Job description: Serve as an escalation point with responsibility for servers, networks, security, and cloud platforms. · Install, configure, and maintain Windows servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPOs, and file/print services. · Manage end user support for Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Intune, OneDrive) and Azure Active Directory environments. · Monitor system performance, network connectivity, and security compliance using tools such as Fortinet, Bitdefender, and other compliance related applications. · Research, evaluate, and recommend IT infrastructure solutions to meet business requirements. · Implement infrastructure upgrades, including patching, backups, and resource optimization. · Deploy and maintain services in Windows, virtualized, and containerized environments (VMware, Hyper-V). · Provide incident resolution, problem determination, and root-cause analysis. · Support disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution. · Document processes, maintain technical knowledge base, and coach entry level IT staff. · Complete small projects, infrastructure deployments, and system migrations according to deadlines. · Maintain SSL certificates, domain registrations, and system security standards
<p>We’re seeking a highly skilled <strong>Senior Network Engineer</strong> with deep expertise in <strong>wireless technologies</strong>, <strong>F5 load balancing</strong>, and <strong>Palo Alto firewalls</strong> to join our global infrastructure team. This role is ideal for a technical leader who thrives in complex environments, understands the business impact of network performance, and is passionate about securing and optimizing enterprise networks.</p><p>You’ll be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining high-performance wireless networks, managing advanced F5 configurations, and enforcing robust security policies through Palo Alto platforms—all while collaborating with global IT teams to support mission-critical systems.</p><p>🔧 Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise-grade <strong>wireless networks</strong> using <strong>Aruba</strong> and <strong>Cisco Meraki</strong>, ensuring coverage, performance, and security</li><li>Manage and optimize <strong>F5 LTM/GTM</strong> environments, including traffic steering, SSL offloading, and application delivery</li><li>Implement and maintain <strong>Palo Alto firewalls</strong>, including policy creation, threat prevention, and access control</li><li>Monitor and troubleshoot network performance using tools like <strong>SolarWinds</strong>, <strong>ThousandEyes</strong>, and <strong>F5 Analytics</strong></li><li>Ensure secure authentication via <strong>Cisco ISE</strong> (802.1x, RADIUS, TACACS) across wired and wireless infrastructure</li><li>Maintain proxy solutions such as <strong>Zscaler</strong>, <strong>McAfee</strong>, and <strong>Palo Alto GlobalProtect</strong></li><li>Collaborate with global IT teams to address security concerns and implement new systems</li><li>Document network architecture, cabling layouts, and operational procedures</li><li>Participate in on-call rotation and support a <strong>Follow the Sun</strong> operational model</li><li>Support telephony systems including <strong>Audiocodes SBC</strong> and <strong>Microsoft Teams</strong> integration</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulatory and security standards across network infrastructure</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p> Follow Shad on LinkedIn at #chalkboardtalk or Instagram at shadliraRH for videos on his open roles! Shad and his team at Robert Half is working with a PE backed client in the Houston market place. This company is in the infrastructure space and company is looking for a financial analyst. This role reports into a dynamic and supportive leader. A snapshot of this position a candidate will perform support monthly, quarterly, and annual budgeting and forecasting for energy and data center development, reconcile financial statements and investigate variances across operating expenses, capital expenditures, and revenues, track and analyze cash flow, including inflows, outflows, and working capital trends, assist with financial analysis for capital projects, including energy efficiency and capacity expansion initiatives and prepare financial reports, dashboards, and management presentations for leadership. Requirements for this role candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, 1 plus year’s financial analysis experience, advanced Microsoft Excel, experience with Power BI and the desire to work in a capital intensive business. Company has a flexible work model and company offers base salary, bonus potential and benefits. For confidential consideration for this opportunity please e-mail Shad at [email protected] with your Microsoft Word Resume with Financial Analyst in the subject line.</p>
