IT Manager

About the Role:AssetWorks is seeking an IT Manager / Director who will be responsible for overseeing the organization's internal IT operations including datacenter infrastructure (servers, networking and storage) in a collocation, virtualized environments, patch management, VPN Management, IT security, Disaster Recovery, Software and Hardware supplier management and Laptop/Desktop support. This role involves leading a team of analysts and support personnel ensuring highly reliable IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, coupled with excellent leadership and communication skills.Responsibilities:Must be a hands-on leader of a team of IT professionals that oversee and manage all aspects of our IT to include internal development team, security, hardware, servers, networking, database, telecom, storage, backup, and support services.Develop and implement IT management strategies and policies aligned with business objectives.Oversee application and infrastructure architecture, design, deployment and management.Manage IT Hardware and Software vendors.Identify requirements and recommend solutions to optimize our technology stack.Ensure the security of the company's IT systems, data, and assets. Implement and monitor compliance with IT policies, standards, and regulationsLead the development and test of robust operational security practices, incident response procedures and disaster recovery plans.Build and lead a high-performing IT services team, providing guidance, mentorship, and career development opportunities.Oversee the management of LAN and WAN networks, ensuring seamless connectivity across multiple locations.Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into actionable data solutions.Implement and maintain cyber security measures to safeguard company data and systems.Monitoring application, virtualization environments and underlying infrastructure identifying opportunities for optimization.Lead IT projects from conception to completion, including system upgrades, hardware and software installations, and technology migrations.Stay up-to-date with emerging data technologies and industry best practices.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP, CISSP) is a plusProven experience (5+ years) in IT management, preferably in a similar industry.Strong technical expertise in hardware and software acquisition, support & management.Experience with Oracle, VMWare, Cisco and Dell infrastructureSolid understanding of IT project management principles.Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team of IT professionals.Knowledge of data governance frameworks and regulationsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelors/master's degree in a relevant field.Experience in managing security compliance, including the implementation and maintenance of security measures to uphold SOC2 and ISO 27001 standards.Conversant with network management and the broader network ecosystem.Experience with Mobile Device Management and Endpoint Management.Experience in penetration testing and IT security planning and incident responseCertifications in data management and IT Security. CISO like experience a plus