IT Manager NIST

Position: IT Manager with NIST 800-171 Experience
Description We are looking for an experienced IT Manager to lead infrastructure operations and strengthen security practices for our Houston, Texas team. This role oversees core technology environments, supports reliable system performance, and helps align IT controls with NIST 800-171 standards. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on leadership approach, strong technical depth, and the ability to guide both daily support and long-term improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

- Lead the administration and performance of enterprise IT systems, ensuring stable and secure day-to-day operations across the environment.

- Manage and maintain Active Directory services, including user access, group policies, and overall directory health.

- Oversee backup and recovery strategies to protect business-critical data and improve system resilience.

- Direct the configuration, support, and optimization of Cisco-based network infrastructure to maintain reliable connectivity.

- Coordinate the setup, maintenance, and lifecycle management of computer hardware and related endpoint technologies.

- Establish and enforce configuration management practices to improve consistency, control changes, and reduce operational risk.

- Drive security and compliance efforts by aligning technical processes and controls with NIST 800-171 requirements.

- Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, provide technical leadership to support teams, and recommend practical improvements to the IT environment. Requirements - Demonstrated experience in an IT Manager or IT Director capacity with responsibility for infrastructure, systems, and support operations.

- Strong working knowledge of NIST 800-171 and experience applying its requirements within an organizational IT environment.

- Hands-on expertise with Active Directory administration in a business setting.

- Proven background managing backup technologies and recovery planning for critical systems.

- Solid experience with Cisco technologies, including network support, configuration, and performance management.

- Familiarity with computer hardware support, deployment, and asset lifecycle oversight.

- Experience with configuration management practices and change control within enterprise IT operations. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.®

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