Systems administrator jobs in McAllen, TX

**Company:** Corning **The company built on breakthroughs. ** **Join us. ** Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what's possible. How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations - not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more. Come break through with us. Corning's businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with: + Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives + Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected + Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light + Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences + Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation **Role Purpose** A regional security systems administrator/project manager plays a critical role in ensuring the effective operation and management of security systems within Corning. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, project management skills, and experience in implementing and maintaining security measures. LOCATION: McAllen, TX **Key Responsibilities** 1. **Security Systems Administration:** + Assess and analyze existing security systems to identify vulnerabilities and develop suitable solutions. + Install, configure, and maintain security systems such as intrusion detection systems, access control systems, and CCTV cameras. + Monitor security systems to detect and respond to any potential threats or breaches. + Conduct regular audits and security assessments to ensure compliance with industry best practices, regulations, and internal policies. + Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate security systems and technologies into the overall IT infrastructure. 1. **Project Management:** + Manage security-related projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery, within budget, and meeting quality standards. + Develop project plans, schedules, and objectives, and identify resource requirements. + Coordinate with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and contractors to ensure smooth project execution. + Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project team members. + Identify and mitigate project risks and escalate issues when necessary. + Provide regular project status updates to project teams and stakeholders. 1. **Security Strategy and Planning:** + Implement security strategies, policies, and procedures to protect organizational assets. + Conduct risk assessments and recommend appropriate security controls and countermeasures. + Stay updated on industry trends, emerging threats, and new technologies to continuously enhance security measures. + Collaborate with other departments to develop business continuity and disaster recovery plans. + Assist in the development and delivery of security awareness and technology related training programs 1. **Day to Day Responsibilities:** + Manage security systems and devices installation and maintenance regionally, to ensure operability, reliability and application security requirements are maintained. + Direct responsibility for security system design and review with security operations, project teams and customer. + Responsible for ensuring security systems meet global security standards. + Perform system programming on system installation projects and communicate change management related to system maintenance. + Work closely with global database and application administrators for audit and compliance, answer questions and perform client testing on regional security systems. + Work directly with IT to ensure that all security system network requirements are met. + Primary contact for initial security system related service requests. + Troubleshoot and diagnose system issues and coordinate repair. + Provide initial assessment of service calls and route to the next appropriate level of escalation, local correction or assign the work to our local service provider. **Travel Requirements:** + < 25% **Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:** + Regular work schedule: 8:00a - 5:00p + Monday through Friday with response capability as business needs dictate. **Experiences/Education - Required** + Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, or Associate's degree and 5 years' experience. + CPP Certified + Proven experience as a security systems administrator, project manager, or in a similar role. + In-depth knowledge of security systems, protocols, and standards such as access control, CCTV, visitor management, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPN, two-factor authentication, and encryption methods. + Strong project management skills with experience in planning, scheduling, and managing multiple projects simultaneously. + Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to identify security risks and develop appropriate solutions. + Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage stakeholders effectively. + Strong communication and interpersonal skills to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical individuals. + Proficient in MS Windows systems administration / applications like XLS, DOC, PPT, and Adobe Pro. + Bilingual (English and Spanish). **Experiences/Education - Desired** + Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) are preferred. + Lenel S2 certification. Master level certification preferred. + ExacqVision systems experience preferred. + Working knowledge of Power-Bi and CAD/Blue Beam. **This position does not support immigration sponsorship.** The range for this position is $95,182.00 - $130,875.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. **A job that shapes a life. ** **Corning offers you the total package. ** Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one. + Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win. + As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning's total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service. + Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family. + Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at. **Nearest Major Market:** Mc Allen