Our client is looking for an experienced IT Manager to take ownership of enterprise infrastructure, cloud, and security across a growing regional platform. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can balance technical depth with strong stakeholder engagement — you'll be the one charting the technology direction with the IT Director and holding vendors accountable, not executing tickets yourself.

What you'll be doing:

Own the enterprise IT architecture and technology roadmap, ensuring solutions align with business and security needs
Manage core infrastructure — servers, virtualization, storage, backup, networking, and end-user computing
Administer and optimize the Microsoft 365 and Azure environments (identity, security, governance, backup/recovery)
Lead cybersecurity governance, incident response, vulnerability management, and security awareness programs
Own business continuity and disaster recovery planning, including regular testing
Oversee helpdesk and end-user support delivered through outsourced vendors — ensuring SLAs and service quality, not a hands-on support role
Oversee physical security and access control systems (e.g. door/access management) in coordination with relevant vendors
Manage and hold accountable external vendors — MSPs, SOC providers, cloud and cybersecurity partners — including contract negotiation and performance reviews
Lead technology transformation projects: cloud migration, ERP, and AI/automation initiatives
Manage IT budgets, licensing, and cost optimization

What we're looking for:

Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field
8–10 years experience in IT infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity, including 5+ years managing enterprise environments
Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 and Azure
Track record managing outsourced IT operations (MSPs, SOC, helpdesk vendors) and leading vendor negotiations
Experience leading technology transformation or migration projects
Comfortable operating independently in a leaner, more hands-on setup rather than a large enterprise IT function — a proactive, independent problem-solver
Strong communication and presentation skills — this role involves presenting business cases to senior leadership and running internal IT training
Experience supporting multiple business units or entities under a centralized IT model is a plus
Relevant certifications (Azure, CISSP, CISM, CCSP, ITIL, PMP, or similar) are a plus, not mandatory

IT Manager | Asset Management