IT Manager

ASRC Federal; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NetCentric in Fairbanks, Alaska is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead day-to-day IT operations and ensure secure, high-performing systems that support NOAA missions.

This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating teams, managing IT projects, documenting systems, and collaborating with cybersecurity and DevOps to maintain compliant, resilient infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, Engineering or related field.
• 5–7 years of IT experience with leadership or project coordination.
• Strong IT operations, systems administration, networking, and cybersecurity.
• Experience with secure environments and risk/compliance frameworks.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day IT operations, including systems, networks, infrastructure, and user support.
• Manage IT projects by creating execution plans, coordinating resources, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, operating instructions, and system specifications.
• Work closely with cybersecurity and DevOps teams to support secure, automated, and compliant system operations.
• Support NOAA's mission by ensuring IT systems are resilient, reliable, and aligned with organizational requirements.
• Assess and mitigate security risks, support system certification and accreditation, and help maintain compliance with federal and organizational standards.
• Stay current on evolving technologies and recommend improvements that enhance performance, efficiency, and security.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

IT operations

Cybersecurity best practices

Communication

Organizational skills

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: IT Manager

Company: NetCentric

Location: Fairbanks, Alaska

About the Role

NetCentric is seeking an experienced IT Manager to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in Fairbanks, Alaska. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for ensuring reliable, secure, and high-performing IT systems that directly support NOAA’s mission-critical operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and able to lead both technical efforts and team coordination in a dynamic environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead day-to-day IT operations, including systems, networks, infrastructure, and user support.
• Manage IT projects by creating execution plans, coordinating resources, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, operating instructions, and system specifications.
• Work closely with cybersecurity and DevOps teams to support secure, automated, and compliant system operations.
• Support NOAA's mission by ensuring IT systems are resilient, reliable, and aligned with organizational requirements.
• Assess and mitigate security risks, support system certification and accreditation, and help maintain compliance with federal and organizational standards.
• Stay current on evolving technologies and recommend improvements that enhance performance, efficiency, and security.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members and stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5-7 years of relevant IT experience, including leadership or project coordination responsibilities.
• Strong background in IT operations, systems administration, networking, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Experience supporting secure environments and working with risk management or compliance frameworks.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a mission-focused environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry certifications such as ITIL, PMP, CISSP, Security+, or cloud platform credentials.
• Prior experience supporting federal agencies, scientific operations, or other mission-critical environments.
• Familiarity with standards such as NIST, FISMA, or FedRAMP.

Why Join NetCentric?

• Opportunity to support NOAA's vital mission in weather forecasting, environmental monitoring, and scientific research.
• Collaborative environment with strong technical teams.
• Impactful work that supports national infrastructure and public safety.