<p>We are looking for a highly skilled Remote Oracle Cloud Database Administrator to join our team in Texas, must be able to go onsite in Houston or Dallas market. In this role, you will be responsible for managing, securing, and optimizing Oracle Exadata systems across on-premises and cloud environments. Your expertise in database architecture, advanced security measures, and performance tuning will ensure the seamless operation and protection of mission-critical systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and maintain Oracle Exadata systems, including storage, compute nodes, and networks across both on-premises and cloud environments.</p><p>• Implement advanced security protocols such as encryption, access controls, and auditing to safeguard database environments.</p><p>• Perform installations, configurations, patching, and upgrades of Exadata software and firmware with minimal disruption.</p><p>• Monitor database performance, identify and resolve issues proactively, and optimize systems for peak efficiency.</p><p>• Develop and execute comprehensive backup and recovery plans to support business continuity and disaster recovery.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address database-related requirements while ensuring compliance and security standards.</p><p>• Automate routine database administration and security processes using scripting languages to enhance efficiency.</p><p>• Participate in capacity planning and disaster recovery exercises, focusing on secure architecture and compliance.</p><p>• Provide 24/7 production support, including handling urgent incidents related to database performance or security.</p>
We are looking for a dedicated In-House Counsel to join our team in Houston, Texas. This role requires a legal expert with expertise in renewable energy and infrastructure to support a growing portfolio of projects. The ideal candidate will collaborate with internal teams to provide legal guidance, assess risks, and manage contractual agreements, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, interpret, and advise on various commercial contracts, including power agreements, vendor contracts, and development arrangements.<br>• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to evaluate contractual risks and provide recommendations on pricing and commercial terms.<br>• Offer legal expertise for renewable energy and digital infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment.<br>• Identify potential legal and regulatory risks, proposing practical solutions to mitigate challenges.<br>• Support the execution of deals and oversee contract approval processes throughout development phases.<br>• Partner with the General Counsel to shape legal strategies, ensure compliance, and optimize internal processes.<br>• Enhance and streamline contract review procedures within the legal function to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Systems Security Administrator to join our team in Houston Texas. This role focuses on managing and enhancing Windows-based IT environments while supporting security operations to ensure the integrity and protection of organizational systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining system reliability and implementing security measures that align with best practices.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory and file services, to ensure optimal performance.</p><p>• Configure and manage Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to enforce system settings and user access policies.</p><p>• Conduct regular system monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization to maintain service availability.</p><p>• Perform patch management and updates across servers and endpoints to address vulnerabilities and ensure compliance.</p><p>• Develop and maintain detailed documentation for system configurations, procedures, and changes.</p><p>• Support the deployment and enforcement of security controls across IT infrastructure.</p><p>• Assist in managing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) tools and policies to safeguard sensitive information.</p><p>• Collaborate with security teams to address vulnerabilities, apply security patches, and enhance system hardening.</p><p>• Participate in audits and compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to access control and security frameworks.</p><p>• Contribute to the implementation of cybersecurity measures and related operational improvements.</p>
<p><strong>Prior Roles</strong></p><ul><li>Previously held a role responsible for design and implementation of IT systems crossing multiple operational contexts (e.g. infrastructure + applications; applications + network; cloud + on premises)</li><li>Prior experience as a Solutions Architect, Solutions Engineer, or in a “hands-on” systems design role in a pre-sales or “Customer Success” role strongly preferred</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Technical Experience and Knowledge</strong></p><ul><li>Recent hands-on design, deployment, and/or administration experience in Windows Server and Linux systems administration</li><li>Working familiarity with Unix variants and Mac OS; prior administration experience a plus</li><li>Working familiarity with Microsoft Azure and other IaaS providers preferred</li><li>Strong enterprise networking design, deployment, and/or administration experience</li><li>Working familiarity with enterprise-class vendors and product lines strongly preferred (e.g. Cisco, Cisco Meraki, HPE/Aruba, Juniper, Extreme, Brocade)</li><li>Working familiarity with enterprise-class network security appliance vendors and product lines strongly preferred (e.g. Cisco, Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, Fortinet)</li><li>Working familiarity with SMB/”prosumer” vendors and product lines a plus (e.g. Ubiquiti/UBNT, SonicWall, Mikrotik) a plus</li><li>Working familiarity with load balancers, VPN appliances/concentrators a plus</li><li>In depth understanding of current enterprise design patterns and norms for basic networking