Welcome to the team! Meet Jacob who is our new Telecom Engineer on the Outside Plant team. He brings 14 years of experience in telecommunications and has previously worked in our Network Operations Center. #WorkatICN

Iowa's rural testbed of the Platforms for Advanced Wireless Research (PAWR) Office has increased its coverage area. This initiative comprises several groups, including Iowa State University and ICN. Read more in RCR Wireless News article: rcrwireless.com/20240826/test-…

Each year, the Iowa Department of Education grants Career Academy Incentive Funding to foster partnerships between school districts & community colleges, with the goal of enhancing access to career academy programs. Discover more on their website: educate.iowa.gov/higher-ed/cte/…

If you haven't looked into E-rate yet, now is a great time to see what the ICN can offer your school or library. Check out our helpful blog to find out which services you can get. #iaedchat Iowa Department of Education icn.iowa.gov/news/2024-09-1…

We're working with @IowaHSEMD and Zetron, Inc. to bring NextGen 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) technology to Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) throughout Iowa. This new system enhances communication and data handling for faster response rates. Read more: zetron.com/ng911-software/

We are seeking a Telecom Facilities Director to oversee our facilities teams. Duties include: ☑️ Oversee Repairs & Relocates ☑️ Positive Vendor/Customer Relationships ☑️ Coordination during outages ☑️ Strategize policy and more. #workatICN icn.iowa.gov/about/careers?…

Have you met your dedicated Account Consultant yet? If you're in Northeast Iowa, you'll be collaborating with Joe Tjaden. He is committed to building strong connections and ensuring your organization gets the best support possible. Get connected: stateofiowa.seamlessdocs.com/f/ICN_sales?ut…

We successfully moved one of our sites to a nearby school, transferring power, backup systems, and a communications hut. A big thank you to everyone for their hard work and collaboration in making this happen! Read more about it in our article: icn.iowa.gov/news/2024-07-1…

As October approaches, it's time to gear up for an important conversation about cybersecurity—it's Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Get ready to explore key tips and strategies for online safety. Follow us to make sure you don't miss any posts and stay informed on tech in Iowa.

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Mark has served the State of Iowa in a variety of roles over the years as a Legislative Liaison, Attorney, Interim Director, Chief Administrative Officer, and more. He plans to spend more time with his family and hit the golf course. Congrats, Mark - enjoy your retirement!

Join our team as a Telecommunications Facilities Director. This position is responsible for managing ICN facilities, the Technical Assistance Center (TAC-Cabling), and the Outside Plant departments. Find out more on our website: icn.iowa.gov/about/careers

We're #hiring a Telecom Facilities Director to oversee ICN facilities, Technical Assistance Center (TAC-Cabling), and Outside Plant departments. #workatICN This is the last day to apply - get your applications in soon! icn.iowa.gov/about/careers?…

We attended Technology Association of Iowa's Tech Brew event, where Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate Paul Pate addressed the vital issue of election integrity. He talked about the importance of new technologies, enhanced cybersecurity, & teamwork to safeguard Iowans' votes and ensure that election night is secure.

Thank you for hosting our Director, Ryan, and providing us the opportunity to engage with our #futureleaders. It’s truly wonderful when leaders like him can share their wisdom with students, motivating them to aim high, dream big, and always seek out amazing opportunities.

As 2024 wraps up, we're excited to share our Annual Report. A big thank you to everyone we've collaborated with; it’s been an amazing year. Check out our online report for this year's highlights! icn.iowa.gov/news/2024-11-1…

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Thank you Technology Association of Iowa for featuring our Executive Director Ryan Mulhall at this morning's Tech Brew event! He shared valuable insights and how our network is committed to supporting Iowans. Our team enjoyed cheering him on and connecting with fellow IT professionals!

Welcome back to the Iowa Legislators as they kick off the 91st new session!

Oh, for Punxsutawney’s sake! 🙄 Hey Iowa DNR, come get your guest of honor. He’s treating our statewide network like a buffet. 🍝🚫 We've got it handled and our techs are on site for an emergency splice. But, come on, every year! #GroundhogDay #IowaBroadband #FiberOptics