About the role

What will you do at HCSS?

We are HCSS. For the last 40 years, we have been developing software to help

construction companies streamline their operations. Based in Sugar Land, TX, our

mission is helping customers achieve excellence through our proven

customer-centric, end-to-end solutions and exceptionally helpful service, while

providing a great life for our employees. With this mission at the core of

everything we do, HCSS is a pioneer and leader in the construction software

space and a consistently recognized employer. We have earned Best Companies to

Work for in Texas honors for 18 consecutive years and have been named a USA

Today Top Workplace. HCSS has also been recognized by Built In as a Best Place

to Work in Greater Houston and by Construction Executive for our technology

innovation, reflecting our strong culture, industry leadership, and commitment

to excellence.

WHO WE NEED:

The ideal candidate will be a technologist who is comfortable balancing

cloud-based services with on-premises solutions. We prefer to share how success

is achieved rather than providing an ambiguous list of duties.

Qualifications

* Have 3+ years of experience in public cloud and Network administration
* Preferred candidates will have an Undergraduate degree in Computer
Science/Computer Information Systems, and/or an Advanced Degree
* Strong knowledge of networking particularly Switching with Cisco/Cisco Meraki
* Proficiency in Azure infrastructure services such as DHCP, DNS, AD, ENTRA ID,
vNet, FrontDoor, Private Endpoint, Traffic Manager, Network Security Group,
and similar technologies in AWS
* Expert knowledge of SIEM and SOAR, Certificate management, Zero Trust
Framework, Identity Providers, ACL, and Defender for Cloud
* Expert knowledge of IDS and IPS systems, Network monitoring tools, and
advanced proxy
* Possess great oral and written communication skills with the ability to
explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
* Proficiency in PowerShell or a similar scripting language, SQL, and
automation platform such as Tray.io or Workato
* Proficiency in using AI as a Thought Partner
Role

Responsibilities

* Oversee network security and access control. Collaborate with
cross-functional teams to address network-related needs and challenges.
Analyze and resolve complex network and security issues
* Provide innovative solutions to networking needs and be a subject matter
expert in the IT department
* Assess and implement cybersecurity measures; manage ongoing maintenance of
network security systems
* Research and recommend technology to support network capacity planning
towards future hardware, software and service acquisition and maintain
acceptable service levels
* Manage technical operations and maintenance of the data center. Monitor
connectivity - LAN & WAN, security, other infrastructure
* Plan, organize and document complex system design activities and configure
systems to be consistent with policies/procedures
* Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of hardware and software, including firmware
patching schedules and hardware refresh cycles for on-premises equipment
* Act as a technical lead during major network outages, coordinate
communication and resolution efforts
Work Schedule:
* Hybrid (2–3 days per week in-office)
BENEFITS & PERKS:
Part of our mission is to provide a great life for our employees. We believe
that when our people are happy, they do their best work. Some of the benefits
and perks we offer include:
* Flexible hybrid schedule
* Medical, dental, and vision coverage with company-paid and employee-paid
options
* Paid holidays, sick days, and personal time off
* Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that foster connection and inclusion
* On-site amenities including a covered basketball court, soccer field, track,
pickleball/tennis courts, gym, etc.
* Dog-friendly campus and WiFi-accessible courtyards
* 401(k) with a 5% company match
* Coverage for employee professional development and wellness
* And more!

Which skills does this role require?

Public Cloud AdministrationNetwork AdministrationCisco SwitchingZero Trust FrameworkIDS/IPS SystemsAutomation PlatformsAI Thought PartnershipActive DirectoryLANWANFirmware PatchingNetwork Capacity Planning

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