Senior IT Administrator

Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior IT Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background and have a deep understanding of modern IT systems and technologies. As a Senior IT Administrator, you will have a critical role in managing and overseeing the technological infrastructure within our CGI and AI-driven production environment.

 

Role & Responsibilities

• Systems Management: Oversee and manage the company's IT systems, ensuring optimal performance and security. This includes workstations, servers, network equipment, and software applications.
• Support and Maintenance: Provide high-level technical support for all hardware and software issues. This includes troubleshooting, system repairs, and regular preventative maintenance.
• Project Management: Lead IT projects, including system upgrades, migrations, and new installations. Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Security Management: Develop and implement IT security policies and procedures to protect the company's data and IT systems. Regularly conduct security audits and implement corrective measures as necessary.
• Vendor Management: Liaise with external vendors and service providers to ensure the procurement of high-quality IT equipment and services.
• Policy Development: Develop and implement IT policies and best practices for the organisation.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and guide junior IT personnel, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Disaster Recovery Planning: Create and manage disaster recovery plans and backups to ensure data safety and business continuity.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in IT administration, ideally with a focus on CGI and AI-driven production environments.
• Strong understanding of computer systems, networks, security, telecommunications, databases, and data storage systems.
• Experience with CGI & AI hardware and software platforms, cloud services, and technologies.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good “user management” skills and a true passion in being a teamplayer.

 

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About Media.Monks

Media.Monks is the purely digital, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc that connects 7,600+ digital natives across one global team. We are united by a mission to shift industries forward and pave the path towards ambitious outcomes so our clients and our people can realize their full potential for growth. Joining Media.Monks means becoming part of a highly ambitious collective of some of the most gifted, focused, joyful talent from all over the world, with the goal to change the industry for good.

Our unified model combines solutions in media, data, social, platforms, studio, experience, brand and technology services to help our clients continuously reinvent themselves throughout increasingly rapid cycles of disruption. Our efforts to shape culture, build innovative technologies and unlock the future of growth have earned recognition from numerous esteemed panels: we maintain a constant presence on Adweek’s Fastest Growing lists (2019-23), regular recognition at Cannes Lions, and continual inclusion in AdExchanger’s Programmatic Power Players (2020-24). In addition, we’ve received the honor of being Adweek’s first AI Agency of the year (2023), the title of Webby Production Company of the Year (2021-24), a record number of FWAs, and have earned a spot on Newsweek’s Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces 2023. Together, these achievements solidify our experience in digital innovation, excellence in craft, and commitment to personal growth.

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. Including fresh voices and unique points of view in all aspects of our business not only creates an environment where we can all grow and thrive but also increases our potential to produce work that better represents—and resonates with—the world around us. 

While we continue to grow our teams, please be mindful of fraudulent job postings and recruiting activities that may use our company name and information. Please be mindful to protect your personal information, especially your national identification number, and bank account information during a recruiting process. While Media.Monks may reach out to potential candidates via LinkedIn, we will always ask applicants to apply through our website (