IT Systems Administrator

New Hampshire Public Radio (NHPR) is seeking an experienced network and systems administrator to join our technology team. The IT Systems Administrator will be responsible for the administration, maintenance and repair of computer hardware, software, and cloud systems necessary to support the operations of New Hampshire Public Radio.

This is a full-time, exempt, on-site role based in Concord, NH, reporting to the Director of Technology. The starting salary range for this position is $65,400 - $85,000 based on experience. We also consider internal equity, among other factors, when deciding compensation.

Essential Duties Include:

• Support, install, configure, and maintain VMware vSphere 8, Microsoft Server, and desktop operating systems.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues, outages, and system failures to minimize disruptions and provide technical support to users.
• Support FortiGate firewall and Cisco Meraki switch infrastructure.
• Manage Microsoft 365, Entra, Azure, and Intune environments.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Participate, implement, and maintain security measures on identities, network, compute, storage, and broadcast infrastructure.
• Maintain CrowdStrike endpoint protection and vulnerability scanning.
• Manage Veeam backup of on-premises and cloud resources and assist in developing and maintaining disaster recovery plans.
• Participate in the assessment, specification, and implementation of hardware and cloud solutions.
• Provide user and systems support as part of a rotating on-call 24/7/365 support structure.
• Develop and/or maintain department procedures and documentation for applications and hardware.
• Manage cloud phone and messaging systems.
• Work with broadcast engineering team to support IP-based broadcast equipment and infrastructure; training provided.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree and two years of relevant experience, including in the administration of virtual servers, networks, and a variety of cloud applications.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer networking and switch configuration.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 administration.
• Hands-on experience with firewalls, Fortinet or SonicWall preferred.
• Some scripting experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Diligence in managing system configurations, security settings, and documentation.
• Record of providing excellent customer service.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
• A valid driver's license and satisfactory motor vehicle record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

However, we know there are great candidates who may not have all these qualities or who have important skills we may not have outlined above. If this is you, do not hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself

Compensation & Benefits:

This is a full time, exempt position and the salary range for this role is $65,400 to $85,000 annually.

NHPR offers a generous benefits package that includes health and dental insurance; company-paid short and long-term disability; flexible spending accounts; 403(b) savings plan with a company match; and a free on-site fitness center. Employees are entitled to three weeks of vacation time and 14 paid holidays, as well as paid sick and parental leave.

Things to Know About Us:

NHPR is the state's foremost news organization, focused on producing accountability journalism and engaging deeply with the diverse communities and people of the Granite State. For 40 years, NHPR has produced incisive local news on the radio and emerging audio platforms, complementing the national and global reporting of our partners at NPR. NHPR is the winner of multiple National Edward R. Murrow Awards for overall excellence from 2015 through 2023 and a finalist for the 2024 Pulitzer in Audio Journalism. We make nationally prominent podcasts - including Bear Brook, Outside/In, Civics 101 and Document - and have a fast-growing footprint in digital and social media. We have over 23,000 member households, over 60% of which are sustaining members.

We seek people who are approachable, collaborative, empathetic, optimistic, and solution-minded. Together, we are building a culture based on earned trust, transparency, equity and inclusion. We hold ourselves accountable to our goals and our values. NHPR is intent on being public radio for all of New Hampshire, and to expanding our audience and advancing our mission and vision by deepening our engagement with diverse people and communities across the state and beyond our borders.

To Apply:

Please apply on the job opportunities page of our website, NHPR.org, or through this link: https://nhpr.applicantpro.com/jobs

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NHPR is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and dynamic workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.