Technology Systems Contractor, Media Mobilizing Project

Posted by on September 09, 2013

Technology Systems Contractor, Media Mobilizing Project
Posted on: August 27, 2013

Job description
Media Mobilizing Project Technology Systems Contractor

Role:

The Technology Systems Contractor work will support the IT needs for Media Mobilizing Project’s media production, distribution, education and organizing.

Responsibilities:

The Technology Systems Contractor will be responsible for identifying and documenting IT needs, collaboratively developing IT solutions, implementing these solutions and training MMP Staff in use, best practices, and ongoing maintenance of IT systems.

Specific areas of IT planning and deployment will include:

• Office and public computer networks including shared access drives, printers and wireless access points
• File and user server deployment and hosting for user login, media sharing and archiving.
• Troubleshooting computer issues in a Mac OS X and Windows 7/XP environment
• Domain and user management for email, mailing lists, in Google apps
• Website maintenance and updates.

Qualifications:

• Experience deploying secure networks and maintaining networks for small office uses, media production, and public access.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing issues on Mac OS X and Windows XP/7 systems.
• Experience administering Unix/Linux or Mac OS based servers with services including file sharing, Domain Name Server (DNS), Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and Active Directory.
• Strong ability to train others in technical skills, including basic use, upkeep, and troubleshooting of technology systems.
• Strong ability advise in technology decisions for non-profit/ community organizations.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively in developing IT solutions and resolving
• IT needs with other staff, volunteers and partner organizations.

• Strong ability to document IT plans and solutions.
• Strong self-organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Additional technology experience that will be helpful (but not required):

• Experience developing in Drupal a plus.
• Experience in mesh wireless networking a plus.
• Experience managing Digital Asset Management databases such as CAT-DV or Cantemo Portal a plus.

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