Systems and Network Supervisor
Description
PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/computer-consultant-supervisor/1209/13915921
USC’s School of Cinematic Arts is seeking a Systems and Network
Supervisor to join its team. USC's
School of Cinematic Arts is considered one of the premier film schools in the
country and works on the cutting edge of technology in media production and post-production.
The Systems and Network Supervisor oversees staff who provide
computer hardware, software and network support to faculty, students, and
staff. The Systems and Network Supervisor
also installs, maintains and manages the school's internal, high-speed,
“creative” network and related servers in this ever-changing environment of
post-production, animation, and media creation. This position supports other
technical personnel in the school with complex network and systems needs. This
position also supports ongoing network research, special projects, and
maintains classroom computers used by various divisions in the school.
Proven ability as senior systems administrator,
track record as project lead and supervisor of a systems team is required for
this position.
Responsibilities:
- Manages computer network and support
activities covering consulting, planning, and end user training.
- Directly supervises all
assigned subordinate staff. Recruits, screens, hires, and trains staff, as
needed.
- Manages budget and
reconciles account as assigned. Purchases necessary equipment and
materials.
- Provides top-tier technical
support on servers, networking, and computing resources school-wide.
Resolves most complex technical support issues. Responsible for high-level
systems installation and integration in all SCA environments.
- Manages software inventory and
database for Creative Computing. Maintains licenses for software products
used in SCA. May also manage hardware inventory.
- Installs, maintains, and manages servers
used on internal “creative” network of school. Creates and manages user
logins on servers as needed. Works with various divisions, assessing user
needs, providing appropriate resources on network. Works with USC central
IT Services, as needed.
- Manages network storage associated with
servers for school.
- Responsible for imaging of school’s
classroom and lab computers. Annually updates systems. Instructs faculty
and staff in their use. Troubleshoots and supports systems as needed. Installs,
tests, and maintains computer hardware and software.
- Oversees and maintains network security,
including related firewall systems.
- Provides expertise on use of high-end
server and networking technology in media production and post-production.
Job Specific information
Minimum
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s
Degree or equivalent experience.
Specialized/technical
training with 2 years experience in computer and networking support. Working
knowledge of software applications and of network software and hardware, especially
those specific or unique to media content creation and distribution.
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Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's
Degree in math or computer science plus 10 years directly related work
experience. Thorough knowledge of network software and hardware. Proven track
record and experience in project management and team supervision.
Significant
experience in server and workstation systems, including Windows, OS X, and
Linux. Additional experience with directory services: LDAP, Active Directory,
Open Directory, VM Ware.
Significant experience in media production/post
production/animation/visual effects/interactive media is highly desirable.
The University of Southern California (USC), founded in
1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private
employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a
part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan
Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the
university what it is.
The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to
equal opportunity in employment.
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USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any
other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider
for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a
manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance
Initiative for Hiring ordinance. We provide reasonable accommodations to
applicants and employees with disabilities.
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