Sr IT Application Specialist

NISC is an information technology organization that develops, implements and supports software and hardware solutions for our Members. We deliver advanced solutions, services and support to over 960 independent broadband companies, electric cooperatives and other public power entities. NISC is an industry leader, providing information technology solutions including financials, service, operations and marketing as well as many other supporting platforms and business services. With facilities in Mandan, North Dakota, Lake Saint Louis, Missouri, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Blacksburg, Virginia, NISC and its subsidiary employ nearly 1,400 professionals between the four locations and remotely throughout the United States. NISC has been ranked in ComputerWorld's Best Places to Work for twenty-two years, and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our Team.

Summary:

We're looking for a technically skilled and self-driven professional to join our team in a full-time capacity. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of key enterprise applications—such as Okta, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Threatlocker, MDM platforms, the Atlassian suite, and RingCentral—and grow into a subject matter expert in one or more of these areas. A foundational ability to interpret code and API calls is important, as automation plays a significant role in our environment.

A strong security mindset is essential, as this role involves managing systems and workflows that are critical to the organization's security posture. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who thrives in complex technical environments, demonstrates strong troubleshooting skills, and is comfortable working independently while collaborating across teams.

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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Preferred:

Education Preferred:

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, Systems & Network Administration, Computer Engineering, any other business-related field or equivalent experience.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to see and communicate. Employees are regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move, and operate computer keyboards or office equipment.

Disclaimer:

Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time.

Key Words:

SaaS Management | Identity Management | Okta | Automation | User Lifecycle Management | Security | Cybersecurity | REST APIs | Scripting | Office365 | Powershell | Bash | Javascript | Asset Management | Exchange | IDP | SAML/OIDC | Project Management | Privileged Management | Active Directory | SIP/VOIP/Contact Center | Atlassian | SAML |Exchange