Technical Services Manager (Remote)

Irvine Technology Corporation; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

Irvine Technology Corporation in San Diego is seeking a hands-on Manager of Systems Engineering to lead a high-performing infrastructure team. You will oversee server, storage, network, and cloud-forward initiatives across projects and operations.

The role requires 10+ years in infrastructure, 5+ years in leadership, and strong budgeting/project management skills. Healthcare exp. and PMP/Cisco certs are a plus, with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience supporting multiple network infrastructure technologies and tools, including servers and storage.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience leading technical staff and managing multiple projects.
• Cloud-forward infrastructure experience and strong knowledge of systems engineering, network management, project management, personnel management, and budgeting.
• Three or more years in a healthcare network environment and large-scale projects strongly preferred; experience supporting a 24/7 environment is valued.
• PMP or Cisco certifications are a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the System Engineering and Storage technical staff, including staffing, performance reviews, cross‑training, team building, and productivity management.
• Oversee the planning, design, engineering, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of server, storage, connectivity, and data transport environments.
• Partner with business stakeholders to assess technology needs and coordinate multiple infrastructure projects, implementations, and ongoing operational work.
• Establish and maintain technical protocols, procedures, capacity plans, change management practices, and reliable client accessibility.
• Manage capital and operating budgets while promoting quality customer service, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Cloud-forward infrastructure

Systems engineering

Budgeting

Project management

Leadership / staff management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

Cisco UCS

Palo Alto

VDI/BDI environments

Job description

Manager, Systems Engineering

Our client is seeking a hands‑on Manager of Systems Engineering to lead a high‑performing infrastructure team and drive reliable, scalable technology services. This role combines people leadership, technical oversight, project delivery, and operational planning across server, storage, connectivity, and cloud‑forward environments.

For questions, contact [e-mail].

• Job Type: Contract-to-hire

• Location: San Diego, CA (Remote with very limited onsite days)

• Compensation: This job is expected to pay about $72 – 92/hr during the contract period, with conversion compensation $160,000-185,000

• No Visa Sponsorship Available for this role

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and develop the System Engineering and Storage technical staff, including staffing, performance reviews, cross‑training, team building, and productivity management.

• Oversee the planning, design, engineering, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of server, storage, connectivity, and data transport environments.

• Partner with business stakeholders to assess technology needs and coordinate multiple infrastructure projects, implementations, and ongoing operational work.

• Establish and maintain technical protocols, procedures, capacity plans, change management practices, and reliable client accessibility.

• Manage capital and operating budgets while promoting quality customer service, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What Gets You the Job:

• 10+ years of experience supporting multiple network infrastructure technologies and tools, including servers and storage.

• 5+ years of supervisory experience leading technical staff and managing multiple projects.

• Cloud-forward infrastructure experience and strong knowledge of systems engineering, network management, project management, personnel management, and budgeting.

• Three or more years in a healthcare network environment and large-scale projects strongly preferred; experience supporting a 24/7 environment is valued.

• Preferred: Experience managing endpoint and VDI/BDI environments, Cisco UCS or comparable server infrastructure, and Palo Alto technologies; PMP or Cisco certifications are a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Irvine Technology Corporation (ITC) is a leading provider of technology and staffing solutions for IT, Security, Engineering, and Interactive Design disciplines servicing startups to enterprise clients, nationally. We pride ourselves in the ability to introduce you to our intimate network of business and technology leaders – bringing you opportunity coupled with personal growth, and professional development! Join us. Let us catapult your career!

Irvine Technology Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Irvine Technology Corporation complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.