IT Operations Advisor at Nielsen

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
EducationIndustries

Requirements

  • Post-secondary education in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent hands-on experience
  • 5+ years of progressive IT operations experience with a strong focus on networking and infrastructure
  • Proven ability to configure, administer, and troubleshoot: Networks (LAN/WAN, VPN, wireless, firewalls, DNS/DHCP)
  • Proven ability to configure, administer, and troubleshoot: Servers and virtualization platforms
  • Proven ability to configure, administer, and troubleshoot: Cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or equivalent)
  • Proven ability to configure, administer, and troubleshoot: Identity and access management (Active Directory, SSO/MFA)
  • Demonstrated mentorship experience with small IT teams
  • Strong knowledge of ITSM frameworks and practices (ITIL certification preferred)
  • Experience managing vendors and contracts
  • Exceptional problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills
  • Customer-first mindset with strong experience in providing front-line support to all levels

Responsibilities

  • Guide and mentor the Service Desk team, providing expertise and acting as an escalation point for complex technical issues while remaining hands-on
  • Support and coordinate daily IT support operations, ensuring timely resolution of requests, smooth employee onboarding/offboarding, and adoption of best practices (ITIL)
  • Support in the maintenance of core infrastructure, including servers, networks, cloud platforms (Azure/AWS), and identity systems (Active Directory, Single Sign-On, Multi-Factor Authentication)
  • Provide guidance and expertise to strengthen the reliability and security of laptops, desktops, and mobile devices through regular updates, monitoring, and endpoint management
  • Partner with the Service Desk and IT teams on projects such as upgrades, cloud migrations, and office technology enhancements, helping apply structured change management to minimize disruption
  • Collaborate with vendors and assist in managing contracts and hardware/software assets throughout their lifecycle
  • Support the implementation and awareness of IT policies related to security, backups, disaster recovery, and compliance
  • Help monitor systems for vulnerabilities, contribute to incident response efforts, and participate in business continuity planning
  • Analyze service performance data, sharing insights and recommendations to help identify trends and drive continuous improvement
  • Partner with the VP, People & Employee Experience to help build a modern, employee-focused IT Operations function

Skills

ITIL
Service Desk
IT Operations
IT Infrastructure
Technical Support
Employee Onboarding
Employee Offboarding
Mentorship

Nielsen

Global measurement and data analytics provider

About Nielsen

Nielsen provides measurement and data analytics services to help businesses understand consumers and markets globally. The company operates through two main divisions: Nielsen Global Media, which offers reliable metrics for the media and advertising industries, and Nielsen Global Connect, which supplies consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers with actionable insights about the marketplace. Nielsen combines its proprietary data with other sources to give clients a comprehensive view of current trends and future opportunities. With a presence in over 100 countries, Nielsen aims to support companies in making informed decisions to drive innovation and growth.

Town of Clarkstown, New YorkHeadquarters
1963Year Founded
$45.1MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Competition from digital-native analytics firms threatens Nielsen's market share.
Privacy regulations may impact Nielsen's data collection capabilities.
Private equity acquisition could lead to strategic shifts misaligned with client needs.

Differentiation

Nielsen offers comprehensive cross-platform measurement solutions, including mobile media markets.
The Diverse Media Equity program elevates diverse-owned media companies' visibility.
Nielsen Impact Score evaluates marketing value of university athletic programs.

Upsides

Acquisition of Telephia enhances Nielsen's mobile media measurement capabilities.
Partnerships with P&G and NMSDC support diverse media representation.
Collaboration with TikTok improves digital audience measurement services.

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