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critical systems mep engineer data center operations houston

EdgeConneX

<div><div><p>Led by an experienced management team and supported by a strong investor group, including large and experienced institutions and strategic partners, EdgeConneX offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where we are bringing flexibility, proximity, power, and connectivity to some of the world's key businesses. With major offices in Herndon, Denver, and Amsterdam, we have a global footprint and a unified team of employees committed to providing a premier customer experience and delivering the full spectrum of data center solutions, from core to edge, like no other data center provider can do.</p>
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Focused on driving innovation and helping our customers define and deliver their own unique vision for the Edge, at any scale, in any market worldwide, for any requirement, we are building tomorrow's data center infrastructure, today for some of the world's most demanding Network, Content, and Cloud customers.</p></div><p></p>
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Critical Systems Engineer</b></h3>
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EdgeConneX is in search for its next Critical Systems Engineer. The Critical Systems Engineer is a member of the Operations Support team and provides Level 2 escalation support from our Critical Systems Coordinators. This role brings deep expertise in mission-critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure and supports the reliability, safety, and efficiency of EdgeConneX data centers. The CSE serves as a technical authority for the maintenance and operational oversight of critical systems, collaborating closely with critical systems teams, field operations, vendors, and corporate engineering teams to ensure reliability, safety, and consistency across data center operations. This position reports to the Critical Systems Manager and can be based in the cities listed in our posting. This position will require up to 25% travel to support various maintenance initiatives and trainings.</p>
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Primary Responsibilities</b></h3>
<ul><li>Support preventive and corrective maintenance programs across data centers</li>
<li>Support reliability improvement initiatives and operational readiness activities, including review of system performance, equipment reliability trends, and process effectiveness</li>
<li>Manage and participate in post-event root cause analysis (RCA) processes to support continuous improvement</li>
<li>Create, review, and approve Methods of Procedure (MOPs)</li>
<li>Support the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs)</li>
<li>Implement and manage field-related projects as required</li>
<li>Identify opportunities for facility improvements, including efficiency and PUE optimization</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and company directives</li>
<li>Provide escalation support and technical consultation as required</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned by management</li>
<li>Manage vendor maintenance activities and ensure SLA compliance</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>CMMS / Asset Manager Responsibilities</b></h3>
<ul><li>Ensure complete and accurate asset sheets are delivered in Asset Manager from the Construction Management and/or Engineering Team</li>
<li>Validate and correct asset data, including ELI codes, serial numbers, and model numbers</li>
<li>Determine contact information for maintenance vendors and manufacturers as needed</li>
<li>Map equipment to maintenance vendors and ensure maintenance contracts are in place</li>
<li>Work with Site Engineers to determine maintenance schedules and activities</li>
<li>Load assets and maintenance schedules into CMMS</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</b></h3>
<ul><li>Strong understanding of mission-critical data center equipment</li>
<li>Adept in troubleshooting and support of electrical systems: UPS, generators, switchgear</li>
<li>Adept in troubleshooting and support of mechanical systems: air handlers, rooftop units, pumps, fans</li>
<li>Fire alarm and suppression systems (FIKE) &amp; Building Management Systems (BMS)</li>
<li>Preventive maintenance program creation and execution</li>
<li>Working knowledge of DCIM and CMMS systems</li>
<li>Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel</li>
<li>Strong organizational, prioritization, and multitasking skills</li>
<li>Ability to clearly communicate technical information verbally and in writing</li>
<li>Capable of leading and managing vendors, technicians, and cross-functional teams</li>
<li>Candidates who also have a general IT awareness of servers, networking, and peripheral equipment are highly encouraged to apply</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education and Experience</b></h3>
<ul><li>5&ndash;8 years of professional relevant mission-critical MEP experience</li>
<li>Hands-on experience with data centers, critical facilities, UPS systems, emergency generators, or electrical switchgear</li>
<li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience</li>
<li>Candidates who either possess a degree or Industrial Technology trade school certification along with verifiable technical training are highly encouraged to apply</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Travel</b></h3>
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This position can be located at any number of our EdgeConneX Data Center facilities and will require regular travel (approximately 25%) to manage additional Data Centers across North America. There will also be travel for annual and quarterly company meetings.</p><div><p>
EdgeConneX believes inclusion &ndash; of thought, backgrounds and experiences &ndash; affects all that we do, from our employees to the solutions we deliver. Our goal is to create an environment where embracing differences helps deepen the lives and work experience of our employees, enhances our innovation and creativity, and enriches our involvement in our communities. EdgeConneX is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, as well as any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.</p>
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EdgeConneX offers a competitive benefits package.</p>
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For more information on how we process your data, visit our Data Privacy Policy here.</p></div></div>

