Infrastructure End Points Architecture Specialist
Targa Resources
Houston, TX
Description
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for endpoint device (laptops, desktops, tablets, mobile phones, peripherals, printers, VDIs, etc.) strategy and architecture including:
- Platform(s) for deploying, managing and maintaining endpoints including installed applications and tools
- Standards, policies, and procedures for endpoint management
- Evaluation and recommendation of new technologies and tools to enhance the endpoint environment
- Hardware endpoint device evaluation and selection
- Full lifecycle of endpoints from procurement to decommissioning including inventory management
- Technical documentation, architecture diagrams and SOPs
- Training and guidance to IT staff and end-users as needed
- Coordination with IT security teams for security polices relative to endpoints
- Collaboration with business units to understand user needs and deliver tailored solutions
- Coordination with endpoint vendors and solution providers on new devices and technologies
- Work with the other members of the Infrastructure Architecture team to evaluate solutions across all disciplines of Infrastructure
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in MIS, Computer Science, Engineering or related degrees or experience
- Minimum of 7 to 10 years’ experience in endpoint management solutions
- A minimum of 3+ years of experience with Intune, Windows 11, O365, and Teams is required.
- Strong understanding of endpoint hardware, information security concepts and best practices for endpoints
- Robust understanding of common network, server and cloud computing concepts
- Ability to conceptualize and assimilate data and present proposals in a clear and concise manner
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
- Ability to ask clarifying/probing questions of business customers
- Ability to adapt effectively to new and changing environments
- Eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship
- Regular and reliable attendance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current certifications preferred – M365 Certified Endpoint Administrator Associate and CompTIA A+
- Current experience with ServiceNow, ITIL, Autopilot deployment methodology, SCCM, Patch My PC, Citrix VDI, Conference Room Audio Visual technologies
- Prior experience in the Oil and Gas industry a plus
- Working experience with Trend or similar AV solutions, Azure, M365 application suite, Copilot and Entra
- Familiarity with change management processes and procedure
- Self-starter disposition with a positive “can do” attitude
- Ability and willingness to travel to remote company field locations and lift up to 50 pounds
- Driven, self-starter with can-do attitude who constantly works to provide great service
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.