It Engineering Manager

Job Description
The Bronx District Attorney’s Office is seeking a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect an ability to serve the 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community and to pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. The Information and Technology Bureau is seeking an experienced IT Engineering Manager. The IT Engineering Manager is crucial for overseeing the successful execution of upcoming projects and ensuring the efficiency of the IT infrastructure. The IT Engineering Manager will lead efforts to modernize server and storage infrastructure, upgrade firewalls, implement device management solutions, deploy VDI solutions, and ensure disaster recovery and system redundancy. The IT Engineering Manager role is essential for continuous improvement to address security and high availability needs. The ideal candidate will have strong IT engineering expertise, leadership skills, and a proactive approach to innovation. This position offers an opportunity to drive technological advancements and enhance organizational capabilities.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Infrastructure Architecture and Integration:
O Define and architect server infrastructure, ensuring compatibility and scalability.
O The role under the direction of the deputy chief technology officer, will define, develop, and execute an infrastructure build workstreams that is aligned with agency goals and needs.
O Plan and oversee seamless integration of new technologies within the existing IT landscape.
- Project Management and Coordination:
O Oversee project timelines for various initiatives, coordinating dependencies, resources and ensuring timely completion.
O Facilitate stakeholder communication, keeping all parties informed about project progress.
- Firewall Upgrade Strategy:
O Develop the architecture and strategy for the Palo Alto Firewall upgrade.
O Coordinate with relevant teams to ensure a smooth transition and enhanced security.
- Mobile Device Management (MDM) Solutions:
O Develop and implement centralized management solutions for laptops and phones using MDM solutions.
O Ensure efficient resource coordination and communication throughout the implementation process.
- Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Solution Planning:
O Design and plan the implementation of the VDI solution as an Architect.
O Ensure compatibility and scalability of the VDI solution within the existing infrastructure.
- Disaster Recovery and System Redundancy:
O Design and implement a comprehensive disaster recovery and system redundancy plan.
O Ensure the plan meets business continuity requirements and is regularly tested.
- Data Center HVAC/Pre-Action Fire Suppression/UPS Systems Upgrades:
O Plan and execute upgrades to HVAC systems for improved temperature control.
O Oversee project timelines, resource coordination, and stakeholder communication for HVAC projects.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields;
relevant certifications(e.G., x86 Platforms, Microsoft, Cisco, Nutanix, Azure) are advantageous.
- Proven experience in system engineering roles for at least 8 years, with a focus on server, storage, and/or network infrastructure.
- Proven experience in managerial capacity roles in IT Infrastructure fields for at least 5 years.
- Familiarity with enterprise servers, storage area network or appliances, network switches/protocols, backup solutions, disaster recovery approaches and security best practices.
- Experience in managing and optimizing Nutanix Hyper Converged Infrastructure environments is a plus.
- Proficiency in deploying and managing Azure or AWS instances and cloud-based resources.
- Strong understanding of virtualization technologies, including VDI solutions like IGEL.
- Knowledge of data center modernization concepts and technologies.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently.
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented mindset and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks efficiently.