Critical Systems (MEP) Engineer - Data Center Operations (Houston)

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. If you'd like to help us build the place to find and buy anything online, this is your chance to make history.
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The Data Center Capacity Delivery team is looking for exceptional individuals to join our organization as a Controls Manager, responsible for the building management systems and electrical power monitoring system (BMS/EPMS) deployment and service within Amazon data centers. If you are passionate about the Customer Experience, think and act globally and have the ability to contribute to major new innovations in the area of building controls and automation this is the challenge you are looking for!
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The ideal candidate will have experience managing a team of highly technically skilled individuals. The candidate will possess industrial Controls System experience, project management, mechanical, electrical or technology background that enables him/her to undertake the challenges of sophisticated controls platforms and a demonstrated ability to think broadly and strategically in aligning building controls and automation with the larger objectives of the business.
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AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we&rsquo;re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain &mdash; and we&rsquo;re looking for talented people who want to help.
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You&rsquo;ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You&rsquo;ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you&rsquo;ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
<ul><li>Manage remote teams in Texas</li></ul>
- Travel required between 35 -50% up to 50% across Texas to support construction and data center product delivery.
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<ul><li>Develop, implement and track team goals. Reporting to stakeholders and leadership.
</li><li>Experienced interviewer, able to develop launch plans for new hires, and identify team needs.
</li><li>Experienced in installation, programming, and troubleshooting of BMS/EPMS systems and/or industrial controls systems.
</li><li>Strong writing skills, able to articulate thoughts clearly and concisely
</li><li>Understanding of: electrical diagrams, control diagrams, building operations, control circuits, industrial HVAC.
</li><li>Ability to ascertain customer needs to help develop project scope and specifications.
</li><li>Ability to manage project engineering to determine scope of work relative to the design intent of the customer needs.
</li><li>Ability to read and interpret specifications. Implementing specifications as they apply the work environment.
</li><li>Experience in development of drawings for control panels, power distribution, junction boxes. Included in the drawings are the general arrangement, internal layout, schematics and interconnection and wire diagrams.
</li><li>Experience developing logic diagrams in the International Automation format for complex logic devices such as Programmable Logical Controller and Distributed Control System.
</li><li>Experience performing inspections, testing, and commissioning of the facility systems.
</li><li>Provide technical assistance as needed to internal customers.
</li><li>Coordinate project work internally within the department and externally with other departments to ensure on-time completion of projects within budget.</li></ul><br>
About the team<br>
*Why AWS*<br>
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world&rsquo;s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating &mdash; that&rsquo;s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.<br>
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*Diverse Experiences*<br>
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn&rsquo;t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don&rsquo;t let it stop you from applying.<br>
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*Work/Life Balance*<br>
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there&rsquo;s nothing we can&rsquo;t achieve in the cloud.<br>
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*Inclusive Team Culture*<br>
Here at AWS, it&rsquo;s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.<br>
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*Mentorship and Career Growth*<br>
We&rsquo;re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth&rsquo;s Best Employer. That&rsquo;s why you&rsquo;ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>10+ years of direct management, mentorship, leadership, and coaching of construction management or commissioning professionals experience</li><li>10+ years of hiring, leading and developing teams experience</li><li>Experience delivering cross functional projects</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or an equivalent engineering science plus 10+ years of relevant construction experience, OR 14+ years of relevant construction experience in lieu of a degree.</li></ul>
- 10+ years of experience in construction management of large, complex projects involving large- scale mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) plants.<br>
<ul><li>10+ years of general contractor and vendor management experience (request for proposals, bidding, change orders, quality control, and RFI and submittal tracking) associated with construction and project execution.</li><li>10+ years of experience managing construction of complex electrical and mechanical engineering systems, including large scale power distribution or generation, and cooling systems.</li><li>6 years of experience in developing, monitoring, and maintaining critical path master and micro project schedules for complex large-scale mission critical projects.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>MS in Construction Management or Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural)</li><li>8 Yrs. Directly managing, mentoring, leading, and coaching teams of construction professionals</li><li>10 Yrs. Exp. Project Management and Vendor Management</li><li>5 Yrs. Exp. In Data Center system-level architecture and electrical engineering principals</li><li>5 Yrs. Exp. In Data Center system-level architecture and mechanical engineering principals</li><li>Experience designing data centers or critical MEP infrastructure</li><li>Certified as a Professional Engineer (PE), LEED, or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)</li><li>Prior AWS/Amazon experience</li><li>5+ Yr. Military Service</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<p><br>
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.</p><br>
USA, TX, AUSTIN - 153,200.00 - 254,500.00 USD annually<br>
USA, TX, Austin - 153,200.00 - 254,500.00 USD annually<br>
USA, TX, DALLAS - 153,200.00 - 254,500.00 USD annually<br>
USA, TX, Dallas - 153,200.00 - 254,500.00 USD annually<br>
USA, TX, HOUSTON - 153,200.00 - 254,500.00 USD annually<br>
USA, TX, Houston - 153,200.00 - 254,500.00 USD annually</div><p></p>

