VP OF BROADBAND AND IT

About the role

Manages the business functions of the broadband subsidiary. Manages Gibson Electric's and Gibson Connect's technical service (IT) activities, including cybersecurity and AI utilization. Manages Gibson's fiber optic network, including middle-mile.

Responsibilities

• Manage the business functions of the broadband subsidiary
• Oversee Gibson Electric's and Gibson Connect's technical service (IT) activities
• Lead cybersecurity efforts
• Manage Gibson's fiber optic network, including middle-mile
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to internet, voice, and video services

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering or closely related field
• Valid Class D Tennessee Driver's License
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in information technology and/or fiber/telecommunications
• Five years of supervisory/management experience
• Knowledge of complex telecommunication network systems operations
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state regulations related to internet, voice and video services
• Three years of experience leading cybersecurity efforts

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications or courses related to information technology and fiber/telecommunications
• Five or more years of experience managing the operation of a division of telecommunications in an electric cooperative
• Experience managing technical services in the electrical distribution field, preferably with a cooperative
• Supervisory experience at an electric distribution cooperative

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Defined benefit plan
• 401(k) match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays