Summary of Position
The Senior IT Client Support Engineer is responsible for providing technical expertise for Apple, Windows, Virtual Desktop Machines and Android environments, Exchange, Active Directory, VoIP phones and printer/MFP including but not limited to troubleshooting, testing, installation, configuration, maintenance and application integration. This position will lead and support projects to implement new technology, perform maintenance and upgrades to the existing environment. This position also serves as a mentor for the IT Service Desk Technicians and an escalation point for tickets and requests. This position is a key technical advisor, aware of emerging technologies and able to translate business needs into technology solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support Starz key identified projects including but not limited to technology evaluations, rollouts and upgrades.
- Manage deliverables associated with a project by prioritizing, tracking, and completing assigned tasks.
- Provide excellent technical and customer service for executives’ IT needs at Starz. Support executives during their travel, both domestically and internationally.
- Serve as technical escalation point for others on the team. Mentor non-senior members on technical skills and best practices.
- Serve as a technical escalation point for customers at other Starz office locations.
- Support hardware best practices, assist with the creation, updating and maintenance of system images, virtualization, system patching, anti-virus/spyware, application packaging.
- Respond to incoming requests (e.g., e-mails, dashboard alerts, chat, telephone calls, voicemail, or in person) and accurately identify, diagnose, prioritize, log and dispatch, escalate or resolve the service requests within established SLA standards. Enter and report technical problems, causes and solutions within the call logging software.
- Understand business concerns and needs and identify unique opportunities and assist in developing solutions for customer and company needs. The ability and commitment to provide superior customer service. The ability to communicate technical issues both orally and in writing. Proven ability to operate in high pressure situations and successfully handle multiple priorities while remaining positive and flexible.
- Diagnose current Apple, Windows, Android, telephony and other technology related hardware and software problems by asking accurate and concise questions in a professional and timely manner.
- Troubleshoot issues for problem recognition, research, isolation, resolution, and follow up for desktop, mobile, enterprise applications, local/networking printing, e-mail, connectivity, remote access, and hardware issues. Repair/replace hardware as necessary.
- In partnership with the Infrastructure team, perform the daily administration of local server environments including monitoring, backups and auditing.
- Configure management for Active Directory. Understand and ensure AD management is in compliance with current SOX policy.
- Manage and maintain Exchange 0365 including but not limited to assigning licenses, making changes, and troubleshooting issues.
- Research and test new technology, hardware and software. Provide recommendations and assist in the implementation new technology.
- Create and maintain documentation for standard Technical Support policies, procedures, and practices. Develop how-to documentation, training material and FAQ lists for customers. Provide a weekly status report for current projects.
- Strong understanding of network technologies including DNS, mail transport, TCP/IP, network file systems, cabling topologies, gateways, bridges, routers, switches and interconnecting LAN/WAN.
- Participate in the On-Call rotation. Duties include being available 24x7 to respond to emails and phone calls during on call period.
- Exhibit strong work ethic and responsible behavior and must maintain confidentiality of information at all times. Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, able to work unsupervised with good time management skills. Must be a self-starter and a self-motived individual.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or similar discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum five years’ technical experience in customer support.
- Minimum five years’ experience in Windows operating systems and Mac operating systems.
About STARZ
STARZ (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company, is a leading media streaming platform committed to delivering premium content that amplifies narratives by, about and for women and underrepresented audiences. STARZ is home to the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app that offers the ability to stream or download STARZ premium content, as well as the flagship domestic STARZ® service, including STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels, and the associated on-demand and online services. STARZ is available across digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, and telecommunications companies. In February 2021, STARZ launched #TakeTheLead, a multi-faceted and innovative inclusion initiative expanding its existing efforts to improve representation on screen, behind the camera and throughout the company.
Our Benefits
- Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
- Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase
- Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
- 401(k) company matching
- Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)
Compensation
$95,000 - $149,000
EEO Statement
Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.
