AISN Careers
Careers at AIS Network
Be a Part of a Growing, Customer-Oriented Company
At AIS Network, we love talent, creative thinking, positive energy and a go-getting attitude. Do you have what it takes?
Is AISN the career for you?
AISN is a hosting pioneer and a leading specialist in managed hosting, applications hosting, cloud computing and disaster recovery/business continuity. But, we’re much more than servers and computing power. It takes a dedicated, talented team to keep AISN growing.
If you get jazzed about exciting new technologies, collaboration with highly creative teammates and making clients “even happier,” then AISN is the place for you.
If you thrive on achievement and perform your best work in a culture that respects you and values your contribution to the team, then AISN is the place for you.
If you want to have fun while you channel your talents and energy into meaningful success for the company and yourself, then AISN is the place for you.
Use your power for good! Join the AISN team.
AISN offers rewarding positions that will challenge your abilities and help you advance your career as you contribute directly to AISN’s growth.
We’re seeking professionals with knowledge, skill, enthusiasm and the drive to succeed. In turn, we will provide you with an excellent opportunity to work alongside dedicated professionals and enhance your skills in a high-growth industry segment.
We offer a respectful work environment that encourages creativity, individual initiative, professional growth, team collaboration and entrepreneurial spirit.
AISN is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.
Apply now!
To join our expanding team, please review the openings below and email a résumé and cover letter to careers@aisn.net. In the “Subject” line, please include the position for which you are applying.
Current Openings
| Position | Location |
|---|---|
| Channel Sales Representative | Washington, DC or Inverness, IL |
| Marketing/ Sales Intern | Inverness, IL |
| Marketing/ Communications Intern | Alexandria, VA |
The AIS Network Channel Sales Representative (CSR) will build managed hosting services sales by developing the AISN reseller/ referral channel. The CSR will recruit, onboard, grow, and develop partner relationships through outbound activities that target Microsoft solution partners. The CSR is responsible for driving business opportunities through channel partners with AISN service offerings. The CSR will manage all aspects of scoping, creating, developing, monthly revenue achievement and day-to-day management of new and existing partnerships.
Candidate must work under a quota and be able to effectively maintain/ expand business relationships. The CSR will facilitate new business by managing the entire sales process, including identifying, qualifying and closing new opportunities generated through partners or inbound leads.
Position Location
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Company HQ in Inverness, IL or Washington, DC metro area
Position Duration/ Hours
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Full-time employment
Compensation
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Salary plus commission
Benefits
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Competitive benefits package.
Responsibilities
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Build partner relationships that will lead to new business referrals
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Understand partners’ decision-making, business planning and budget processes
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Serve as liaison to channel partners with regard to any sales-related issues
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Maintain regular contact with partners to ensure satisfaction
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Educate partners about new or improved products/services
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Maintain sales records and prepare routine sales reports
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Operate proactively with minimal supervision
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Leverage support team to develop solution proposals and close sales
Requirements
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Strong “hunting” skills are a must – specifically, cold calling and prospecting to build and maintain a high-quality and sustainable pipeline.
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2-3 years of channel sales or business development experience.
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Sales experience in a technology-related industry preferred.
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Basic knowledge of the managed hosting industry preferred.
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Able to work to a monthly target.
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Strong interpersonal and writing skills with the ability to communicate effectively through phone chat, email and face-to-face.
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Previous established business relationships in a defined region, a strong plus.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Experience with SharePoint and Dynamics CRM preferred.
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Experience with Sage ACT and/or contact software (Constant Contact, MailerMailer, AWeber, etc.) preferred.
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business or sales management.
This is a tremendous growth opportunity with a high earning potential. We are very focused on our business strategy and well-positioned to be a national player in cloud services. We are looking for a self-starter who has the desire to become rich or highly successful, or both! If you think you have what it takes to become successful in the next Internet growth opportunity, send us an email explaining why you are great at what you do and how you set yourself apart from the rest. We will train those who have what it takes.
Marketing/ Sales Intern
The marketing/ sales intern will support and expand the activities of the business development manager and VP of sales and marketing for a managed IT
services/hosting company with headquarters in the Chicago metro area and a new presence in the Washington, DC market. The company has recently added
senior-level marketing/sales professionals to its management team, which is leading an exciting transformation in the way AISN takes its products and
services to market.
Candidates for an AISN internship should be currently enrolled as a student in a college or university and have completed at least 36 college/university credits with at least a 3.0/4.0 GPA. Preferred undergraduate majors include marketing, sales, business or a related field.
Students currently enrolled in a master or doctorate program (in a related study) are highly encouraged to apply and will be assigned projects with an appropriate level of difficulty/technicality.
Success in the internship is defined as exceeding, not merely meeting requirements.
