<p>We are looking for a skilled IT Administrator in Dallas, Texas. In this Contract position, you will play a critical role in managing network operations, providing end-user support, and ensuring the seamless functioning of IT systems across a large campus. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on individual with a collaborative mindset and strong technical expertise. Our client is specifically looking for someone with M365 Admin Portal & Azure experience handling network connectivity, user set up, password re-set, access, licenses, distro lists, etc.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>POSITION: IT ADMINISTRATOR</strong></p><p><strong>LOCATION: DALLAS, 75206</strong></p><p><strong>DURATION: 6 MONTH CONTRACT OPTION TO GO PERMANENT</strong></p><p><strong>RATE: $32 - $38/HOUR</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Administer and maintain network connections, ensuring secure and efficient operations.</p><p>• Provide comprehensive help desk support, resolving tickets related to new user setups, remote access, and connectivity challenges.</p><p>• Collaborate with IT staff and third-party vendors to optimize network performance and address technical issues.</p><p>• Conduct network topology reviews and ensure all hardware is functioning properly within closets and other locations.</p><p>• Assist with IT resource allocation for a large campus, including equipment upgrades and replacements.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with security protocols and maintain a straightforward, reliable network infrastructure.</p>
<p>We are looking for a highly skilled Firewall Engineer I to join our team on a long-term contract basis. Based in Corinth, Texas, this role focuses on safeguarding enterprise networks and ensuring optimal performance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network architecture, cybersecurity, and incident response, playing a crucial role in maintaining system reliability and protection against cyber threats.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Design, implement, and manage enterprise-level network infrastructure to ensure high availability and scalability.</li><li>Configure and maintain essential network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.</li><li>Optimize network performance and troubleshoot issues to identify and resolve root causes effectively.</li><li>Deploy robust security solutions such as firewalls, endpoint protection, and SIEM systems to protect against cyber threats.</li><li>Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and address security risks.</li><li>Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures that align with industry standards.</li><li>Monitor security alerts and lead incident response activities to address potential threats promptly.</li><li>Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, diagrams, and processes for auditing and compliance purposes.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT Support and DevOps, to implement secure solutions.</li><li>Provide advanced technical support and training to internal teams to ensure effective use of network and security systems.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Our Client</strong> is seeking a highly skilled and proactive <strong>Senior Systems Engineer</strong> to join their IT Infrastructure team. This role is a cornerstone of technical operations, responsible for architecting, maintaining, and securing the mission-critical systems that power their financial services.</p><p>As a Senior Engineer, you will bridge the gap between high-level architectural design and hands-on technical execution. You will lead complex projects, mentor junior staff, and ensure a hybrid environment—spanning on-premises Cisco networking, VMware/Horizon VDI, and Azure cloud services—operates at peak performance and security.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Title: Systems Engineer </strong></p><p><strong>Location: Carrollton, Tx </strong></p><p><strong>Duration: 6 month extensions possible </strong></p><p><strong>Pay: $50-65 per hour </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li><strong>Infrastructure Architecture & Leadership:</strong> Lead the design, testing, and implementation of complex technical projects. Research and architect infrastructure and security solutions in collaboration with the Security team.</li><li><strong>Systems Administration:</strong> Install, configure, and maintain technical infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance of Enterprise systems.</li><li><strong>VDI & Virtualization Management:</strong> Serve as a Subject Matter Expert in Horizon VDI and VMware environments (7+ years of experience required).</li><li><strong>Cloud Operations:</strong> Manage and optimize the Azure platform, including virtual machines, block storage, Entra ID (Active Directory), virtual networks, and VPN gateways.</li><li><strong>Network & Hardware Support:</strong> Perform mid-to-advanced network administration, including the configuration of Cisco switches and routers.</li><li><strong>Disaster Recovery & Data Protection:</strong> Oversee backup procedures and Disaster Recovery (DR) protocols, utilizing <strong>Pure Storage</strong> for on-premises backup solutions.</li><li><strong>Automation & Efficiency:</strong> Identify and lead efforts to automate repetitive IT processes to improve departmental scaling.</li><li><strong>Security & Compliance:</strong> Monitor system and software security in cooperation with security administrators, ensuring all actions meet organizational confidentiality policies and values.