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# IT Operations Manager

- **Company:** Meridian
- **Location:** El Paso, TX, United States
- **Salary:** $70,000.0 - $80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Databases, Disaster Recovery, Identity and Access Management, IT Management, Information Technology Operations, Network Security, Network Service, Software Deployment, Virtualization Technology, Software Licensing, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, System Availability, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Network Server, Servicenow
- **Published:** November 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1b544cb5c654c087

## About the Role

* Experience in IT operations management, infrastructure management, systems administration, or technology service delivery.
 * Strong understanding of enterprise IT environments, including servers, networking, operating systems, databases, and cloud infrastructure.
 * Experience managing technical teams, coordinating IT projects, and overseeing infrastructure maintenance and service delivery.
 * Knowledge of IT service management practices, including incident management, problem management, change control, and service continuity.
 * Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud, along with virtualization technologies and enterprise applications.
 * Understanding of network security, identity and access management (IAM), endpoint protection, backup procedures, and disaster recovery planning.
 * Experience with IT asset management, vendor coordination, technology procurement, and budget administration.
 * Ability to interpret system performance metrics, identify operational risks, and develop practical solutions.
 * Familiarity with IT service management platforms such as ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, or similar tools.
 * Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.
 * A bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, information systems, or a related discipline is preferred; equivalent professional experience is also valuable.
 * ITIL certification, project management qualifications, or relevant cloud certifications are an advantage.

## Description

* Oversee daily IT operations, including infrastructure management, network services, system administration, application support, and technical service delivery.
 * Manage IT operations staff, assign responsibilities, establish priorities, and support employee development across technical teams.
 * Monitor the performance, availability, and reliability of servers, networks, databases, cloud platforms, and business-critical applications.
 * Coordinate infrastructure upgrades, system maintenance, software deployments, and technology improvements with relevant departments.
 * Establish procedures for incident response, problem resolution, change management, and IT service continuity.
 * Manage relationships with technology vendors, service providers, and external consultants, including service agreements and support contracts.
 * Develop and monitor IT budgets, operating expenses, equipment requirements, and resource allocation plans.
 * Review system performance reports, service metrics, and operational risks to identify areas requiring improvement.
 * Ensure appropriate cybersecurity controls, access management procedures, data protection practices, and disaster recovery measures are maintained.
 * Oversee IT asset management, software licensing, hardware procurement, and technology inventory records.
 * Collaborate with business leaders to understand technology requirements and plan IT initiatives that support operational objectives.
 * Prepare management reports covering infrastructure performance, service delivery, project progress, and departmental expenditure.