Controls Manager, Texas

Securance Consulting

<p>The IT Security Expert / Security Engineer serves as the organization&rsquo;s senior technical authority for security engineering, detection architecture, and operational security tooling. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, integrating, and tuning security technologies across enterprise, cloud, and operational environments to ensure effective threat detection, response, and resilience.</p><p>The role operates independently with significant technical authority and is accountable for defining security engineering standards, integrating department-specific data sources into SOC platforms, and ensuring consistent detection and response capabilities across environments.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><i>Security Architecture and Engineering Ownership</i></p><ul><li>Define, maintain, and govern enterprise security engineering architecture standards.</li><li>Own detection and response architecture design across IT, cloud, and operational environments.</li><li>Establish technical standards for SIEM, SOAR, EDR, firewall, and IPS implementations.</li><li>Serve as the primary technical authority for security engineering and detection architecture.</li></ul><p><i>SOC and Platform Integration</i></p><ul><li>Facilitate department-specific system feeds into SOC SIEM and SOAR platforms.</li><li>Design and manage log ingestion, normalization, enrichment, and correlation pipelines.</li><li>Ensure telemetry coverage across endpoints, servers, networks, cloud platforms, and applications.</li><li>Support automated response workflows and playbook development.</li></ul><p><i>Endpoint, Network, and Perimeter Security</i></p><ul><li>Implement, manage, and tune endpoint protection and detection platforms.</li><li>Design, implement, and maintain IPS and firewall rule sets.</li><li>Integrate network, endpoint, and identity telemetry into unified detection workflows.</li><li>Continuously tune controls to reduce false positives and improve detection fidelity.</li></ul><p><i>Threat Detection and Response Enablement</i></p><ul><li>Integrate threat intelligence into detection and response workflows.</li><li>Engineer detection logic for advanced threats across multiple environments.</li><li>Support incident response through forensic data access, validation, and root cause analysis.</li><li>Ensure detection capabilities align with real-world attacker techniques.</li></ul><p><i>Standards, Documentation, and Governance</i></p><ul><li>Document security engineering standards, architectures, procedures, and integration patterns.</li><li>Contribute to enterprise security governance and technical review forums.</li><li>Ensure alignment with regulatory and framework requirements including CJIS, NIST 800-53, and NIST CSF.</li></ul><p><i>Cross-Environment Integration</i></p><ul><li>Support integration across enterprise IT, cloud, and operational / production environments.</li><li>Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and operations teams to ensure consistent security coverage.</li><li>Ensure security engineering solutions scale across diverse municipal and departmental systems.</li></ul><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p><p><i>Education</i></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Network Engineering, or a closely related field.</li><li>Associate degree with substantial hands-on experience or relevant certifications may be considered, particularly in smaller or resource-constrained environments.</li><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering, or Systems Architecture is preferred.</li><li>Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.</li></ul><p><i>Experience</i></p><ul><li>3 to 7 years of hands-on experience in security engineering, network engineering, or systems administration with a security focus.</li><li>1 to 3 years of experience implementing, integrating, and tuning security tools including SIEM, SOAR, EDR, firewalls, and IPS platforms.</li><li>Demonstrated experience integrating security telemetry across multiple environments.</li><li>Working knowledge of CJIS, NIST 800-53, and NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).</li></ul><p><i>Core Competencies</i></p><ul><li>Security detection architecture design</li><li>SIEM and SOAR engineering and integration</li><li>Endpoint and network security engineering</li><li>Threat detection and response engineering</li><li>Security tool tuning and optimization</li><li>Technical documentation and standards development</li><li>Cross-environment integration</li><li>Independent technical problem solving</li></ul><p><i>Preferred Experience</i></p><ul><li>Experience in public sector, municipal, or regulated environments</li><li>Experience supporting SOC operations and incident response teams</li><li>Experience with cloud security engineering and integrations</li><li>Experience with OT / ICS or production environment security integration</li><li>Experience serving as a senior technical authority or subject matter expert</li></ul><p><b>Role Positioning</b></p><p>This position reflects Mercer role ITC.07.001.P50 and is designed as a senior professional expert role. The IT Security Expert / Security Engineer operates with significant independence, technical authority, and responsibility for enterprise security engineering design, integration, and operational effectiveness.</p><p><b>U.S. citizenship is required for this role. If you are not a citizen, please do not apply.</b></p><p>Job Type: Contract</p><p>Pay: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Are you a United States citizen?</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Security engineering: 3 years (Required)</li></ul><p>Location:</p><ul><li>Houston, TX 77002 (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Houston, TX 77002 (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Security Analyst - IN PERSON