</li><li><strong>Collaboration & Mentorship:</strong> Supervise and mentor junior engineers. Coordinate with outside vendors and cross-functional teams to solve complex problems.</li><li><strong>Documentation & Support:</strong> Prepare and maintain rigorous system documentation. Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation to support mission-critical operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an AI Engineer to lead the integration of artificial intelligence and automation into cutting-edge systems. Based in Dallas, Texas, this role is an exciting opportunity to design, develop, and deploy AI-powered applications while leveraging cloud-native technologies and modern engineering practices. The ideal candidate will be passionate about utilizing AI tools to enhance workflows, streamline processes, and drive innovation.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain user interfaces and backend services using modern programming frameworks.<br>• Design and optimize relational database schemas, queries, and stored procedures.<br>• Integrate AI models and services into applications to improve functionality and workflows.<br>• Build and deploy automation workflows using tools such as n8n and Zapier.<br>• Utilize AI-assisted development tools like Copilot and ChatGPT to enhance engineering efficiency.<br>• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline processes through AI and automation.<br>• Develop and deploy solutions within Microsoft Azure, ensuring scalability and security.<br>• Collaborate on cloud platform identity, integration, and security best practices.<br>• Work within a Windows-based environment while leveraging Microsoft 365 tools.<br>• Ensure high performance, scalability, and security across all application layers.
We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to develop and optimize enterprise data systems that support analytics and digital solutions. In this role, you will design and implement robust data architectures, ensuring seamless data integration and transformation processes across the organization. Your expertise will drive the creation of reliable pipelines and scalable infrastructure, enabling advanced analytics and machine learning capabilities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and implement scalable data pipelines using Databricks, Spark, and Delta Lake to support enterprise-level analytics.<br>• Develop and maintain efficient data models tailored for AI, analytics, and operational systems.<br>• Lead Master Data Management initiatives to establish unified and accurate data records across platforms.<br>• Create batch and near-real-time data processing workflows for structured and semi-structured datasets.<br>• Collaborate with AI and software development teams to ensure delivery of high-quality datasets for machine learning.<br>• Define and enforce data architecture standards, ensuring scalability, reliability, and governance.<br>• Troubleshoot and optimize data systems to maintain performance and reliability in complex environments.<br>• Partner with cloud and IT teams to integrate modern data platforms and ensure seamless functionality.
<p>Our client is looking for an experienced Data Governance Analyst to join their growing team. They need someone who can: Lead the development and implementation of data governance frameworks to support academic, administrative, and research data needs across the university system. Establish data stewardship roles and clarify data ownership for key institutional domains such as student information, financial aid, HR, research compliance, and finance. Create and enforce data policies, standards, and procedures to improve data quality, accuracy, accessibility, and security across campuses and departments. Ensure compliance with higher-ed regulatory and reporting requirements (e.g., FERPA, IPEDS, NCAA, state reporting), and coordinate with Legal, IT Security, and Institutional Compliance teams. Implement and optimize governance technology (data catalog, lineage, and quality tools) to support system-wide reporting, analytics, and decision support. Promote data literacy and provide training to faculty, staff, and administrators to enhance responsible and effective data use. Facilitate collaboration across academic units, administrative offices, and central IT to align governance efforts with institutional priorities and operational needs. Monitor data quality and governance KPIs, report progress to leadership, and drive continuous improvement to support strategic planning, accreditation, and institutional research initiatives. Expereince as a Data Governance analyst. They have a fragmented Data Governance framework in place, and the goal is for this person to unify it across the enterprise. The ideal candidate will be a data Governance Analyst looking for a more challenging opportunity to lead the implementation of Purview and advancing our data governance practices. Administration experience with Microsoft Purview or a similar tool like Collibra, Informatica, Databricks, Etc. This role will be assisting to connect Microsoft Fabric to Purview. Experience with Microsoft Purview is preferred. They have the Data Security layer of Purview implemented. This role will be working with the Microsoft partner implement the Data Governance layer (Unified Data Catalogue, Data Quality, Data Lineage, Data Health management.) See attached overview. Excellent communication skills. Someone who will lead change and help advance their DG practice. Get buy in from stakeholders. </p>