IT Manager

QED Technologies International LLC; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational technology firm is seeking an IT Manager in Rochester, NY to lead global IT operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical leadership and project management skills, overseeing budgeting, team management, and IT projects including cybersecurity and process improvements. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and ten years of industry experience, with a competitive salary range of $100k-$135k annually.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT management or a senior IT leadership role.
• Strong understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure and operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Director of IT to define and manage the annual IT budget.
• Oversee IT purchases and vendor relationships.
• Hire, train, mentor, and conduct performance reviews for IT engineers.
• Lead and execute IT projects, including cybersecurity initiatives and business systems improvements.
• Manage IT help desk operations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Technical acumen

Budgeting

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and strategic IT Manager to lead our global IT operations. This role is critical in supporting our diverse workforce in the US, Europe, Japan, South Korea, and China. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with strong technical acumen, project management skills, and a passion for building high-performing teams.

About the Role

The IT Manager will oversee the IT department and ensure the effective management of IT operations across multiple regions.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Budgeting: Collaborate with the Director of IT to define and manage the annual IT budget.


• Procurement & Cost Management: Oversee IT purchases and vendor relationships. Track and optimize IT expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness and alignment with business goals.


• Team Leadership: Serve as the team lead for the IT department. Partner with the Director of IT to define the team’s direction, initiatives, and project roadmap. Hire, train, mentor, and conduct performance reviews for IT engineers.


• Project Management: Lead and execute IT projects, including:




• Cybersecurity initiatives


• Business systems improvements


• Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) integration




• Policy & Process Improvement: Recommend and implement improvements to IT policies, procedures, and technologies. Ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations.


• Help Desk Oversight: Manage IT help desk operations, including:




• Break/fix support


• Trouble ticket resolution




• Compliance & Security: Experience with NIST 800-171 and/or CMMC frameworks is a strong plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT management or a senior IT leadership role.


• Strong understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure and operations.


• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage global IT environments.


• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as NIST 800-171 and CMMC.


• Qualified to work in a CMMC environment with access to CUI and ITAR data (i.e. a “U.S. Person” as defined by ITAR law).

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in Computer Science, MIS, Information Technology, or in another related discipline if applicant has sufficient IT experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of ten (10) years industry experience, including experience in IT management. Travel, domestically and internationally may occasionally be required.

Pay range and compensation

Base pay range: $100,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

Salary Range and annual bonus: The salary offered will be based on the candidate\'s education and experience as compared with employees with similar education and experience. Employees are eligible for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Technology
• Information and Media
• Semiconductor Manufacturing