Job Summary:

FOCUS Broadband is establishing high-speed internet in rural areas of North Carolina, and we are seeking a motivated Systems Administrator to join our growing, innovative team. As a System Administrator, you will be responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of our computer systems and your primary responsibilities – our network management and servers. No day at FOCUS Broadband is ever the same. One day in our fast-paced environment could include installing, maintaining, and upgrading servers and networking equipment. The next may involve research, evaluating new technologies, or light programming such as batch programs or scripts. At FOCUS Broadband, we pride ourselves on our teamwork and our customer service support to internal and external customers.

• Knowledge of WebSphere Application Server, Active Directory, Exchanger Server, Office 365, VMWare, and Linux.
• Configuring, optimizing, fine-tuning, and monitoring operating system software and servers
• Developing, maintaining, and supporting technical infrastructure, hardware, and system software components
• Performing installation, maintenance, and support of system software/hardware and user support
• Knowledge of networking and routing technologies.
• Maintain reliable documentation of network and server configuration.
• Ensuring security and efficiency of IT infrastructure
• Perform day-to-day operational support to optimize efficiency with the server, storage, or network infrastructure.
• Monitor and restrict access to sensitive, confidential, or other high-security data.
• Performs all other duties assigned by the Director of Information Technology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field.
• Network+ and/or Security+ certification preferred or ability to attain within 12 months.
• Preferred experience in database, network administration, or systems administration experience.
• Working knowledge of OS/400, Windows Server, VMWare, Microsoft Azure, and Linux.
• Experience with multiple operating systems including Windows 2012 Server, Windows 2016 Server, Windows 2019 Server, Linux.

Who is FOCUS Broadband?

FOCUS Broadband is North Carolina’s largest communications cooperative. Formerly known as ATMC, our humble roots began in 1955 when residents banded together to bring phone services to Brunswick County for the first time. As technology has grown so has ATMC. While ATMC began with phone services it grew into Cable TV, Dial-up internet, DSL, DOCSIS. Now our team handles high-speed internet through fiber-optic lines, Merge TV, Wireless Security, and more. In January 2022, our corporate name changed to reflect who we are today as broadband becomes our core service offering.

FOCUS Broadband will continue to provide the same award-winning customer service offered by ATMC but will continue to deliver our next-generation 100% fiber-optic network to the rural areas of North Carolina. With planned expansions into Duplin, Columbus, Pender, and Robeson Counties. FOCUS Broadband is also overbuilding the Brunswick County network by moving from older technology to overlaying fiber-optic lines to bring faster and more reliable internet to our customers. FOCUS Broadband is proud of our history of service and our reputation for putting our customers first.

As employees at FOCUS Broadband, our team enjoys rewarding, challenging, and exciting careers. Though we number more than 300 employees, FOCUS Broadband maintains a small company feel by letting employees know they are appreciated, valued, and recognized. Our team enjoys competitive earnings as well as excellent benefits, including a 401k with a company match with an additional company contribution to the 401k, an on-site clinic, a lucrative wellness program, tuition reimbursement to help with career advancement, and much more. FOCUS Broadband is a “Local Company with Local Priorities.”

Are you ready to start an exciting career with FOCUS Broadband?

FOCUS Broadband Benefits:

• Competitive Salaries
• 401k w/ Company Match
• Additional 401k Company Contribution
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous PTO