Information Technology Manager

Ahschc; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Vision coverage

Acupuncture & Chiropractic coverage

12 vacation days

12 sick days

12 paid holidays + 3 floating holidays

403(b) with 3% employer contribution

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Dependent Care Assistance

Commuter benefits

Long‑Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

Asian Health Services (AHS) is seeking an IT Manager to oversee the organization’s technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, and service delivery. You will supervise staff, manage vendors and budgets, and align IT initiatives with clinical needs and regulatory requirements.

The role covers operations, security, policy management, and project leadership to support reliable patient care and organizational compliance. Evening/weekend on‑call may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of IT management and supervisory experience.
• Health‑care background and knowledge of health‑care data privacy and security (HIPAA).
• Experience providing strategic IT direction and healthcare IT workflows.
• Familiarity with EHR/practice management systems and healthcare IT software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations, maintenance, and security of all IT systems and network infrastructure.
• Direct IT helpdesk operations and establish service standards and metrics.
• Develop and enforce IT security policies; ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Lead IT projects and manage vendor relationships and contracts.
• Supervise IT staff and contractors, including coaching and performance reviews.
• Develop and manage the IT department budget and asset lifecycle.

Skills

IT management

Leadership

HIPAA compliance

Healthcare IT

Vendor management

Budget management

Policy development

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Tools

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Barracuda security

KnowBe4

SentinelOne / MDR / SIEM

Fortinet firewall

Cisco networking gear

EHR / practice management systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Information Technology (IT) Manager at Asian Health Services (AHS) provides operational oversight for all IT systems and services, ensuring technology infrastructure, systems, cybersecurity, and support services are reliable, secure, and aligned with organizational and clinical needs. The role plans, implements, and manages IT initiatives that support efficient operations, regulatory compliance (including HIPAA), and high‑quality patient care. The position supervises IT staff, manages vendors and budgets, and collaborates across departments to enhance technology utilization and service delivery.

IT Operations & Infrastructure Management

• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and security of all IT systems, including:
  • End‑user devices (PCs, laptops, mobile devices, peripherals)
  • Servers, storage systems, and network infrastructure (LAN/WAN, routers, switches)
  • Telecommunications systems (internet, email, phone, voicemail)
  • Ensure system uptime, performance, and scalability
  • Manage system installations, upgrades, configurations, and patching
  • Maintain and test backup, disaster recovery, and redundancy systems

Service Delivery & Helpdesk Oversight

• Direct IT helpdesk operations to provide high‑quality, timely support for staff
• Establish service standards, metrics, and reporting processes
• Monitor and improve customer service performance consistent with AHS Service Excellence standards
• Ensure prompt response and resolution to technical issues and service requests

Cybersecurity, Systems Security, Compliance & Policy Management

• Develop, implement, and enforce IT security policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and other applicable regulations related to electronic data security and privacy
• Manage user access controls, data protection, and cyber‑system security
• Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions as needed
• Oversee vulnerability audits, penetration tests, and forensic investigations to strengthen overall IT cybersecurity

Project & Vendor Management

• Lead IT projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver technology solutions
• Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships for hardware, software, and services

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise IT staff and contractors, including helpdesk and technical teams
• Recruit, hire, train, enact disciplinary actions, and evaluate staff performance
• Provide ongoing coaching, professional development, and performance management
• Assign and prioritize work to ensure efficient and effective team operations
• Ensure delivery of high‑quality IT services aligned with AHS standards and compliance requirements

Budget & Administrative Management

• Develop and manage the IT department budget
• Oversee procurement, inventory, and lifecycle management of IT assets
• Track and report on departmental performance and project outcomes

Training & Communication

• Develop and deliver training on IT systems, applications, and best practices
• Create and maintain user documentation and policies
• Communicate system updates, outages, and changes to staff in a timely manner
• Create and maintain weekly, monthly, and yearly reports on departmental work through the Help Desk System

Systems & Applications Oversight

• Oversee implementation and maintenance of enterprise practice management systems for dental practices
• Collaborate with IS Department to support medical clinic EHR systems
• Collaborate with departments across the organization to ensure seamless system integration and workflow efficiency

Leadership & Planning

• Support development and implementation of a comprehensive IT strategic plan aligned with AHS mission and organizational goals
• Contribute to identification, evaluation, and recommendation of emerging technologies to improve operational efficiency and care delivery
• Support IT performance goals and regularly evaluate service effectiveness
• Communicate IT priorities, issues, and innovations to leadership and staff
• Represent AHS IT interests in external meetings, partnerships, and conferences

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 3–5 years of IT management and supervisory experience
• Health‑care background and knowledge of health‑care data privacy and security, especially in nonprofit community health‑care organizations
• Experience providing strategic IT direction
• Experience performing analysis and/or design for complex health‑care applications with clinical, financial, and administrative functionality
• Experience with health‑care systems, billing, and financial applications preferred
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, or on‑call as needed
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, CISM, ITIL, PMP, Microsoft, Cisco, AWS, or equivalent) preferred
• Valid California Driver’s License may be required
• Technical skills: network administration (WAN, SD‑WAN/SASE, OSI model), servers (Dell, VMware, HP/Fortinet switches, Cisco routers, Cisco Unified Communication Manager, Fortinet Firewalls), telecommunications (VoIP, call center applications, phone flow design), Windows desktop and server environments, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, enterprise applications, Barracuda security solutions, KnowBe4, Sentinel One or similar MDR and SIEM platforms, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans, troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, familiarity with EHR/practice management systems and healthcare IT workflows

Benefits That Support You

We're committed to supporting our team's well‑being. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• 100% employer‑paid Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Acupuncture & Chiropractic coverage

Time Off

• 12 vacation days
• 12 sick days
• 12 paid holidays + 3 floating holidays (additional flexible days you can use anytime)

Financial & Retirement

• 403(b) with 3% employer contribution + up to 2% match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care Assistance

Additional Support

• Commuter benefits
• Long‑Term Disability Insurance