IT Administrator – IMSA GTP program

W Racingteam; Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

W Racingteam is seeking an experienced IT professional to manage and maintain all IT systems across headquarters, workshop, and trackside environments. You will ensure reliable networks and data links for race operations and collaborate with engineers and management to keep systems secure and available.

Responsibilities include setting up race-weekend IT infrastructure, overseeing servers and backups, and providing on-site and remote support.

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant certifications (CompTIA Network+, Microsoft, Cisco CCNA, etc.) are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all IT systems across HQ, workshop, and trackside environments.
• Set up and support race-weekend IT infrastructure, including network connectivity, timing systems, and data links.
• Oversee server, storage, and backup solutions for performance data and engineering files.
• Provide on-site and remote user support for engineers, mechanics, and management staff.
• Ensure cybersecurity best practices, including firewall management, antivirus, and access control.
• Maintain and deploy IT hardware (laptops, radios, switches, cameras, tablets, etc.).
• Liaise with external vendors and motorsport data system providers.
• Document IT systems, network configurations, and SOPs.
• Support software and cloud services used by performance, logistics, and media teams.

Skills

Networking

Windows Server

Active Directory

Office 365

Azure/AWS

Cybersecurity

Troubleshooting

Communication

Motorsport experience

Trackside IT

Education

Degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Cisco CCNA

CompTIA Network+

Azure

Job description

• Manage and maintain all IT systems across HQ, workshop, and trackside environments.
• Set up and support race-weekend IT infrastructure, including: such as network connectivity (wired and wireless), timing systems and telemetry data links and communications with governing bodies and broadcast partners
• Oversee server, storage, and backup solutions for performance data and engineering files.
• Provide on-site and remote user support for engineers, mechanics, and management staff.
• Ensure cybersecurity best practices, including firewall management, antivirus, and access control.
• Maintain and deploy IT hardware (laptops, radios, network switches, cameras, tablets, etc.).
• Liaise with external vendors and motorsport data system providers.
• Document IT systems, network configurations, and standard operating procedures.
• Support software and cloud services used by performance, logistics, and media teams.
• Manage IT asset inventory and license compliance.
• Proven experience as an IT Administrator, Systems Engineer, or IT Support Specialist and IT trackside experience.
• Strong knowledge of networking (LAN/WAN, VLANs, VPN, Wi‑Fi, firewalls).
• Experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, Office 365, and cloud environments (Azure or AWS).
• Familiarity with motorsport data systems (e.g., telemetry, timing, CAN data, Pi Toolbox, Bosch, or Magneti Marelli systems) preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with hardware setup and troubleshooting in demanding environments.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and data integrity management.
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to changing trackside conditions.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Motorsport industry experience.
• Experience with radio communications or trackside telemetry networks.
• Willingness to travel frequently, including international events and long weekends.
• Passion for motorsport technology and innovation.

Education & Certifications

• Degree or diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant certifications (CompTIA Network+, Microsoft, Cisco CCNA, etc.) are an advantage.