SAP S/4 HANA Basis/RISE Administrator
Columbus, NE, US, 68602-0499Norfolk, NE, US, 68701-7227Plattsmouth, NE, US, 68048-2062York, NE, US, 68467-0608
SAP S/4 HANA Basis/RISE Administrator to fill the role of Technical, Systems, or Senior Systems Analyst
Salary Range
Technical Analyst - $6,477.00 - $8,096.00
Systems Analyst - $8,218.00 - $10,478.00
Senior Systems Analyst - $9,430.00 - $12,023.00
Location - State of Nebraska: Columbus, York, Norfolk, or Plattsmouth
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting Date: 6/19/2026
Closing Date: 7/5/2026
? Nebraska Public Power District is hiring ! Join our team as a SAP S/4 HANA Basis/RISE Administrator and become an important part of our NPPD story.? We are proud of our history, powering every corner of Nebraska, every day, for half a century.? We recognize that it takes a diverse group of individuals to move forward in the rapidly changing energy industry, and now is the time to power our own transformation.? Come with us on our journey, walking alongside teammates and our customers, leading the way in providing safe, reliable, sustainable energy for all Nebraskans, all while protecting our environment, powering our lives, and realizing our dreams. That's NPPD...the Power of People.
Get to know us more here (https://www.nppd.com/about-us/our-values) .
Position Summary
The SAP S/4HANA Basis/RISE Administrator is responsible for the technical administration and operational support of NPPD's SAP environment as the organization transitions to SAP RISE. This role focuses on system stability, performance, and structured change management across a hybrid SAP landscape.
The administrator coordinates system maintenance and outage communications, supports monitoring and transport management, manages certificate lifecycle activities, and collaborates closely with internal SAP teams and an external technical consultant to ensure reliable and secure platform operations.
Key Responsibilities
Perform SAP S/4HANA Basis administration across a hybrid landscape, including monitoring, transports, upgrades, and patch management within SAP RISE
Coordinate system maintenance activities, including patching and planned outages, and communicate impacts to stakeholders
Maintain SAP security certificates and manage certificate lifecycle activities
Support SAP Cloud Connector and SAP Cloud ALM for monitoring, alerting, and transport oversight
Administer and support Linux-based SAP systems and printing services (including CUPS)
Document system configurations and operational procedures; communicate technical issues and resolutions clearly to cross-functional teams
Education, Training and Experience
Technical Analyst: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (OR) Associate degree and a minimum of three (3) years technical IT experience, including specific experience as listed below (OR) High school diploma/GED and a minimum of five (5) years technical IT experience, including specific experience as listed below.
Systems Analyst: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and a minimum of four (4) years technical IT experience as listed below (OR) Associate degree and a minimum of six (6) years technical IT experience including specific experience as listed below (OR) a high school diploma/GED and a minimum of eight (8) years technical IT experience including specific experience as listed below.
Senior Systems Analyst: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and a minimum of eight (8) years technical IT experience as listed below (OR) Associate degree and a minimum of ten (10) years technical IT experience including specific experience as listed below (OR) a high school diploma/GED and a minimum of twelve (12) years technical IT experience including specific experience as listed below.
Experience
Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others on multiple activities with flexibility to manage competing demands and changing priorities
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Excellent analytical problem-solving skills
Must be customer-service oriented and adaptable to ongoing change
Knowledge of utility operations (preferred)
Ideal Technical Skills
Demonstrated experience in SAP S/4HANA Basis administration within complex or multi-system landscapes
Experience supporting SAP environments on RISE with SAP or other cloud-hosted SAP platforms
Familiarity with SAP Cloud Connector and SAP Cloud ALM for monitoring and transport oversight
Experience administering SAP systems on Linux operating systems
Understanding of SAP certificate management and system security best practices
SAP certifications in S/4HANA or SAP Basis
Licenses and/or Certifications
Security Clearance: Incumbent may be required to satisfy any existing and future District security clearance or background check requirements for access to key NPPD locations and/or supporting sensitive business applications.
Obtain and maintain intermediate to advanced technical certification aligned with key business system platform(s) used at the District (e.g. SAP, Microsoft Certifications, and Security related best practices) as applicable.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Technical Analyst:
Analyze, design, develop, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and provide direction and support for complex systems, applications and databases in support of the District's computing environment. Provide technical architecture recommendations and apply best practices in system design, development, and testing. Collaborate with/advise/coach other ET/Corporate Security and business unit analysts to ensure understanding of business and technical work processes, tools, and best practices.
Evaluate, create, document, and test complex system-related interfaces and integration.
Maintains efficient and effective management of vendor contract service relationships pertaining to technical services.
Provide 24/7 system support, as needed.
Systems Analyst:
In addition to being proficient in all duties of the Technical Analyst, the Systems Analyst will also be responsible for the following duties:
Lead special task groups, trouble-shooting efforts, and integration and/or improvement project teams.
Lead the development and implementation of training and communications plans/materials.
Lead the development and implementation of training and communications plans/materials.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (Continued)
Senior Systems Analyst:
In addition to being proficient in all duties of the Technical and Systems Analyst, the Senior Systems Analyst will also be responsible for the following duties:
Proven understanding of key NPPD business unit activities and successful application of ET/Corporate Security technical solution design, development, and responsive customer support and service.
Work closely with ET/Corporate Security management to oversee and lead resolution of complex technical challenges and new business system initiatives.
Accountable for other duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
Customer Focus
Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
Integrity/Excellence
Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
Safety
Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.
Technical Analyst - Pay Grade - 12 Monthly
Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $6,477.00 - $8,096.00
Systems Analyst - Pay Grade - 14 Monthly
Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $8,218.00 - $10,478.00
Senior Systems Analyst - Pay Grade - 15 Monthly
Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $9,430.00 - $12,023.00
Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.
Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.
Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits
Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD - quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.
Salary
Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.
Retirement Savings
NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options - a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee's hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.
Health & Wellness
At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.
Other Benefits
Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.