capabilities/concepts (e.g. TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLAN segmentation, routing and switching, wireless)</li><li>Strong familiarity with SMB and entry-level on premises computing infrastructure technologies</li><li>Working familiarity with multiple server hardware vendors and associated management tools/platforms (e.g. Dell, HPE, Cisco, SuperMicro) strongly preferred</li><li>Working familiarity with hypervisor platforms (e.g. VMware vSphere/ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, Nutanix AHV, or others) strongly preferred</li><li>Strong familiarity with enterprise storage</li><li>Working familiarity with DAS, SAN, and NAS/filer solutions</li><li>Working understanding of contemporary network storage protocols and interconnect methods (e.g. iSCSI, CIFS, FibreChannel, NFS)</li><li>Strong familiarity with basic on premises infrastructure management best practices</li><li>Rack management</li><li>Power and cooling demand management</li><li>Strong familiarity with scripting for administrative, auditing, and other operational purposes</li><li>Prior experience writing PowerShell, Python, BASH/other Linux shell scripts strongly preferred </li><li>Prior experience with typical infrastructure and server/endpoint management toolsets</li><li>Performance and capacity management tools</li><li>Endpoint management / RMM platforms</li><li>Patch and vulnerability management tools</li><li>Prior experience with capacity planning, VM/server “right-sizing”, performance analysis</li><li>Prior experience and ownership designing server, network, application solutions through deployment phase</li><li>Prior experience administrating Office 365 services</li><li>Prior experience administrating Microsoft Exchange, Google G Suite/Workspace is a plus</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our Client is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Part-Time Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team on a long-term contract basis. You will play a key role in supporting day-to-day processing of vendor invoices, payments, and related financial transactions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, and comfortable working independently while ensuring the smooth operation of a growing company within the clean energy and digital infrastructure sector.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Receive, review, and process vendor invoices for accuracy, proper coding, and authorization</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders, receipts, and contracts</li><li>Prepare and process weekly payment runs (checks, ACH, wire transfers)</li><li>Enter and maintain accurate data in the accounting system (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar ERP)</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Maintain organized filing systems (digital and physical) for accounts payable documentation</li><li>Assist with month-end closing activities, including accruals and reporting</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and invoice issues</li><li>Support other finance team tasks as needed (expense report processing, basic reporting)</li></ul>
<p>The position requires limited supervision and responsibilities include: </p><p>• Take a lead role in a consulting project and direct a team of analysts and technical consultants. </p><p>• The Principal Consultant will be expected to drive change by supporting the CIO/CTO to set the right agenda to transform IT and their business. </p><p>• Lead and deliver on consulting projects and contribute to the overall development of the Cloud and Infrastructure Transformation Practice. </p><p>• Understand cloud technologies and vendors, as well as the industries in which our clients operate. </p><p>• Provide advisory consultancy to shape hybrid cloud platforms and enable customers to embrace digital transformation. . </p><p>• Lead the estimating and planning of projects. . </p><p>• Build and develop new client/alliance relationships. </p><p>• Mentor our team members to help them achieve maximum potential. </p><p>• Leads and oversees the development and documentation of comprehensive business cases to assess the costs, benefits, ROI, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of highly unique or complex solution proposals. </p><p>• Define the impact of requirements on upstream and downstream solution components • Review, evaluate, and prioritize value gaps and opportunities for process enhancements or efficiencies. </p><p>• Be a Cloud evangelist. Educate customers of all sizes on the value proposition of Cloud. </p><p>• Lead deep architectural discussions and design exercises to create world-class solutions built on AWS, Azure or GCP while ensuring solutions are designed for successful deployment in the cloud. </p><p>• Collaborate with company leadership on best practices, cloud solution approaches and cloud practice expansions. </p><p>• Contribute to all aspects of the project life cycle, including design, development, testing, and support. </p><p>• Work with product owners and C-level executives to build the vision and design a flexible architecture, then work with the team to implement and maintain that vision. </p><p>• Make recommendations to improve operational processes relative to efficiency and effectiveness. </p><p>• Ensure customer success in designing, building and migrating applications, software, and services on cloud platforms. </p><p>• Work with sales teams and C-level executives to formulate and execute a sales strategy to exceed revenue objectives through the adoption of cloud. </p><p>• Obtain customer pain points and market demand to help define compelling services and extend solution offerings. </p><p>• Manage multiple project engagements and priorities autonomously and in parallel. </p>
