IT Manager

Foxconn Corporation • Houston, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and strategic IT Manager to lead our North America IT operations. This role is responsible for managing backbone networks, IT application systems, endpoint devices, and daily IT operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to infrastructure optimization and business support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with 8+ years of progressive experience in network architecture and IT operations, including team leadership.
• Strong understanding of network architecture design (WAN and LAN), with hands-on experience in large-scale network implementation—preferably in manufacturing environments.
• Excellent logical thinking and architectural design skills; capable of integrating multi-level requirements into cohesive solutions.
• Proven experience in enterprise network, data center, and cloud platform architecture and deployment.
• Proficient in networking technologies and devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Deep knowledge of networking protocols and technologies: TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, LAN, STP, switching, and network security.
• Strong learning ability, communication and coordination skills, service orientation, and attention to detail.
• Effective cross-departmental communication and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated experience in team leadership and management.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as CCIE are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the IT team across North America, ensuring efficient operation of backbone networks, application systems, and endpoint devices.
• Plan, design, and implement the overall architecture of the company’s network infrastructure.
• Oversee the planning, design, and management of IT facilities to support business operations.
• Continuously improve and optimize network design based on evolving business requirements.
• Design and evaluate network architecture for deploying application systems in manufacturing environments.
• Execute OA network engineering, backbone network construction, maintenance, and renovation planning.
• Assess and establish robust information security protocols; manage ongoing security system maintenance.
• Analyze and resolve complex network and security issues to ensure system integrity and performance.
• Facilitate cross-departmental communication and collaboration; manage and mentor the IT team.

Benefits

• At Fii Foxconn, you will play a key role in safeguarding critical IT and OT environments while working with advanced technologies and global teams.
• This role offers a unique opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, making a direct impact on our security posture and overall business success.
• Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager