Network & Security Specialist

Job # IT25008

Job Title Network & Security Specialist

Office Location Houston, TX

Business Function/Department IT/Infrastructure

Sales Territory, if applicable N/A

General Role Description

Research, recommend, and execute plans for the organization's information technology network and security architecture.

Role Accountabilities

Define and maintain efficient protocols for safeguarding data and ensuring data accessibility to support daily operations

Ensure the implementation of adequate security measures to protect the Company's diverse information systems and assets

Develop, test and update as necessary data protection/data accessibility plans for inclusion in the business continuity plan and execute as needed

Conduct needs analysis, solicit bids and formulate options for procurement and rollout of networking hardware, software and services and implement as approved

Define and sustain efficient processes for monitoring, detecting, and rectifying security and performance issues in networking, personal/mobile computer, and communication platforms

Maintain essential cybersecurity-related documentation and procedures

Perform, track, and report regular cybersecurity audits and tests to pinpoint network and system vulnerabilities and help define necessary improvements

Monitor network resources continuously to ensure availability to meet the Company's needs

Implement network updates and security enhancements with minimal disruption to business operations

Provide reports to appropriate personnel regarding effectiveness of infrastructure and make recommendations for the adoption of new procedures

General Employee Accountabilities

Bring full effort to bear on tasks assigned by manager

Give manager best advice

Give earliest notice when work cannot be delivered as specified

Cooperate and collaborate with peers and interact cross-organizationally as specified by manager

Exemplify Company Core Values: Integrity, Client Focus, Team Orientation, and Personal Commitment

Comply with all Company policies, practices, and procedures and all regulations and laws

Recommend viable improvements proactively

Ensure effective utilization of business tools and processes

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related field or equivalent via education and/or work experience

7 years' experience in networking and security management

Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Identity, Security, and Compliance

Demonstrated experience with Cisco networking infrastructure

Demonstrated experience in security policies and frameworks

Demonstrated success expanding aggregate knowledge and skills of the IT team(s) and sharing knowledge proactively

Demonstrated success leading IT technical and business projects

Demonstrated success identifying system gaps and emerging technologies that support accuracy, productivity, and business growth

Demonstrated ability to deliver a project or multiple projects on time, from concept through deployment

Demonstrated successful working relationships with clients, suppliers, and other internal and external contacts

Demonstrated successful and positive personal leadership, interpersonal, organizational, administrative, and communication skills

Demonstrated continuous improvement in areas of responsibility

Proficiency in MS Office and network and endpoint security tools

Availability to travel domestically and internationally, less than 5%, sometimes with limited notice

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in security policies and frameworks, including NIST SP 800-171 and PRISMA

Demonstrated experience in a recognized business process methodology

Link to TMEIC Corporation Americas website: https://www.tmeic.com/. To be considered an applicant for any available positions, individuals must complete an online job application for each posting. A resume may be attached to the online application but is not considered a substitute for the information in the application. Applications will be considered only for the specific position for which the application is submitted.

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