I-983 must detail how your day-to-day energy work directly relates to your STEM degree. Include specific technical objectives like power flow analysis, emissions modeling, or reservoir simulation, along with the supervision structure and how your employer will evaluate your progress. Generic job descriptions get rejected. Your DSO reviews and signs the plan, and your employer's authorized signatory must also sign before your extension is approved by USCIS.
How do cap-gap rules apply if I get an H-1B while working in energy?
If your H-1B petition is filed before your STEM OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. You can continue working in your energy role without interruption during this period. If your employer files with premium processing, USCIS typically adjudicates within 15 business days, which gives you earlier confirmation of your H-1B approval status.
Where can I find energy employers that already sponsor STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters energy sector job listings by employers with verified Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can focus on companies that have already navigated the STEM OPT sponsorship process. This is more reliable than guessing from general job boards, where many postings come from employers not enrolled in E-Verify or unfamiliar with the I-983 training plan requirement.
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