Enterprise Collaboration Administrator; Slack

Overview

About Us One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What You ll Do

As an Enterprise Collaboration Administrator, you ll be responsible for managing and optimizing our Slack environment. In this role, you will ensure seamless collaboration across the organization while employing AI-driven tools and automation to enhance productivity, security, and user experience. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise in Slack administration with a forward-thinking approach to automation and emerging AI technologies.

The day-to-day

• Slack Administration:
  Configure, maintain, and optimize Slack work spaces, channels, user permissions, and integrations.
• Monitor system health, identify and solve issues, and uphold conformity with organization policies.
• Lead app integrations, bots, and workflows to support business needs.

Automation & AI Enablement

• Develop and implement automated workflows using Slack’s Workflow Builder, APIs, and third-party tools.
• Explore and integrate AI-powered solutions (e.g., chatbots, summarization tools, sentiment analysis) to improve communication and efficiency.
• Collaborate with IT and business teams to identify opportunities for automation and AI-driven enhancements.

Security & Compliance

• Implement foundational security principles, including identity management, data retention, and audit logging.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.

User Support & Training

• Provide Tier 2 support for Slack-related issues.
• Develop documentation and deliver training sessions for end-users on Slack features and automation capabilities.
• Continuous Improvement
• Know the latest Slack updates, AI trends, and automation technologies.
• Recommend and implement improvements to optimize collaboration and productivity.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor s degree or higher in Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience.
• 3+ years of experience managing Slack in a corporate environment.
• Foundational knowledge of administering and securing cloud-based applications and services.
• Solid grasp of Slack APIs, Workflow Builder, and integration capabilities.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript) for automation.
• Knowledge of AI concepts and practical applications in collaboration tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills.

Helpful experience

• Experience with enterprise identity management (SSO, SCIM).
• Experience with scripting application automations using application APIs.
• Exposure to AI platforms (e.g., OpenAI, Microsoft Copilot, or similar).
• Background in IT service management and security standard methodologies.

$84,500.00 - $ / annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $- $/ annually

At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.

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