We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to join our team in Houston, Texas. As part of the Manufacturing industry, you will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining data infrastructure critical to our operations. This is a long-term contract position that offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects and collaborate with a dynamic team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and implement scalable data pipelines to support business operations and analytics.<br>• Develop, test, and maintain ETL processes for efficient data extraction, transformation, and loading.<br>• Utilize tools such as Apache Spark and Hadoop to manage and process large datasets.<br>• Integrate and optimize data streaming platforms like Apache Kafka.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data solutions align with organizational goals.<br>• Monitor and troubleshoot data systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.<br>• Create and maintain documentation for data processes and systems.<br>• Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend improvements to enhance data engineering practices.<br>• Ensure data security and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in Houston, Texas. This role involves overseeing financial reporting and accounting operations for a dynamic upstream gas infrastructure business. The position requires a strong leader who can manage complex accounting processes, ensure compliance, and provide critical financial insights to senior management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and manage a team of project controllers to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.<br>• Oversee the general ledger for multiple entities, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Direct monthly close cycles and prepare quarterly and annual financial reports.<br>• Manage fixed asset accounting processes and impairment assessments.<br>• Coordinate internal and external audit support and ensure audits are completed efficiently.<br>• Establish and maintain accounting policies and procedures for the upstream business.<br>• Provide detailed financial analysis and reporting to senior management.<br>• Ensure adherence to controls related to financial reporting and fixed assets.<br>• Monitor technical accounting issues and implement solutions as needed.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Houston, Texas on a part time (24 hours per week) basis. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial operations and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company at the forefront of renewable energy solutions, including biogas, carbon capture, and green energy transitions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Establish and oversee financial infrastructure, including banking relationships, treasury management, and tax registrations.</p><p>• Manage daily financial processes, ensuring timely and accurate bookkeeping, payment processing, and record maintenance.</p><p>• Perform reconciliations for profit and loss accounts and balance sheets, identifying discrepancies and ensuring accuracy.</p><p>• Execute monthly and quarterly closing procedures to maintain financial integrity.</p><p>• Prepare and submit federal, state, and local tax filings, including sales tax and informational returns.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with US financial regulations, accounting standards, and company policies.</p><p>• Monitor and review accounting operations to align with organizational goals and frameworks.</p><p>• Provide support for audits and collaborate with external parties to ensure financial transparency.</p><p>• Analyze financial data and generate reports to assist in strategic decision-making.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Cloud Developer to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this long-term contract position, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-based solutions tailored to the energy and natural resources industry. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technologies and contribute to the development of innovative solutions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and deploy scalable cloud solutions using AWS and Azure services.<br>• Develop and integrate AI-powered applications to enhance operational efficiency.<br>• Implement automation tools, such as Ansible, to streamline processes and improve system performance.<br>• Optimize cloud infrastructure through advanced techniques like auto-scaling and resource allocation.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align AI strategies with business goals.<br>• Create and maintain pipelines for data processing and machine learning workflows using Azure ML and Azure Pipelines.<br>• Conduct process modeling and mapping to identify opportunities for AI integration.<br>• Deploy and manage AI models on cloud platforms, ensuring reliability and scalability.<br>• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud environments to ensure optimal performance.<br>• Stay updated with emerging cloud technologies and AI advancements to drive innovation.
