Senior Manager, IT & Security

Baby List, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager of IT to lead its corporate IT infrastructure and security strategies. This pivotal role involves strategic planning, implementation, and maintenance of IT systems, with a strong emphasis on automation and security. The ideal candidate will possess a robust technical background and a proven track record in IT management. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, where your contributions will directly impact the growth and success of a platform that supports millions of families. Embrace the opportunity to shape the future of technology in the baby product industry while enjoying a supportive work environment that prioritizes work-life balance and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Company paid medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid parental leave policy

401k with company match

Office setup stipend

Wellbeing perks for mental and emotional health

Opportunities for career advancement

Sustainable work pace

Support for childcare and financial planning

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT and security with leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of IT systems and data protection principles.
• Proven experience in designing IT infrastructure strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT infrastructure and security strategies for the organization.
• Oversee design and maintenance of scalable IT systems.
• Manage IT and security projects, ensuring timely completion.

Skills

IT Infrastructure Management

Security Strategy

Project Management

Automation Tools

Network Security

Data Protection

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Identity Management Systems

Workflow Automation Tools

Configuration Management Platforms

Zoom

Job description

Babylist is the trusted platform for millions of growing families. For over a decade, Babylist has been the technology solution for expecting parents and the community that supports them, expanding from baby registry into a full-service platform that helps parents make decisions with confidence, stay connected, and build happy and healthy families. Every year Babylist helps over 9M people make purchases through its registry, app, ecommerce shop, and comprehensive product guides. The Babylist ecosystem now includes Babylist Health, which provides access to products and services including insurance-covered breast pumps, Expectful, a new voice in health and wellness for pre-pregnancy through postpartum care, and The Push, a branded content studio that works with the biggest companies in the baby space. With over 59M monthly pageviews and 1.2M TikTok followers, Babylist is a generational brand leading the $88 billion baby product industry.

Our Ways of Working

Our team spans multiple time zones, but real connection drives great work. We embrace remote flexibility, but twice a year, we come together—once as a company, once by department. These offsites aren’t just meetings; they’re key moments to collaborate, build trust, and strengthen the relationships that make us successful. Showing up every day matters.

What the Role Is

The Senior Manager of IT at Babylist will lead the corporate IT infrastructure and security strategies, ensuring the organization can scale securely and efficiently. This role involves strategic planning, development, implementation, and maintenance of IT and security systems, emphasizing automation and minimizing manual intervention. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a technical background and a proven IT and security management track record.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience in IT and security, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Proven experience in designing and implementing IT infrastructure and security strategies
• Strong knowledge of IT systems, network security, and data protection principles
• Experience with automation tools and technologies, such as identity management systems and workflow platforms
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners

How You Will Make An Impact

Strategic Prioritization:

• Define the roadmap, priorities, and requirements for corporate IT and security.
• Focus the team on high-impact projects, balancing operational scaling and growth initiatives.
• Adapt to new information and opportunities, adjusting strategies as needed.
• Communicate the strategy effectively within the team and across the company.

IT Infrastructure Management:

• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable IT infrastructure, including physical assets such as laptops (Windows and Mac), network hardware, and peripherals.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of IT systems and services.
• Manage office network systems, Zoom rooms, door badge systems, and related technologies to support business operations effectively.
• Coordinate physical security measures, including the management of security cameras and access control systems at showrooms and warehouses.
• Develop and enforce IT asset lifecycle management policies to ensure efficient resource utilization and compliance.
• Lead initiatives to automate processes and reduce the need for manual IT interventions.

Security Strategy and Operations:

• Develop and implement comprehensive corporate security policies and procedures in collaboration with Legal and HR.
• Identify and mitigate security risks, ensuring the protection of IT data and systems.
• Oversee the monitoring, detection, and response to IT security incidents and vulnerabilities.

Automation and Optimization:

• Drive the implementation of automated solutions to streamline operations and improve efficiency across various platforms and tools.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify opportunities for process automation, leveraging technologies such as identity management systems, workflow automation tools, and configuration management platforms.
• Implement automation and monitoring solutions for managing physical IT infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Establish clear metrics to assess the success of automation initiatives and continuously iterate for improvement.

Technological Trends:

• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends to ensure the IT infrastructure remains innovative and competitive.
• Regularly evaluate and incorporate new tools, platforms, and best practices that align with Babylist’s goals.
• Foster a culture of innovation within the IT team, encouraging exploration and integration of cutting-edge solutions.

Project and Vendor Management:

• Manage IT and security projects, completing them on time and within budget.
• Oversee relationships with external IT vendors and service providers, ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with relevant corporate regulations and standards (e.g., SOX, GDPR, HIPAA).
• Conduct regular IT security audits and risk assessments, implementing necessary improvements.

Team Development and Goal Setting:

• Define overall team goals with clear metrics for success, such as system uptime, project completion rates, and employee satisfaction.
• Ensure alignment of team objectives with the organization’s strategic priorities.
• Manage the IT and security budget effectively to maximize impact.
• Mentor and develop IT staff, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth.

Effective Communication:

• Translate the team’s internal operations to align with the company’s greater context.
• Collaborate effectively with all stakeholders, the entire company, and the CEO.

People Management and Culture Building:

• Coach and mentor team members.
• Recruit top talent by selling the high-level vision and evaluating candidates effectively.

Hiring and Talent Management:

• Define roles, experience requirements, and interview processes.
• Synthesize feedback on candidates and train new interviewers.
• Determine team resourcing and headcount, evaluating current talent against business goals.

Why You Will Love Working At Babylist

• We invest in the infrastructure you’ll need to be supported and successful: tools, opportunities to connect with colleagues, and a stipend to help you set up your office
• We build products that have a positive impact on millions of people’s lives
• We work at a sustainable pace which means work/life balance is a real thing here
• We believe technology and data can solve hard problems
• We believe in exceptional management
• We are an antiracist organization and doing the work to support differences of all kinds
• We offer competitive pay and meaningful opportunities for career advancement
• We have great benefits like company paid medical, dental, and vision, a generous paid parental leave policy, and 401k with company match
• We care about employee wellbeing with perks for physical, mental and emotional health, parenting, childcare, and financial planning