Principal Engineer

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We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

We’re seeking a Principal Engineer to oversee and support a wide range of applications, IT infrastructure, and enterprise systems. This role is ideal for a technically skilled professional with strong troubleshooting abilities and experience in enterprise-level business-critical environments. The ideal candidate would have a strong proficiency with Microsoft Active Directory, 2FA, and Microsoft O365.

• Participate in user access and provisioning for enterprise applications (examples. Adobe Suite, Citrix VDI, Frame.
  
  IO, Sony Ci, InTune, JAMF, Avid Wolftech, AP ENPS, Send Word Now, etc.).
• Troubleshoot application, network, and firewall issues; provide L2 support for Microsoft Active Directory, OKTA, SharePoint, Teams, One Drive, and Slack
• Administer - Citrix VDI environments system monitoring using tools like New Relic.
• Create and manage AD security groups, distribution lists, and functional mailboxes; handle user management and bulk AD operations
• Support client onboarding, offboarding, and permissions in collaboration with HR, Legal, and Info Sec
• Participate in system migrations, upgrades (e.g., Windows 11), and IT projects; conduct proof-of-concept testing for new solutions
• Maintain and update technical documentation and IT procedures

• BA/BS in computer science, broadcasting, business administration or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years working in an enterprise environment.
• Must be available weekends, holidays, overnights. Extended shift hours may be required.
• Proficient with Windows OS & mac OS.
• Experience in enterprise administration, application administration, system provisioning, and IT L2 support
• Proficiency with Active Directory, Exchange Online, OKTA, Citrix, JAMF, and VDI management
• Strong troubleshooting skills across applications, networks, user access and systems
• Some domestic travel may be required – up to 10%
• Must be able to lift and move equipment up to 45lbs.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and project management abilities
• Effective communication with clients, team, and senior management.
• Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and collaborators.
• Familiarity with monitoring and security tools (New Relic, Crowd Strike, Proofpoint)
• Experience supporting enterprise-level onboarding, offboarding, and compliance processes

• Experience with automation and scripting (Power Shell, Python) for system administration

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles.

In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

Hiring Salary Range: $ - .

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include…