What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Support Engineer position at 509 Frieze US Holdings?
Who We Are: Frieze is a leading global contemporary art organisation, recognized for its art fairs, publications and digital presence. Founded in 1991 with the launch of frieze magazine, the brand has grown to encompass seven of the most significant art fairs worldwide in cities including Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York and Seoul. These events attract leading artists, galleries and collectors, fostering innovative dialogues and practices within the art community. Frieze magazine continues to set the benchmark for insightful art criticism and commentary, while frieze.com serves as a vital online resource. Committed to expanding the reach and understanding of contemporary art, Frieze also hosts year-round curated programs and associated initiatives, such as No.9 Cork Street, Frieze House Seoul and Frieze Connects, that enrich the cultural landscape. With a dedicated team passionate about the arts, Frieze remains at the forefront of artistic exploration and cultural discourse, connecting diverse audiences with groundbreaking artists and their work. For more information, visit frieze.com. About MARI MARI is a global events and experiences company with a portfolio of world-class live properties spanning sport, art, lifestyle, and entertainment. These include major international tennis tournaments, among them the Mutua Madrid Open and Miami Open presented by Itaú, Frieze, a leading voice in contemporary art, Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, TodayTix Group, a leading digital ticketing and technology company for theatre and live performance, and Barrett-Jackson, the foremost U.S. collector car auction company. MARI delivers live experiences that bring people together, inspire audiences, and shape culture worldwide. The Role The Senior Support Engineer will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service whilst providing advanced technical support for all end-user computing (EUC) services across the MARI Group. They will troubleshoot complex technical issues, serve as an escalation point, and provide guidance to junior members of the IT team. The Senior Support Engineer will also play a key role in supporting core IT infrastructure including Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Storage platforms, Cloud IaaS / SaaS Services, Disaster Recovery services and security tooling such as CrowdStrike and TenableIO. To meet business needs, the role will proactively contribute to internal IT projects, provide flexible support for MARI events, and assist with M&A activities. The role will work closely with the IT Operations Manager and Network & Security Manager to ensure all systems are maintained, secure and optimized. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Provide advanced support and troubleshooting for IT infrastructure, EUC, and cloud services (M365, Azure, backups, identity, and security tools). Assist end-users with hardware/software support, remote assistance, device provisioning, and lifecycle management in dynamic event settings. Manage and resolve escalated tickets, ensuring timely incident response, root cause analysis, and documentation of solutions across desktops, laptops, servers, and cloud platforms. Perform routine maintenance, patching, and updates for systems, including backups, endpoint management and security tools. Monitor IT assets using tools for performance, alerts, and proactive issue identification, collaborating with the IT Operations Manager on optimizations. Contribute to IT projects, migrations, and upgrades, ensuring minimal downtime and high service quality. Assist in documenting IT systems, procedures, and configurations for knowledge sharing. Mentor junior technicians and engineers, guiding them on troubleshooting and best practices. Assist with M&A-related IT integration activities, including onboarding of new acquisitions. Liaise with vendors and third parties for escalations, support cases, and service delivery. Research and recommend improvements to IT support processes, tools, and technologies to enhance efficiency and user experience. Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours support, event-specific setups as well as On-site Event Support for NA based events. Emergency incident response. Unusual Challenges or Circumstances There may be occasions that you may be requested to work out of the normal office hours and/or be asked to participate in travel, including weekends and holidays for event support. This is subject to your manager’s discretion and will be discussed with you if applicable. Key Results Areas Deliver high-quality IT support that minimizes downtime and ensures reliable infrastructure for MARI's global events and operations. Consistently punctual, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance. Resolve escalated issues efficiently, contributing to overall team performance and user satisfaction. Foster a strong work ethic and operational disciplines to maintain high levels of system availability and security. Support strategic initiatives in IT best practices, cost management, and adoption of emerging technologies. Person Specification Knowledge and Experience 5 years’ experience in IT support or engineering roles, ideally in a global or 24/7 environment. Strong hands-on experience supporting EUC operating systems including Windows, Mac, iOS and Android. Experience of administering EUC management platforms such as Intune and Jamf/Kandji. Experience administering Microsoft 365, cloud services (e.g. Azure), and identity platforms. Familiarity with backup solutions, security tools, and monitoring platforms. Experience of working within media or events industries. Previous involvement in IT projects, upgrades, and migrations. Experience supporting Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) integration (desirable). Skills and Abilities Advanced troubleshooting skills for infrastructure, EUC, and cloud systems. Ability to administer and support M365, Azure, and security platforms. Proficiency in supporting end-user devices, deployments, and remote troubleshooting. Knowledge of ITSM processes (incident, problem, and change management – ITIL preferred). Strong problem-solving and analytical skills under pressure. Ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience working with monitoring, alerting, and IT management tools. Adept at working in a fast-paced environment and managing high stress scenarios. Team player with ability to mentor junior colleagues and contribute to a collaborative IT environment. Qualifications and Training Bachelor’s degree in IT or equivalent experience. 5 Years working in a technical environment with a focus on IT support. Certifications in IT support or related areas (e.g., CompTIA A , Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, ITIL Foundation). Aptitudes/Personal Profile Drive and Energy Strong commitment to high-quality support and customer service. Proactive and enthusiastic about solving problems and improving processes. Is action oriented and pursues everything with energy and drive. Passionate about success and winning. Adaptability Flexible and responsive to changing demands, projects, and priorities. Able to balance day-to-day operations with project and escalation tasks. Communication Clear communicator, able to explain technical concepts effectively. Listens carefully, maintains confidentiality, and works collaboratively across teams. Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the hourly rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings. Hiring Rate Minimum: $30.65 hourly (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum wage thresholds) Hiring Rate Maximum: $40.87 hourly
Salary : $31 - $41