Central Monitoring Station IT Manager

Siemens; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Irving, TX is seeking a Central Monitoring Station IT Manager to ensure continuous operation of the Customer Service Center. You will maintain IT and telephony systems, monitor building automation, and respond quickly to incidents day or night.

The role involves coordinating with vendors and contract IT staff, planning upgrades, and overseeing purchasing and invoicing processes to keep the CMS running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• 5+ years hands-on IT infrastructure experience (servers, switches, firewalls, workstations).
• Experience with invoicing and purchasing for hardware, software, and licenses.
• High School diploma or GED.
• On-site in Irving, TX with occasional remote work as needed.
• Less than 5% travel; eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Bachelor's or master's in CS/IT or equivalent IT training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuous 24/7/365 IT and telephony operations for the CSC in Irving.
• Coordinate with vendors and contract IT engineering consultants to optimize equipment and applications.
• Become proficient in the purchase order and invoicing processes. Purchase order origination and invoice reconciliation are both component tasks.

Skills

Microsoft Office

IT infrastructure experience

Invoicing & purchasing

Vendor coordination

US work authorization

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/IT

Tools

Security Business Network (SBN)

IMMIX

SiPass

CCure

Webrix

DSX

SQL

Job description

Position Location: This position is located in Irving, TX.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

Transform the everyday with us!

The Central Monitoring Station IT Manager is responsible for the continuous, uninterrupted operations of the Siemens Customer Service Center (CSC) in Irving, Texas. The CSC consists of a Customer Support Center and a Central Monitoring Station (CMS). The IT Manager will maintain the sophisticated IT architecture that powers this center and processes fire, security and building automation alarms. This will include daily and periodic maintenance, application and equipment upgrades, and rapid response to any casualties that befall the systems. These casualties may occur during the daytime, nighttime or weekend hours. The IT Partner Manager may at times be customer-facing to address IT-related requirements with prospective or existing customers. If you are a seasoned IT professional with significant hands‑on experience managing the technological elements of a central monitoring station and are looking to move into an IT Manager role with a global technology leader, this may be your next assignment.

As the Central Monitoring Station IT Manager, you will:

• Maintain continuous (24/7/365) operations of all IT and telephony equipment to allow the center to conduct its various missions, to include building automation monitoring, fire/burglar panel monitoring, video monitoring, access control monitoring, emergency phone monitoring, and various additional customer service tasks.
• Coordinate with specialty vendors and contract IT engineering consultants to optimize the equipment and application portfolio for effective operations, to include system & application upgrades, warranty service agreements, and new service offerings.
• Become proficient in the purchase order and invoicing processes. Purchase order origination and invoice reconciliation are both component tasks.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• 5+ years hands‑on experience within an IT infrastructure environment composed of servers, switches, firewalls and work stations.
• Experience with the elements invoicing and purchasing, to include hardware, software, licensing, warranty purchases, etc.
• High School diploma or state-recognized GED
• This is primarily an in‑office position although remote work is authorized, when necessary, therefore, residing in close proximity to Irving, Texas is a requirement.
• Less than 5% travel required with the position.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or information technology, or significant vocational IT training and five plus years of experience maintaining the IT element of a business, data center or central monitoring station.
• 5 years of experience as an IT professional in a Central Monitoring Station (CMS) environment, with expert knowledge of signals receivers, concentrators, switches, servers, domain controllers, telephony systems, etc. Experience as the IT Manager at a central monitoring station is a plus.
• Experience with core CMS alarm integration applications such Security Business Network (SBN)
• Experience with video monitoring applications such as IMMIX.
• Experience with access control systems such as SiPass, CCure, Webrix and DSX
• Experience and competence with SQL
• Experience working in a pressure‑laden matrixed environment, interacting with both customers and internal stakeholders.
• Experience managing an IT staff of five or more people.

Ready to create your own journey?Join us today!

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource‑efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us. #HQ-EREF

You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $92,320 - $158,263 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.