Manager III, IT System - Topeka, United States - Nexstar Broadcasting

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    The

    IT Systems Manager


    will provide and perform all information technology support for the station, and to assist with installation and setup of other digital broadcast systems.

    This individual is responsible for administering the IT policies and procedures of the company, maintaining servers, printers, VPN, wireless access points, domain controllers and PC workstations.

    Manage user accounts through Active Directory
    Manage and assist users with E-mail and desktop support
    Install, manage and maintain servers and workstations with various Windows and Linux OS
    Administer antivirus and similar support systems
    Serve Engineering, News, Production, Promotion, and Sales Departments by providing quality support services
    Work closely with Engineering to implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the station
    Manage and maintain News production server system, News content storage and playout system, graphics and editing systems
    Perform other duties as assigned

    Requirements & Skills:
    High School Diploma
    8+ years of experience in System/Network Administration
    Strong Information Technology background and networking skills required
    Microsoft and Cisco certifications are a plus
    Experience with remote desktop applications and VPN required
    Knowledge and experience with Adobe editing systems required
    Experience in broadcast television or a related field preferred
    Experience with AV switching, video encoding/decoding and file transcoding a plus
    Fluency in English; strong communication skills, both verbal and written
    Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
    Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
    Ability to work extended hours, as needed
    About Us

    Nexstar Media Group, Inc

    (NASDAQ:

    NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year.

    Nexstar owns America's largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S.

    markets reaching 212 million people.

    Nexstar's national television properties include The CW, America's fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America's fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network.

    The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property.

    In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering.

    For more information, please visit

    EEO Statement:

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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