IT Specialist
Houston, TX /
Administration – Back Office /
Full-Time
/ On-site
Umbrage delivers cutting-edge software solutions by leveraging advanced trends and designs in technology. We are not a consultancy nor a design agency; we are artisans in designing and developing software solutions for our clients. Our focus is crafting state of the art digital products with impeccable design coupled with source code engineering.
Open communication is the foundation of our culture. We share ideas freely and understand that our cumulative experience and continued development nurtures excellence in our software solutions.
As an IT Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring our technology infrastructure's efficient and effective operation. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of our hardware, systems, and providing support to our team members.
Responsibilities
- Managing and maintaining our computer systems, servers, and networks
- Troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and resolving them in a timely manner
- Installing and configuring software applications, operating systems, and other technology solutions
- Monitoring the performance of our systems, and identifying areas for improvement
- Maintaining security and data privacy across all systems and networks
- Providing technical support to team members, and assisting them with any IT-related issues
- Staying up-to-date with the latest technology trends and developments, and making recommendations for improvements to our systems and infrastructure
Education, Experience and Key Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- At least 3 years of experience in a similar IT role
- Strong knowledge of networking, operating systems, and software applications
- Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V
- Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused attitude
Umbrage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions regarding employment shall be made without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state or local laws.
