IT MANAGER - NETWORKS

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.

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