Manager, IT

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We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
This role is responsible for leading Media and Information Technology Systems resources and staff, including:

• Manages a team of technical engineers, guides and empowers them to plan, compose, implement, and follow-through to ensure its integration with the station’s strategic plans.
• Acts as a trusted advisor, builds and maintains relationships with station department leaders and executives to develop a clear understanding of business needs. Ensures efficient delivery of IT services to meet those needs, and is able to respond with the agility required to address our 24x7 operation and changing business priorities.
• Maintains consistent currency on new technologies and platforms including service automation, machine learning or AI for operational efficiencies, edge computing, and provides direction on what emerging technologies align with the current and future business strategy.
• Developing excellent support and training for all employees.
• Project management including purchasing, design, documentation and implementation.
• Installation of new equipment.
• Operation and maintenance of the local area network, Wi-Fi, servers, workstations as well as other network devices including broadcasting equipment.
• Data infrastructure trouble-shooting and monitoring.
• Regulatory compliance and documentation.
• Compliance with company security policies, SOX and best practices.
• Desktop computer management, deployment, patching and monitoring.
• Maintaining a hardware inventory of all IT equipment.
• Plant network cabling buildout and documentation.
• Maintaining Active Directory and Open Directory accounts.
• Application support and administration for iNews, Grass Valley Stratus/Edius, Telestream Vantage and other production systems.
• Managing telecom systems including VOIP, data circuits, telephones, cellular phones and mobile device management and end user support.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum five years’ experience working in Information Technology Systems in a Supervisory role.
• Telecom knowledge including VOIP, Cellular, and data transmissions.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Degree in computer science related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Media transcoding, transports and storage.
• Project management experience including design, purchasing, staffing and implementation.

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.  

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting’s television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $112,000.00 - 125,000.00. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.  

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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