Job Description
Digital Infrastructure Manager Sought for Irish Film Archive A two-year fixed-term contract is available for a highly skilled individual to oversee the digital infrastructure of Ireland's national cultural institution for film. The role involves managing the Archive's digital infrastructure, supervising hardware, software, and networks, and ensuring the preservation of Ireland's moving image heritage. About the Irish Film Institute The Irish Film Institute is Ireland's national cultural institution for film. Our diverse audiences and loyal members enjoy our cinemas, research and access facilities, film shop, and café bar, as well as our four digital streaming platforms. Key Responsibilities • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve software, hardware, and networking issues • Maintain, update, and modify the IFI Scripts database to support digital accessioning and preservation workflows • Provide technical support to Digital Deliveries and Project Officers to ensure successful completion of digital preservation workflows • Oversee the preservation system, Spectra, by managing routine data migrations and storage maintenance • Oversee the management of the Archive's LTO library and comms room ensuring the proper maintenance of LTO tapes, archive servers, and network equipment • Ensure the secure storage, backup, and retrieval of data • Replace and upgrade outdated or malfunctioning components • Identify and implement strategies for optimizing computer system performance • Develop and enforce security protocols to protect against cyber-attacks and breaches • Document internal procedures to achieve optimal computer system performance • Promote best practices for digital accessioning and preservation throughout the archive • Collaborate with the Digital Preservation Manager to ensure timely accessioning and preservation of digital assets Requirements • Relevant qualification(s) in Information Technology, Computing, or a related field • Proficiency in managing large relational databases using development languages like Java and query languages such as SQL • Experience with command scripts, particularly Python, for processing large datasets in a database environment • Familiarity with validation protocols for digital archiving and preservation, such as checksums • Creativity, resourcefulness, and adaptability in a dynamic, sometimes ambiguous environment • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, both written and verbal • Excellent time management and multitasking abilities • High attention to detail and accuracy • Ability to write and maintain technical documentation, preferably using version control software • Proficiency in scripting languages • Knowledge and experience with digital preservation workflows • Experience working in Digital Preservation • LTO Tape Management • Familiarity with digital audio-visual file formats and specifications