We are looking for an experienced Network Architect to design and implement advanced infrastructure solutions tailored to meet organizational needs. This role requires expertise in system architecture, cloud-based platforms, and secure network operations to support business-critical applications. Join our team in The Woodlands, Texas, where you will help shape and optimize the backbone of our technology systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement robust network architectures that align with business objectives.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and integrate solutions for identity and access management (IAM).<br>• Design and oversee API development processes to ensure seamless system interoperability.<br>• Lead efforts in configuring and managing Amazon EC2 instances for scalable cloud operations.<br>• Optimize application architecture to enhance performance and security across platforms.<br>• Provide technical guidance for Snowflake integration and ensure efficient data warehousing.<br>• Monitor and troubleshoot network performance to maintain high availability and reliability.<br>• Establish and enforce security protocols to safeguard critical systems and data.<br>• Conduct regular evaluations of infrastructure to identify areas for improvement.<br>• Document processes and provide training to ensure effective knowledge transfer.
We are looking for an experienced Penetration Tester to join our cybersecurity team and enhance the security of our Windows-based systems. The ideal candidate will play a key role in identifying vulnerabilities, conducting simulated attacks, and implementing strategies to safeguard critical infrastructure, including servers, endpoints, and Active Directory environments. This position offers an opportunity to apply advanced penetration testing techniques and collaborate with IT teams to strengthen security measures.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform penetration tests and security evaluations of Windows environments, including Active Directory, servers, endpoints, and domain controllers.<br>• Execute red team scenarios to simulate real-world attack tactics, techniques, and procedures.<br>• Identify and exploit vulnerabilities within Windows systems, applications, and networks, documenting findings comprehensively.<br>• Develop and utilize custom scripts and tools using programming languages such as PowerShell, Python, C++, or C#.<br>• Work closely with IT teams to address security gaps and implement mitigation strategies.<br>• Prepare detailed reports outlining vulnerabilities and actionable recommendations to fortify Windows infrastructure.<br>• Stay updated on emerging threats, attack vectors, and techniques targeting Windows-based systems.<br>• Evaluate Group Policy Objects and other system configurations to ensure adherence to security standards.<br>• Support the improvement of cybersecurity practices by sharing insights and conducting knowledge transfer sessions.
<p>We are seeking a <strong>hands-on technical manager</strong> to lead and actively contribute to the design, implementation, and operation of enterprise IT infrastructure. This role combines leadership with deep technical expertise, focusing on <strong>data center technologies, networking, virtualization, and cloud platforms</strong> to ensure reliability, performance, and security across hybrid environments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as a <strong>technical lead</strong>, actively configuring, troubleshooting, and optimizing infrastructure systems.</li><li>Manage and participate in the administration of <strong>data center technologies</strong>, including servers, storage, and <strong>VMware virtualization</strong>.</li><li>Design and maintain <strong>enterprise networking solutions</strong>, including <strong>SD-WAN</strong>, network segmentation, and advanced security practices.</li><li>Lead <strong>cloud architecture and migration projects</strong>, with hands-on experience in <strong>Azure</strong> and hybrid cloud environments.</li><li>Implement and manage <strong>Infrastructure as Code (IaC)</strong> and <strong>DevOps practices</strong> for automation and scalability.</li><li>Ensure operational excellence, cybersecurity resilience, and compliance with industry standards.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable, and cost-effective technology solutions.</li><li>Mentor and guide team members while remaining actively involved in technical execution.</li></ul><p><br></p>
