TMD - Director II; Information Resources Manager; IRM

Overview

Performs advanced (senior‑level) managerial work administering the daily operations, strategic direction, and enterprise technology initiatives of the Texas Military Department’s Office of State Administration (OSA) Information Technology Services Division. Oversees enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity operations, cloud modernization initiatives, telecommunications, network operations, disaster recovery planning, enterprise applications, SharePoint and web services, identity and access management, IT governance, vendor management, and statewide technology compliance initiatives.

Serves as the agency Information Resources Manager (IRM) and principal advisor to executive leadership on information technology strategy, cybersecurity risk, enterprise architecture, operational resiliency, modernization initiatives, and statewide technology governance. Reports to the Chief Information Officer (CIO).

• Directs, oversees, trains, and prioritizes the work of Information Technology Services personnel supporting enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity, network operations, cloud services, telecommunications, SharePoint, web operations, and enterprise applications.
• Serves as the agency Information Resources Manager (IRM) and principal advisor on information technology governance, cybersecurity, modernization, enterprise architecture, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Develops and implements enterprise technology strategies, operational standards, policies, procedures, and governance frameworks supporting agency business operations and statewide compliance requirements.
• Coordinates enterprise cybersecurity initiatives in partnership with the Information Security Officer (ISO) to ensure compliance with TAC 202, Texas Cybersecurity Framework (TCF), and statewide cybersecurity directives.
• Oversees enterprise cloud modernization, infrastructure lifecycle management, network operations, telecommunications systems, identity and access management, endpoint security, and enterprise collaboration platforms.
• Leads enterprise disaster recovery, business continuity, and operational resiliency planning activities.
• Oversees enterprise IT asset management, inventory accountability, hardware and software lifecycle management, and enterprise technology procurement coordination.
• Coordinates agency participation in statewide technology initiatives, audits, compliance reviews, risk assessments, and legislative technology reporting requirements.
• Develops and maintains enterprise technology roadmaps aligned with statewide modernization initiatives and agency strategic objectives.
• Oversees vendor relationships, managed service providers, telecommunications providers, and contracted IT service providers.
• Develops and monitors enterprise technology budgets, forecasts, procurement requests, and operational expenditures.
• Coordinates and supports agency Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR) initiatives related to information technology, cybersecurity, infrastructure modernization, cloud services, telecommunications, enterprise applications, and statewide technology initiatives.
• Assists in the development, review, justification, and submission of information technology budget requests, exceptional item requests, and strategic technology initiatives submitted to executive leadership and the Legislative Budget Board (LBB).
• Serves as the agency liaison and coordinator for Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Shared Technology Services (STS), Managed Security Services (MSS), Data Center Services (DCS), cloud modernization services, and other statewide technology programs.
• Coordinates with statewide vendors, managed service providers, and DIR‑contracted technology providers supporting agency infrastructure, cybersecurity, telecommunications, cloud services, and operational support initiatives.
• Assists in evaluating enterprise technology needs, modernization opportunities, operational gaps, infrastructure requirements, and cybersecurity risks.

• Health insurance benefits (employee premiums covered 100%, family premiums 50%)
• Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive rates
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays
• Defined benefit retirement structure (cash balance) with state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually
• Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent)
• Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures
• Robust free training access through Texas Military Department's Web-Based Learning Program
• Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services
• Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs