AVP System Admin Manager

Ledgent Technology; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic AVP System Administration Manager to lead their IT infrastructure and operations. This pivotal role involves overseeing systems, security, networks, and core business applications, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. You'll manage vendor relationships, develop disaster recovery plans, and lead a dedicated team of IT professionals. If you have a passion for technology and leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of IT experience with 2-3 years in leadership roles.
• Bachelor's degree in IT or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT infrastructure and operations, ensuring optimal performance.
• Manage vendor relationships and compliance with audit standards.

Skills

IT infrastructure management

Vendor management

Problem-solving

Communication

Disaster recovery planning

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or Computer Science

Advanced degrees or certifications (CISSP, PMP, ITIL, MCSE)

Tools

AWS

Azure

Office 365

Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

Job description

This range is provided by Ledgent Technology. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

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AVP System Administration Manager
Full-Time | Management | Livermore, CA, US

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic AVP System Administration Manager to lead our IT infrastructure and operations. In this role, you will oversee critical areas such as systems, security, networks, and core business applications, ensuring optimal performance and alignment with organizational goals. You will manage vendor relationships, ensure compliance with audit standards, develop disaster recovery plans, and lead a dedicated team of three IT professionals.

Responsibilities

• Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong vendor partnerships, manage service-level agreements (SLAs), and evaluate new vendor options as needed.
• Information Security: Collaborate with the Information Security Manager to enhance security measures, address vulnerabilities, and implement industry best practices.
• Core System Administration: Manage the configuration, maintenance, and performance of the organization's core systems.
• Network Administration: Ensure optimal performance of local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN) and oversee network hardware configuration.
• Help Desk Leadership: Lead a help desk team to deliver exceptional support, establish procedures, and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to improve service levels and user satisfaction.
• Audit and Compliance: Maintain compliance with industry regulations and standards and assist with audits and corrective actions as required.
• Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity: Develop, test, and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Systems Integration: Oversee interfaces between the core system and third-party solutions, ensuring secure and efficient data flow.
• Enterprise Content Management (ECM): Optimize ECM systems for secure and efficient content access while partnering with teams to implement automation solutions.
• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Oversee cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure), balancing performance, security, and cost objectives.
• Office 365 Administration: Manage and secure Office 365 services, including email, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Hardware & Software Management: Oversee IT asset lifecycles, including procurement, installation, and maintenance of hardware and software.
• Business Automation: Identify and implement automation technologies such as robotic process automation (RPA) to enhance operational efficiency.
• Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI): Design and manage scalable, secure virtual desktop environments for remote and on-site users.
• Strategic IT Planning: Support long-term IT strategy development, evaluating emerging technologies to drive innovation.
• Leadership & Development: Mentor and guide a team of three, fostering professional growth through regular feedback and performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field preferred; advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CISSP, PMP, ITIL, MCSE) are a plus.
• Experience: 5-7 years of IT experience, including 2-3 years in leadership roles. Experience with VDI implementation is preferred.
• Skills:
• Expertise in IT infrastructure, networks, and systems management.
• Experience with core business systems, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise content management.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, audit processes, and disaster recovery planning.
• Excellent communication, vendor management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and automation initiatives.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.