Hearst Newspapers · 8 hours ago
IT Manager
888 9th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50309, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelHearst Newspapers is seeking a strategic and experienced IT Manager to lead their technology infrastructure and operations. The role focuses on high-level infrastructure management, strategic planning, and team development while ensuring the reliability and security of IT systems in a 24/7 broadcast environment.
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Responsibilities
Provide strong leadership, mentorship, and coaching to the Broadcast IT Specialist, fostering their professional growth and technical development
Manage the IT department’s workflow, ensuring efficient handling of user requests while prioritizing critical infrastructure projects
Serve as the primary liaison between station engineering, news operations, and corporate IT leadership
Manage and maintain hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) and enterprise virtualization platforms to ensure high availability for mission-critical applications
Oversee network topology, including switching, connectivity, segmentation, VLAN configuration, and IP management
Administer enterprise storage systems and backup solutions, ensuring data integrity and disaster recovery readiness
Manage Windows Server environments, including patch management and endpoint management strategies
Oversee station security compliance, including the deployment and monitoring of endpoint protection systems
Manage directory services and identity access management, ensuring proper permissions and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) protocols are followed
Maintain secure remote access solutions, including VPN configuration and support
Support specialized broadcast technology, including newsroom computer systems, media asset management, and production automation workflows
Manage file transfer agents and workflows for high-volume media delivery
Support streaming and OTT (Over-The-Top) delivery platforms and digital content distribution efforts
Utilize ITSM platforms to manage incidents and service requests, ensuring proper documentation and tracking
Coordinate with corporate IT teams for Level 2/Level 3 support issues, VoIP administration, and video conferencing services (these are not directly administered by the IT Manager)
Oversee IT Asset Management (ITAM), including inventory tracking, lifecycle management, and replenishment planning
Lead IT capital planning and project management for station technology upgrades
Ensure compliance with corporate standards, policies, and software licensing requirements
Collaborate with the Engineering team to integrate IT solutions into broadcast engineering workflows
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent combination of training and military/industry experience
Proven experience in IT infrastructure management, including virtualization, networking, and server administration
Demonstrated leadership experience with a focus on mentoring and developing technical staff
Strong understanding of network architecture (TCP/IP, subnets, VLANs, switching)
Experience with enterprise directory services and security protocols
Excellent project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Preferred
Experience working in a broadcast television or media production environment
Certifications in virtualization platforms, networking (e.g., Cisco), or Microsoft technologies
Familiarity with broadcast-specific systems (Newsroom Computer Systems, Automation, etc.)
Benefits
Medical | Dental | Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
Company
Hearst Newspapers
Hearst Newspapers is the division in charge of Hearst's newspapers, local digital marketing service businesses, and directories.
Founded in 1887New York, New York, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Carson S.
HR Business Partner
Laura Wilson
Director Major Account Partnerships
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