HCA Houston Healthcare

<p></p><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Introduction</b></h5><p>
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below:Respiratory Therapist CRTHCA Houston Healthcare West</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h5><p>
HCA Houston Healthcare West, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:</p><ul><li>
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.</li><li>
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.</li><li>
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing<br>
</li><li>401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)<br>
</li><li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock<br>
</li><li>Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.<br>
</li><li>Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more<br>
</li><li>Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts<br>
</li><li>Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships<br>
</li><li>Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)<br>
</li><li>Colleague recognition program<br>
</li><li>Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)<br>
</li><li>Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.</li></ul><p>
Learn more about Employee Benefits</p><p><b><i>
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.</i></b><br>
</p><p>We are seeking a(an) Respiratory Therapist CRT for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary and Qualifications</b></h5><p></p><p>
Under general supervision initiates, assesses, and evaluates all forms of respiratory therapy including bronchodilators, chest physical therapy, oxygen therapy, and non-invasive and invasive ventilator care. Exercises technical knowledge in respiratory anatomy, physiology, and pathology as well as the design and operations of all respiratory therapy equipment. The RCP demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to neonates, infants, children, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.</p><p>
Position Requirements:</p><p>
Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a staff position preferred.</p><p></p><p>
Education:</p><p>
Current permanent or temporary license issued by the Texas Department of Health to practice Respiratory Care. RRT/RCP</p><p></p><p>
Special Qualifications:</p><p>
Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the population of the patients served.</p><p>
Current BLS and ACLS certification from the American Heart Association required.</p><p>
Anyone assigned to PICU must maintain current PALS certification from the American Heart Association.</p><p>
Anyone assigned to NICU must maintain current NRP certification from the American Heart Association.</p><p>
HCA Houston Healthcare West is a <b>full-service, 300+ bed hospital</b> that has been offering exceptional care to the West Houston communities for over 30 years. We proudly provide Houston residents with exceptional healthcare, including a vast-array of medical services from board-certified doctors and nationally accredited departments. We are recognized as a <b>Certified Primary Stroke Center</b> by the Joint Commission and under an affiliation agreement with The Woman&rsquo;s Hospital of Texas, we are able to bring our community <i>The Woman&rsquo;s Hospital of Texas at West Houston</i>, a three-story cardiac and critical care tower. The Sugar Land Cancer Center and the Sugar Land Diagnostic Center, departments with HCA Houston Healthcare West, provide additional services to meet the needs of our community. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.</p><p>
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.</p><br>
<p></p><p>&quot;There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.<br>
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder<br>
</p><p>If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Therapist CRT opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. <b>We are interviewing apply today!</b></p><p><i>
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</i></p></div>