Reports to
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Business Development Manager in Chicago area on a day-to-day basis
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VP Sales and Marketing on a virtual basis
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CEO in DC on a virtual basis
Position Location
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Company HQ in Inverness, IL
Position Duration/ Hours
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8-week or 12-week internships, available year-round
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20-30-40 hours per week (part-time or full-time, flexible work environment)
Compensation
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Unpaid
Benefits
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Interns may list AIS Network as job experience and/or as a reference on their résumé, following a successfully completed internship.
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Working for AISN is an opportunity to get varied experience and develop skills/talents as part of a growing business in the IT industry.
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Reporting to senior-level executives enriches the learning process.
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Interns who are succeeding in their work may have the opportunity to “job shadow” at networking events and/or external meetings with
clients/prospects clients/vendors as those opportunities arise.
Responsibilities
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Conduct various analytical projects to assist department professionals.
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Assist in the creation of white papers, case studies, Web site content and social media content as needed.
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Assist with proposal creation.
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Assist in the creation of our channel marketing program.
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Survey all company collateral to ensure it has the appropriate look and feel and is consistent with our branding and style guidelines.
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Assist in the creation of call lists for our outbound call function.
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Research functionality of our email marketing platform and assist in the implementation and maximization of its capabilities.
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Assist/create email newsletter.
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Other administrative and marketing/sales duties as necessary.
Requirements
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A high degree of organization and self-motivation.
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Strong written and oral communications skills.
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Detail-oriented and capable of multi-tasking.
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Works and thinks independently with minimal oversight.
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Positive attitude with a desire to contribute and learn.
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Exchange, PowerPoint, Excel and Word). Experience with Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft
Publisher and Adobe Acrobat, a plus.
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Experience with Sage ACT and/or contact software (Constant Contact, MailerMailer, AWeber, etc.) very desirable but not required, if you can
pick it up quickly.
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Ability to learn new technologies rapidly.
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Familiarity with the IT industry preferred.
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Experience with social media preferred.
Marketing/ Communications Intern
The marcom intern will support and expand the activities of the VP of marketing/communications for a managed IT services/hosting company with
headquarters in the Chicago metro area and a new presence in the Washington, DC market. The company has recently added senior-level marketing/sales
professionals to its management team, which is leading an exciting transformation in the way AISN takes its products and services to market.
Candidates for an AISN internship should be currently enrolled as a student in a college or university and have completed at least 36 college/university credits with at least a 3.0/4.0 GPA. Preferred undergraduate majors include marketing, advertising, public relations, journalism, business or a related field.
Students currently enrolled in a master or doctorate program (in a related study) are highly encouraged to apply and will be assigned projects with an appropriate level of difficulty/technicality.
Success in the internship is defined as exceeding, not merely meeting requirements.
Reports to
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VP of Marketing/Communications on a day-to-day basis
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VP of Strategic Development on a virtual basis
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CEO on a virtual basis
Position Location
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Alexandria, VA
Position Duration/ Hours
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8-week or 12-week internships, available year-round
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20-30-40 hours per week (part-time or full-time, flexible work environment)
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Opportunity to work independently at home or virtually for a portion of the internship
Compensation
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Unpaid
Benefits
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Interns may list AIS Network as job experience and/or as a reference on their résumé, following a successfully completed internship.
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Working for AISN is an opportunity to get varied experience and develop skills/talents as part of a growing business in the IT industry.
-
Reporting to senior-level executives enriches the learning process.
-
Interns who are succeeding in their work may have the opportunity to “job shadow” at networking events and/or external meetings with
clients/prospects clients/vendors as those opportunities arise.
Responsibilities
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Conduct various analytical projects to assist the vice presidents.
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Assist in the creation of white papers, case studies, byline articles, Web site content, social media content and other collateral as needed.
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Assist with template creation.
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Lead a communications audit by surveying all company collateral to ensure it has the appropriate look and feel and is consistent with our branding
and style guidelines. Make recommendations.
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Develop a speaking opportunities calendar.
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Contribute to ongoing SEO efforts.
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Conduct media outreach.
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Contribute to the company’s social media strategy and assist in the execution of its social media outreach program.
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Other administrative and marcom duties as necessary.
Requirements
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A high degree of organization and self-motivation.
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Strong written and oral communications skills.
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Detail-oriented and capable of multi-tasking.
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Works and thinks independently with minimal oversight.
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Positive attitude with a desire to contribute and learn.
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Exchange, PowerPoint, Excel and Word). Experience with Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft
Publisher and Adobe Acrobat, a plus.
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Ability to learn new technologies rapidly.
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Familiarity with the IT industry preferred.
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Experience with social media preferred.
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Familiarity with media relations, a plus.