The Pivot Group
Job Description:
Looking to pivot into an exciting new role where you can truly lead IT strategy and operations for a dynamic manufacturing organization?
We are searching for a
Senior IT Manager
to take the reins of our entire technology infrastructure within a specialized engineering and manufacturing company. This highly influential position demands a seasoned professional who can excel as the sole IT expert in a small person shop IT manager environment, with a critical focus on ERP and manufacturing systems. You will not only manage day-to-day operations but also architect and implement strategic technology roadmaps, ensuring our systems are robust, secure, and scalable to support our advanced manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities: Define and execute the overall IT strategy, aligning technology initiatives with business goals and operational needs. Oversee the comprehensive management of all IT systems, including server infrastructure, network architecture, and endpoint security. Administer, optimize, and provide strategic direction for the company's ERP system, integrating it seamlessly with manufacturing and business processes. Implement and enforce advanced cybersecurity frameworks, conduct regular risk assessments, and manage incident response. Lead significant IT projects, from inception through completion, including major system upgrades, cloud migrations, and new technology rollouts. Manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and negotiate contracts to ensure optimal service delivery and cost efficiency. Provide expert-level technical support and mentorship, serving as the ultimate technical authority for all IT-related challenges. Develop and maintain comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Recommended Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. A minimum of 7 years of progressive IT experience, including at least 3 years in a senior leadership or management capacity, preferably in manufacturing. Extensive experience with enterprise-level ERP systems, including deep understanding of configuration, integration, and optimization. Proven track record of leading complex IT projects and managing cross-functional technical initiatives. Expertise in Windows Server environments, Active Directory, virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V), and Office 365 administration. Strong command of network infrastructure, including routing, switching, firewalls, and robust cybersecurity principles. Exceptional strategic planning, analytical, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in a relevant field or a PMP certification. Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CISSP, MCSE, or ITIL. Experience with industrial automation or Operational Technology (OT) integration. Familiarity with compliance standards relevant to manufacturing or defense industries. Roles That Should Apply:
Senior IT Manager IT Director (SMB) Head of IT Operations Principal Systems Engineer IT Architect
If you are a visionary IT leader eager to make a profound and lasting impact on a growing manufacturing company, this opportunity allows you to drive technological excellence from the ground up.
Join us
and shape the future of our IT landscape, making a pivotal contribution to our innovation and operational success.
Required Skills: • Defense • Business Continuity • Organization • Routing • Operations • ERP • Disaster Recovery • Compliance • Virtualization • Firewalls • Service Delivery • ITIL • VMware • Windows Server • Active Directory • Architecture • Excel • Communication Skills • Optimization • Infrastructure • Manufacturing • Automation • Technical Support • Integration • Information Technology • Strategic Planning • Strategy • Computer Science • Security • Windows • Administration • Planning • Engineering • Business • Science • Leadership • Communication • Management
Salary Package: $ 120,000.00 - 140,000.00 (US Dollar)
Looking to pivot into an exciting new role where you can truly lead IT strategy and operations for a dynamic manufacturing organization?
We are searching for a
Senior IT Manager
to take the reins of our entire technology infrastructure within a specialized engineering and manufacturing company. This highly influential position demands a seasoned professional who can excel as the sole IT expert in a small person shop IT manager environment, with a critical focus on ERP and manufacturing systems. You will not only manage day-to-day operations but also architect and implement strategic technology roadmaps, ensuring our systems are robust, secure, and scalable to support our advanced manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities: Define and execute the overall IT strategy, aligning technology initiatives with business goals and operational needs. Oversee the comprehensive management of all IT systems, including server infrastructure, network architecture, and endpoint security. Administer, optimize, and provide strategic direction for the company's ERP system, integrating it seamlessly with manufacturing and business processes. Implement and enforce advanced cybersecurity frameworks, conduct regular risk assessments, and manage incident response. Lead significant IT projects, from inception through completion, including major system upgrades, cloud migrations, and new technology rollouts. Manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and negotiate contracts to ensure optimal service delivery and cost efficiency. Provide expert-level technical support and mentorship, serving as the ultimate technical authority for all IT-related challenges. Develop and maintain comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Recommended Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. A minimum of 7 years of progressive IT experience, including at least 3 years in a senior leadership or management capacity, preferably in manufacturing. Extensive experience with enterprise-level ERP systems, including deep understanding of configuration, integration, and optimization. Proven track record of leading complex IT projects and managing cross-functional technical initiatives. Expertise in Windows Server environments, Active Directory, virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V), and Office 365 administration. Strong command of network infrastructure, including routing, switching, firewalls, and robust cybersecurity principles. Exceptional strategic planning, analytical, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in a relevant field or a PMP certification. Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CISSP, MCSE, or ITIL. Experience with industrial automation or Operational Technology (OT) integration. Familiarity with compliance standards relevant to manufacturing or defense industries. Roles That Should Apply:
Senior IT Manager IT Director (SMB) Head of IT Operations Principal Systems Engineer IT Architect
If you are a visionary IT leader eager to make a profound and lasting impact on a growing manufacturing company, this opportunity allows you to drive technological excellence from the ground up.
Join us
and shape the future of our IT landscape, making a pivotal contribution to our innovation and operational success.
Required Skills: • Defense • Business Continuity • Organization • Routing • Operations • ERP • Disaster Recovery • Compliance • Virtualization • Firewalls • Service Delivery • ITIL • VMware • Windows Server • Active Directory • Architecture • Excel • Communication Skills • Optimization • Infrastructure • Manufacturing • Automation • Technical Support • Integration • Information Technology • Strategic Planning • Strategy • Computer Science • Security • Windows • Administration • Planning • Engineering • Business • Science • Leadership • Communication • Management
Salary Package: $ 120,000.00 - 140,000.00 (US Dollar)