IT Data Administrator

Are you passionate about building and securing cutting-edge networks? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where innovation meets reliability? South Slope is looking for an IT Data Administrator to help design, install, and support robust network systems for both our company and our valued customers. At South Slope, we're not just keeping up with the broadband revolution-we're leading it. We combine cutting-edge technology with a collaborative, forward-thinking culture to deliver exceptional services to our customers and communities. Why You Should Join Us: Community-Driven Culture: We go above and beyond to support the communities we serve. High-Growth Environment: Be part of a rapidly expanding organization shaping the future of connectivity. What You'll Do: Analyze network traffic, usage, and capacity to forecast future needs. Design and implement network policies and procedures. Recommend and deploy new technologies and system upgrades. Configure and support advanced routing and switching (OSPF, BGP, EVPN, MPLS, Multicast). Support Access Networks, WiFi, IPTV, Fixed Wireless, and server infrastructure (Windows/Linux). Maintain and enhance network security, including firewalls and endpoint protection. Troubleshoot and support virtualization platforms and Active Directory environments. Participate in on-call rotations and after-hours maintenance. What You Bring: Solid knowledge of telecom equipment, digital switching, and ISP network design. Proficiency in Windows and Linux OS. Experience with network monitoring tools and security best practices. Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset. A passion for learning and staying ahead of tech trends. A detail-oriented, problem-solving approach with a creative edge. Education & Experience: Degree in a computer-related field or equivalent experience. CCNA certification (or willingness to obtain within 6 months). 5+ years of experience preferred. Experience with digital telephone switching translations is a plus. Strong background in IT engineering preferred. Active Directory (AD) experience preferred Additional Requirements: Valid driver's license. Authorization to work in the U.S. Successful completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen. Job Type: Full-time Work Schedule and Environment: Standard hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM On-call requirement Travel: This position requires travel. Physical Demand/Essential Job Functions Standing for prolonged periods of time. Sitting for prolonged periods of time. Lifting/Pushing/Pulling (Occasionally) Stooping and Squatting (Occasionally) Lifting, up to 50 lbs. (Occasionally) Bending (Occasionally) Kneeling (Occasionally) Driving (Occasionally) Other Other duties may be assigned based on business needs or at the discretion of the Designated Supervisor. Qualified candidates must complete a South Slope application. Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable Accommodations can be made if and when requested under ADA. Medical documentation will be requested from the employee to understand the employee's need for accommodation and/or the employee's medical restrictions. If there is an accommodation requested, all medical information should be certified by the employee's treating medical provider. Affirmative Action Plan (AAP/EEO Statement) South Slope provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. About South Slope Cooperative South Slope Cooperative Communications provides ridiculously reliable internet, phone and television service to homes and businesses. We are committed to providing an exceptional customer experience and giving back to the communities we serve. South Slope offers an impressive benefits package, including Competitive salary Company-funded pension plan Health, dental, short- and long-term disability PTO, paid holidays and paid birthday leave Monthly internet allowance #J-18808-Ljbffr