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Maryland Stadium Authority · 1 month ago

IPTV Specialist Administrator

Baltimore, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$91K/yr - $105K/yr

5+ years exp

The Maryland Stadium Authority is seeking an IPTV Specialist Administrator to manage and support IPTV systems at the Camden Yards Sports Complex. The role involves operating and troubleshooting IPTV services, collaborating with network engineers, and providing technical support for events and daily operations.

GovernmentNon ProfitSports

No H1B

Responsibilities

Administers to IPTV headend equipment at CYSC such as satellite and over-the-air receivers, encoders, control and VOD (video on demand) servers. Responsible for the operation and maintenance of such equipment

Manage and maintain IPTV endpoint devices. Monitors the health of all endpoints ensuring they are functioning. Verifies endpoint TV control and status

Assisting stadium personnel in programming events into the IPTV control server for game day and other event requirements

Communicates needs of IPTV devices and protocols with network engineers

Manage and maintain digital signage content server and endpoints in coordination with our stadium partners

Provides technical support of IPTV systems for games and events as needed

Performs pregame checks of IPTV equipment including servers, encoders, decoders, and displays

Programs IPTV web-based control platform

Provides training to end users on how to use IPTV

Perform preventive maintenance of IPTV hardware and software

Perform software updates and data backup procedures for IPTV equipment

Manages service agreements with hardware/ software vendors

Enforce wire management and standards and policies within the facility

Prepare written reports and documentation as required. Maintain time tracking, maintenance records and job management through MSA’s central facilities management (VenueAware) software

Assist in the development, expansion or enhancement of IPTV systems

Assist supervisor in solicitation and procurement of supplies, equipment and materials as necessary. Prepare materials lists for assigned projects

Read and interpret blueprints and schematics for stadiums’ telecommunications systems and low voltage wiring to integrate new equipment, implement design changes and troubleshoot problems. Have a good understanding of signal flow. Update and change drawings as required

Integrate within the facilities, operations and maintenance department to perform related maintenance as required

Maintain the high facility standards and good engineering practices of the Maryland Stadium Authority

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

IPTV systems managementNetworking conceptsVideo technologiesTechnical supportCisco Network trainingWindows ServerWeb APIsAV control systemsHTMLCSSCritical thinkingProblem solvingCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

5 years of experience in managing, deploying, or supporting IPTV, broadcast equipment or other related audio visual systems

A state-registered Professional Engineer's license will count as four (4) years of experience

A Bachelor's Degree will count as four (4) years of experience

An Associate's Degree will count as two (2) years of experience

Possession of a valid driver's license

Though understanding of networking concepts such as DHCP, TCP/IP, firewalls, switches and IGMP especially as it relates to the distribution and management of multicast traffic

Understanding of video compression, video metadata (MPEG-2, MPEG-4, H.264/5, Internet Streaming)

Understanding of video technologies such as SDI, HDMI, HDCP, EDID

Active Directory authentication with IPTV endpoints including users, groups, and service accounts

Windows and Windows Server operating systems

Working knowledge of web APIs using SSL (HTTPS)

Understanding of manufacture specific audio visual control protocols such as Samsung EXlink, MDC and LG (RS-232 and IP)

HTML and CSS web development

Key competencies – Critical thinking and problem solving skills, adaptability, decision-making, communication skills, delegation, teamwork, planning and organizing, influencing and leading, stress tolerance, negotiation, conflict management