Senior IT Professional I

Texas A&M University System; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University in College Station seeks a Senior IT Professional I to provide technical leadership for unit-level initiatives across multiple technical disciplines. You will coordinate project team activities, prepare management reports, and guide security, data protection, and disaster recovery practices to ensure reliable operations.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and five years of related experience, with a possibility to obtain TLETS certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience.
• Ability to obtain TLETS Certification (Criminal Justice Practitioner).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for unit-level projects across multiple technical fields.
• Coordinate technical activities of project teams and prepare status reports.
• Guide disaster recovery planning and security/compliance efforts.
• Mentor and develop technical staff and conduct performance reviews.
• Collaborate with clients to identify technical solutions and train users.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Hyper-V

VMware

Job description

Job Title

Senior IT Professional I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Technology Services - Strategic Alliances & Partners

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

A Glimpse of the job

The Senior IT Professional I provides technical leadership for a unit-level project or operation, which relies on multiple technical fields. Provides technical oversight for the application of and compliance with the unit’s technical standards. Coordinates the technical activities of a project team. Completes reports and summaries for management and users including project status reports, problem reports, and progress summaries.

Essential Duties and Tasks

Technical Oversight and Guidance

• Assists in conducting research and formulating recommended solutions for technical problems.
• Serves as a resource for internal and external staff.
• Provides technical guidance for the development of computing plans for customers.
• Provides technical guidance and coordination with network plans for customers.
• Coordinates, designs, and tests disaster recovery plans.
• Provides technical guidance on maintaining system security and protecting data.

Staff Management and Development

• Leads, motivates, and coaches staff members.
• Models ethical and performance standards while promoting collaboration and cooperation.
• Recruits, supervises, and conducts performance reviews for technical staff.
• Facilitates the analysis of personnel and area needs and risks.
• Directs the preparation of documentation and reports for management.

Client Collaboration and Support

• Works with clients to understand their needs and identify appropriate technical solutions which may require out of town travel.
• Empowers end-users by providing training on software applications.
• Acts as a liaison between technical support teams and clients to ensure clear communication.

Process Development and Improvement

• Conducts research to identify best practices and develops new procedures as needed.
• Assists in the creation of internal documentation and knowledge base articles.
• Promotes adherence to established procedures and training on operational protocols.

Infrastructure and Maintenance Oversight

• Monitors building management and alert systems for operational efficiencies.
• Oversees daily inspections of technical equipment and infrastructure.
• Collaborates with technical staff on new technology deployments

Other Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you need to know

Salary Range

$70,000 - $74,000 annually

Other Factors: This role is onsite in College Station, TX

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience.

Preferred Licenses and Certifications

• Ability to obtain TLETS Certification (Criminal Justice Practitioner).

Preferred Qualifications

• ITIL Fundamentals
• HyperV/VMware virtualization experience.
• Server infrastructure management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.

Other Requirements and Factors

• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment system or water treatment system.
• This role may require working outside of standard office hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support the demands of technology services and ensure the seamless operation of essential systems.
• This position is security sensitive.
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.
• This role may require out-of-town travel.
• This role must successfully complete a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check to include but not limited to driving history and criminal history.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.