Respiratory Therapist CRT

The Hearst Corporation

<div><p>The Houston Chronicle is seeking a Local Government Editor to lead coverage of Houston City Hall, Harris County and the region&rsquo;s fast-growing suburbs.<br>
</p><p></p><p>Houston is the nation&rsquo;s fourth largest city, and Harris County is one of the most populous and politically significant counties in America. It's home to Ted Cruz, will host the RNC in 2028 and has been at the center of a years-long clash between a Democratic-run county and a Republican state government. Decisions made here influence policy debates across Texas and increasingly at the national level.<br>
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</p><p>This editor will play a central role in advancing the Chronicle&rsquo;s core content strategy:
</p><ul><li>We are first and best at breaking news.
</li><li>We deliver high-impact and exclusive reporting you cannot get anywhere else.
</li>We help you live here.<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p>Local government coverage sits at the center of that mission. This team explains how decisions about flooding, housing, public safety, taxes, infrastructure and growth shape daily life across the Houston region. The editor will lead a team responsible for competitive breaking news, agenda-setting coverage and service journalism that makes Houston easier to navigate.<br>
</p><p></p><p>You will join a newsroom recognized nationally for innovation and investigative work, and one focused on growing digital audiences and deepening subscriber engagement.<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>Key responsibilities
</b></p><ul><li>Set the vision and daily news agenda for city and county government coverage in alignment with our first-and-best, exclusive and service-driven content strategy
</li><li>Lead a team of reporters to break news competitively and authoritatively
</li><li>Drive high-impact accountability and enterprise reporting
</li><li>Edit and elevate work across formats, including breaking news, explainers, live blogs, investigations and data projects
</li><li>Develop beat strategies that prioritize deep sourcing, public records, exclusives and strong service angles
</li><li>Ensure reporting is accurate, urgent and contextual, with rigorous editorial standards
</li><li>Coach and develop reporters through clear expectations and consistent feedback
</li><li>Partner with visuals, data, Capitol Bureau and audience teams to strengthen presentation, reach and subscriber impact
</li><li>Use analytics and audience insights to refine coverage priorities
</li>Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that reflects the diversity of the Houston region<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>We&rsquo;re looking for someone who
</b></p><ul><li>Has at least 8 years of relevant journalism experience, including significant experience as a senior reporter and/or editor covering government or politics
</li><li>Thrives in competitive breaking news environments and knows how to build systems that win
</li><li>Understands how to balance breaking news urgency with longer-term planning
</li><li>Is fluent in digital storytelling and comfortable guiding coverage across formats
</li><li>Uses metrics to inform strategy and coach reporters, without compromising news judgment
</li><li>Can translate complex policy, budgets and bureaucratic systems into clear, accessible journalism
</li><li>Demonstrates strong knowledge of journalism ethics
</li><li>Leads with clarity, organization and accountability
</li>Has knowledge of Houston and Harris County government, strongly preferred, or comparable experience in another major metro<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>About the Houston Chronicle:
</b></p><p>The Houston Chronicle, recognized for its Pulitzer Prize-winning journalism, serves its 2.3 million residents with content and marketing solutions across two of Houston&rsquo;s largest websites &mdash; HoustonChronicle.com and Chron.com , along with our magazine, television and newspaper brands. Our mission is to spark conversations that inspire action to create a better Houston. All our content and the innovative business solutions we provide invite Houstonians to join conversations about a community we&rsquo;ve been committed to covering and helping prosper for more than 120 years. The community we all call home.
</p><p><b>About Hearst Newspapers:
</b></p><p>With 2,500 employees across the nation, HNP encompasses a network of 24 daily and 52 weekly publications, including the San Francisco Chronicle, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News and Albany Times Union, several top digital-only news and lifestyle sites, marketing services businesses, and entertainment businesses such as King Features Syndicate.
</p><p>At HNP, we are investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories &ndash; growing newsrooms, diversifying tools, evolving platforms &ndash; to support the millions of people who trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action and be inspired.
</p><p><b><i>Be a part of something bigger &ndash; your headline awaits.
</i></b></p><p>Recognizing the diverse needs of our candidates, if you are interested in applying for employment and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or regarding the application process, please contact us by email at hnpemployment@hearst.com. Please do not use this email address to inquire about the status of applications. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests for a reasonable accommodation through this email address.
</p><p>#LI-KR1 #LI-Hybrid</p></div>
<br>Degree Level :

