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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Head of Broadcast Technology & Operations - **Company:** Tegna Inc. - **Location:** Columbus, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $87,500.0 - $115,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Antivirus Softwares, Cyber Security, Systems Integration - **Published:** May 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5a3b72475997e903 ## About the Role Do you have a valid Driver's License license?, Do you have experience in Workflow management (operations management method)?, Do you have a Trade school?, WBNS-TV, the TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate in Columbus, has an opening for an experienced, versatile Head of Technology and Operations. We are looking for a proven leader with strong technical judgment, effective communication skills, possessing an understanding of current and future technology needs with a passion for innovation. The Head of Technology and Operations is responsible for leading the engineering, IT, and production teams that support the overall WBNS-TV broadcast technologies in a 24/7/365 environment. Current driver's license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required., * Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience and education and a minimum of 3-5 years experience in a broadcast operations/technology management role. * Strong customer service skills and unfailing professionalism. Impeccable written and verbal communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences. * Demonstrated strong leadership with a focus on team management. * Understanding of IT processes including security, workflow, and management. * In-depth knowledge of broadcast technologies including: ENPS, production control room automation, RF transmission, broadcast switchers, router systems, field cameras, and signal path workflows. * Strong project management experience. * Ability to work well and make quick decisions under pressure. #LI-MS1 ## Description * Managing short- and long-term technology strategy. * Day-to-day operations including equipment integration, maintenance for the core infrastructure, studios, control rooms, facility, post-production, and transmission for all live programming. * Oversee compliance with FCC rules and regulations. * Manage compliance with critical security policies, including account, password security, vulnerability protection, virus protection, untrusted network, and IT incident reporting policies. * Manage business continuity and disaster/cyber security contingency plans. * Maintain financial responsibility for the engineering department including expense budgeting, approvals, and reviews. * Oversee station OSHA compliance. * Monitor and scrutinize daily on-air technical quality. * Lead workflow improvements for both on-air and online products. * Manage vendor contracts including technology, building maintenance, security, and janitorial services. * Manage leases relating to technology. * Lead capital planning and submission process for station. * Lead project planning and project management for station-wide initiatives. ## Related Videos - [DevOps at Netflix](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/270-devops-at-netflix) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [AI Agents & Agentic AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2017-ai-agents-agentic-ai) - [Physical AI: The Era of Intelligent Machines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100141-physical-ai-the-era-of-intelligent-machines) - [The user in the eye of the Cargo1492 storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/96-the-user-in-the-eye-of-the-cargo1492-storm) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [Finding IT & Technology English-speaking Jobs in Germany ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/446-finding-it-technology-english-speaking-jobs-in-germany) - [A call for Guest Writers for the WeAreDevelopers Magazine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/648-a-call-for-guest-writers-for-the-wearedevelopers-magazine) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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