What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Administrator - Systems Engineering (Animation & VFX Industry) position at Bellwether Technology?
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Head of Systems Engineering to leadour technical operations in the animation and VFX industry. This role combines hands-onsystems administration expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring the effectivedelivery of critical infrastructure and services to support our creative workflows.
The ideal candidate will have 5 years of experience in a similar role, a proven track record ofteam management, and deep technical knowledge of systems optimization and security. Youwill act as a strategic partner to production and creative leadership, driving innovation andefficiency while maintaining operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Departmental Oversight
Oversee the Systems Administration team, ensuring alignment with studio objectives
Set departmental goals, track performance, and provide mentorship to team members
Develop and manage budgets for IT infrastructure, software, and hardware needs
Collaborate with production, creative, and IT teams to identify and implementscalable solutionsSoftware Administration
Manage, install, and troubleshoot Autodesk, Adobe, and Foundry products
Administer RLV and FlexLM licensing systems to ensure uninterrupted access forusers
Network & Firewall Management
Configure, monitor, and maintain Fortinet firewalls
Manage Arista switches, VLAN configurations, and routing for high-performancenetworking
Optimize WiFi technology for seamless connectivity across the studioVirtualization & Infrastructure Management
Deploy, manage, and maintain virtualized environments using Proxmox and / orVMware
Monitor performance, resource allocation, and scalability of virtual machines andcontainersScripting & Automation
Develop and maintain scripts using PowerShell, Bash, and Python to streamlineoperations and improve system performanceUser and Asset Management
Oversee Active Directory, including user accounts, group policies, and permissions
Implement and maintain Snipe-IT Asset Management for tracking hardware andsoftware inventorySecurity Compliance & Vulnerability Management
Perform regular vulnerability scans and implement remediation strategies
Lead the studio in achieving and maintaining TPN (Trusted Partner Network) orMPAA (Motion Picture Association) security complianceStrategic Initiatives
Research and recommend new technologies to enhance studio operations andcreative workflows
Establish best practices for systems administration to support the studio's evolvingneeds
Qualifications
Experience
5 years as a Systems Administrator or Head of Systems in the animation, VFX, orcreative industries
At least 2 years of leadership or team management experienceTechnical Skills
Proficiency with Autodesk, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Foundry software
Hands-on experience with RLV and FlexLM licensing systems
Strong knowledge of Fortinet firewalls and Arista networking, including VLANs androuting
Scripting abilities in PowerShell, Bash, and Python
Familiarity with Active Directory, including group policies and user accountmanagement
Understanding of WiFi technologies and optimizationNice-to-Have Skills
Familiarity with TPN / MPAA security compliance processes
Experience with Snipe-IT Asset Management
Knowledge of vulnerability scanning tools and technique
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