Local Government Editor

City of Houston, TX

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>POSITION OVERVIEW</b></h2></div><br>
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<div><b>Applications accepted from:</b> <b>ALL PERSONS INTERESTED</b><br>
<b>Job Classification: IT ARCHITECT - INFRASTRUCTURE (NETWORK/FIREWALL SERVICES)</b></div><b>
Posting Number: 38270</b><br>
<b>Department: Houston Information Technology Services</b><br>
<b>Division:</b> <b>Enterprise Application Services</b><br>
<b>Reporting Location:</b> <b>611 Walker, Houston, TX 77002</b><br>
<b>Workdays &amp; Hours:</b> <b>MONDAY &ndash; FRIDAY 8:00 AM &ndash; 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change</b><br>
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<b>DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><br>
The Houston Information Technology Services (HITS) Network &amp; Data Services team supports an infrastructure that consists of more than 350 sites spread across the City of Houston. This includes thousands of network devices and multiple datacenters which collectively support the needs of over 20,000 city employees and 23 city departments including mission-critical public safety services. This IT Architect &ndash; Infrastructure position is crucial to helping the City of Houston to develop and maintain a robust, resilient, and secure network infrastructure.<br>
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This position provides technical guidance to the Firewall &amp; Network Security Services team made up of operations and maintenance analysts, technicians, and/or engineers and requires expert level technical knowledge in performing analysis/troubleshooting of complex software, hardware, and transmission facilities. The position provides guidance and direction for planning and engineering efforts and test/evaluation programs to include the installation and on-going administration and support of the associated network security infrastructure (Firewall, Intrusion Prevention/Detection, Content Filtering, VPN). The Architect will maintain complete records of the devices and applications that they support to include drawings, written descriptions, and equipment configurations.<br>
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The candidate will play a major role in the overall network and network security architecture, provide technical guidance to junior team members, complete tasks at the highest level of technical difficulty, and maintain professional communication with business stakeholders and customers. The IT Architect heavily influences the overall network security technology road map, design, and architecture standards and partners with city departments to develop solutions that meet the needs of the city.<br>
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<i>The position requires familiarity with:</i><br>
Next Generation Firewalls and Services (IPS/IDS, Layer 7 Application Management, Content Filtering Services)<br>
Cisco ISE<br>
IPSEC<br>
EIGRP/BGP/OSPF<br>
VTI<br>
VPC/VSS<br>
DNS<br>
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The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of network security best practices (both theoretical and applied) and must adhere to all Cybersecurity Policies and Procedures to ensure the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability of critical systems. Prior experience with FBI CJIS requirements and familiarity with FIPS 140-2 is preferred but not required. Candidate must successfully pass a CJIS background investigation with the Houston Police Department within 6 months of hire.<br>
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<b>WORKING CONDITIONS</b><br>
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions. May occasionally require work in outdoor environment.</div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS</b><br>
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field.<br>
Holds multiple system-specific technical certifications; recognized as having mastery of a particular technical discipline.<br>
A Master&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science or Management and Information Systems or closely related field may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the experience requirement.<br>
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<b>EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS</b><br>
At least ten (10) years of specialized experience in an IT infrastructure system.<br>
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<b>LICENSE REQUIREMENTS</b><br>
None</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>PREFERENCES</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b><i>**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **</i></b></div><p><i><br>
Preferences shall be given to those with the following qualities:</i></p><ul><li>
Experience as a Security Solutions Architect / Administrator</li><li>
Expert knowledge of Next Generation Firewall Services</li><li>
Current or former CCIE</li></ul></div><br>
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<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>GENERAL INFORMATION</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED</b></div><div>
Department may administer skills assessment test<br>
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<b>SAFETY IMPACT POSITION</b><b> &ndash; NO</b></div><div>
If <b><i>yes</i></b>, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.<br>
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<b>SALARY INFORMATION </b>Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate&rsquo;s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.<br>
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<b><i>PAY GRADE</i></b><b>: 33</b><br>
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<b>APPLICATION PROCEDURES</b><br>
<b><i>Only online applications will be accepted</i></b> for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting:<b> </b><b>http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm</b>or call <b>(832) 393-0450</b>.<br>
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If you need special services or accommodations, call <b>(832) 393-0450</b>. <b>(TTY 7-1-1)</b>.</div><div>
If you need login assistance or technical support call <b>855-524-5627</b>.<br>
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<b>Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.</b><br>
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All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.<br>
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<b><i>EOE Equal Opportunity Employer</i></b><br>
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.</div></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><div><div><b>Employer</b></div>
<div>City of Houston</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Address</b></div>
<div><p>901 Bagby St<br>
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Houston, Texas, 77002
</p></div></div></div><div><div><div><b>Website</b></div>
<div>https://www.houstontx.gov/</div></div></div></div>

