NEWPosted 3 hours ago

Job ID: JOB_ID_8175

Role: IT Technical Manager – VMWare Vulnerability

We are urgently seeking an experienced IT Technical Manager to lead the Vulnerability Remediation Product Team. This role is crucial for supporting servers, VMware, and infrastructure (Linux/RedHat, AIX, Windows) across our enterprise. The position is based in Houston, TX, and is an onsite, long-term contract (CTC).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the Vulnerability Remediation Product Team, focusing on servers, VMware, and infrastructure (Linux/RedHat, AIX, Windows).
  • Own and drive the backlog reduction strategy, with a primary focus on high-volume Linux/RedHat vulnerabilities and aging remediation items.
  • Establish and institutionalize structured patching cadences and remediation processes for Linux and AIX environments.
  • Oversee monthly Windows patch compliance tracking and drive continuous improvement to maintain high remediation SLAs.
  • Analyze vulnerability scan outputs (e.g., Qualys, Tenable, Rapid7) and translate findings into prioritized, actionable remediation plans.
  • Develop workload distribution models and assign remediation tasks effectively across engineering teams using advanced Excel-based tracking and reporting.
  • Build dashboards and reporting views (Excel or Power BI) to provide leadership visibility into backlog trends, aging, SLA adherence, and risk exposure.
  • Partner closely with the Product Owner to operationalize remediation strategies, translate proposed methods into executable technical plans, and drive proactive implementation.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including Infrastructure, Middleware, Application, and Security to ensure timely patching and exception handling.
  • Identify systemic root causes (e.g., EOL systems, legacy OS constraints, change windows) and propose sustainable remediation frameworks.
  • Enforce compliance with enterprise security policies, audit requirements, and risk acceptance workflows.
  • Drive continuous process improvement, automation opportunities, and standard operating procedures across all OS platforms.
  • Work with application teams to evaluate the application side of vulnerabilities and trends across Web, Middleware, SAP, and .NET application stacks.
  • Oversee risk acceptance, exception handling, and audit documentation aligned with enterprise security standards.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in leading vulnerability remediation efforts.
  • Strong understanding of server infrastructure, including Linux/RedHat, AIX, and Windows.
  • Expertise in VMware environments.
  • Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (Qualys, Tenable, Rapid7, or similar).
  • Proficiency in data analysis and reporting using Excel or Power BI.
  • Excellent cross-functional team coordination and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of enterprise security policies and audit requirements.
  • Experience with application-level vulnerability assessment is a plus.
  • Must have genuine experience and a verifiable LinkedIn profile.

Additional Information:

  • This is an onsite position in Houston, TX.
  • Employment Type: CTC Long Term Contract.
  • Keywords: business intelligence, active directory, information technology, Texas.

Special Requirements

Houston, TX ( Onsite ) CTC Long Term

Compensation & Location

Salary: $60 – $80 per year (Estimated)

Location: Houston, TX

Recruiter / Company – Contact Information

Recruiter / Employer: ReadPointe Inc

Email: shna@readpointe.com

Interested in this position?
Apply via Email

Recruiter Notice:
To remove this job posting, please send an email from
shna@readpointe.com with the subject:

DELETE_JOB_ID_8175

to delete@join-this.com.