IT Manager

IT Manager

Location:

Norwich, Connecticut

Type:

Direct Hire

Job #61691

Salary:

$120,000 - $145,000 Per Year

Join Our Team as an Innovative IT Manager!

Are you a passionate technology leader ready to drive impact in a dynamic start-up environment? We are seeking an accomplished hands-on, IT Manager to oversee and elevate our IT operations, infrastructure, and innovative tech solutions. In this pivotal role, you'll manage day-to-day systems, security practices, vendor relationships, and lead technology initiatives within our cutting-edge Innovation Center, supporting game development, live operations, and creative collaborations. This is your chance to shape the technological backbone of a forward-thinking organization committed to innovation and excellence.

Required Skills:

Extensive experience managing enterprise IT environments, including networks, servers, cloud services, and applications

Strong background in cybersecurity, infrastructure support, and systems administration

Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage vendor relationships with a focus on service quality and project delivery

Expertise in supporting developer and product teams, with knowledge of backend languages (Node.js, Java, Python, C#, etc.)

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

Nice to Have Skills:

Cloud certifications such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud

Experience supporting innovation studios, R D centers, or labs

Familiarity with telemetry tools, incident management, and monitoring dashboards

Additional certifications like CompTIA Security+, CCNA, ITIL Foundations, or CISSP

Preferred Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field required; Master's preferred

5-7+ years managing IT operations within tech-driven or product-focused environments

Hands-on experience with networking, security practices, and cloud technology support

Other Requirements:

Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment with on-call responsibilities for critical incidents

Strong leadership skills to motivate, mentor, and develop a high-performing team

Ability to support live operations and technical events at the Innovation Center

Seize this opportunity to drive innovation and technological excellence in a supportive, energetic setting. This is your moment to make a differenceapply today to join and lead our IT transformation!