IT ARCHITECT - INFRASTRUCTURE (NETWORK/FIREWALL SERVICES)

<div><p>Great people. Great places. Great projects. kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is a high-performance, fast-paced consulting engineering firm designing data centers and mission critical environments across the globe. We hire smart, responsive, team players to work in collaborative and mentoring office settings. Our mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, telecommunications, and security building system designs keep many of the world&rsquo;s top Fortune 100 financial, technology, enterprise, hyperscale, and colocation companies up and running 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
</p><p>We work on innovative, award-winning, large-scale projects. We travel to construction sites to see our designs being built. As part of WSP, we are able to offer our employees increased professional development and career opportunities in addition to kW MCE&rsquo;s office culture which is consistently recognized as one of the &ldquo;Best Places to Work.&rdquo; Join our great people at our great places designing great projects.
</p><p>kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP USA company, is currently initiating a search for a <b>Power Studies Engineer </b>to work out of <b>Houston, TX. </b>As a <b>Power Studies Engineer </b>with us, you will analyze complex power and other building systems including generator plants, medium voltage distribution, uninterruptible power systems. Selectively coordinate medium voltage relays and low voltage circuit breakers and perform arc flash analysis. Compile data into final report for project leads.
</p><p>Your Impact
</p><ul><li>Perform preliminary short circuit calculations to validate equipment ratings during design.
</li><li>Build power system models which accurately reflect designed and constructed systems.
</li><li>Perform medium- and low-voltage coordination studies to develop optimum protective relay and breaker settings balancing safety and operational reliability.
</li><li>Evaluate submitted equipment for capability to withstand available fault current at points throughout the distribution system.
</li><li>Perform arc flash studies in compliance with NFPA and industry standards.
</li><li>Generate short circuit, coordination, and arc flash study reports, along with arc flash labels.
</li><li>Perform reliability studies in accordance with IEEE Gold Book standards and industry practices.
</li><li>Lead junior staff, train, and mentor.
</li><li>Coordinate with internal design leads and clients to obtain required information, discuss options, and develop solutions.
</li><li>Educate clients on the importance of breaker coordination and arc flash.
</li><li>Perform QA/QC on calculations and studies performed by others.
</li><li>Refine and maintain standards for power studies and reports across offices.
</li><li>Assist project management with scheduling, scope development, and proposal development
</li><li>Strategically contribute to overall firm goals
</li><li>Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP&rsquo;s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
</li><li>Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
</li></ul><p>Who You Are
</p><p>The ideal candidate is interested in power studies production work to support projects and has a background in physics or engineering as well as experience in building design or power studies.
</p><p><b>Required Qualifications
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Electrical Engineering
</li><li>7+ years electrical power studies experience
</li><li>Technical leadership and strong background in electrical studies
</li><li>Knowledge of building codes, NFPA 70 &amp; 70E, and IEEE 1584
</li><li>Experience with SKM PowerTools
</li><li>Strategic thinking, suggesting, and implementing improvements
</li><li>Ability to listen to client needs, engage with design team members, and drive project beyond expectations
</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate
</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications:
</b></p><ul><li>Protective relaying design experience
</li><li>Experience with ReliaSoft BlockSim
</li><li>P.E.
</li><li>Large scale facilities or Mission Critical/Data Center experience
</li>Experience with other power studies tools (ETAP, Easypower etc)<br>
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<br><div><div><b>About WSP
</b><p>WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
</p><p>www.wsp.com
</p><p>WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee&rsquo;s career.
</p><p>At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
</p><p>WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
</p><p>The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
</p><p><b>NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
</b></p><p>WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation &ndash; no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.</p></div></div>

Lead Power Studies Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Center)

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