IT MANAGER - NETWORKS

Target Labs, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the IT sector is looking for an IT Manager - Networks in Houston. This role involves planning, executing, and managing network initiatives, implementation of new technologies, and ensuring comprehensive network management. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in network engineering and proven leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 4-5 years of experience as a Network Engineer.
• Management experience with 3-5 years as a team lead or project manager.
• Desired certifications include CCNE; PMP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams for network technology initiatives.
• Oversee installation and integration of new networks.
• Engage in hands-on work with Cisco solutions for network setups.

Skills

LANs

MANs

WANs

Network routing and switching

Firewalls

PBX and VoIP

VSAT technology

VPN technology

Call accounting systems

Unified Messaging

Immersive Video conferencing and integration

Data-center management

Cabling infrastructure management

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree

Tools

Cisco network devices

Job description

• Travel Required:Ability to travel up to 10% both domestically and internationally.
• Location:Houston, Texas.

Overview:

Our client is seeking an IT Manager - Networks who will plan, execute, and manage network initiatives in the enterprise, including the implementation of new technologies and management of the existing network environment.

Responsibilities:

The engineer will be responsible for the following:

- Managing project teams to effectively translate and incorporate strategic objectives into the organization's network technology roadmap.

- Managing the installation and integration of new networks and related equipment.

- Hands-on involvement with Cisco network solutions, including:

• Developing strategies for IPv6 conversions.
• Designing and building MPLS network clouds leveraging Cisco network devices.
• Implementing WAN infrastructures within Data Center environments.
• Working with vpls, otv, IPv6 & protocol 6-12.

- Communicating with management in oral and written forms.

Qualifications:

• No clearance required.

Desired Education:

• Bachelor of Science Degree strongly preferred.

Desired Experience:

• Typically 4-5 years of experience as a Network Engineer with knowledge in:

• LANs, MANs, and WANs
• Network routing and switching
• Firewalls
• Phone systems including PBX and VoIP
• VSAT technology
• VPN technology
• Call accounting systems
• Unified Messaging
• Immersive Video conferencing and integration
• Data-center, server room, IDF, and cabling infrastructure management

Management experience with 3-5 years as a team lead or project manager, including:

• Requesting project approval from IT management
• Team resource allocation
• Status and closure reporting
• Overseeing internal processes, audits, assessments (HIPAA, SOX, etc.)
• Serving as an expert to security staff with possible on-call escalation
• Managing production requests/issues and analyzing them
• Implementing business-relevant solutions for resolution

Desired Certifications:

• Current CCNE certification; PMP Certification is a plus.