IT Manager

A confidential, cutting -edge defense technology organization is seeking an experienced and proactive IT Manager to own and scale its internal IT infrastructure. In this role, you’ll be the go -to expert for IT operations, security, and compliance—partnering closely with engineering and operations leadership to support a fast -growing, mission -driven team.

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What You’ll Do

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• IT Operations & Infrastructure

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  • Manage and maintain all internal systems, services, and hardware in a Mac -first, cloud -native environment.

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  • Administer tools such as Google Workspace, AWS, Slack, Jamf, and related SaaS platforms.

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  • Security & Compliance

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    • Implement, monitor, and continuously improve IT security policies and controls to meet federal standards (including CMMC).

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    • Own security audits, remediation plans, and policy updates.

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    • Internal Support

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      • Provide hands -on technical support to a distributed team; troubleshoot hardware, software, and access issues.

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      • Serve as the primary point of contact for all IT -related questions and escalations.

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      • Tooling, Automation & Vendor Management

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        • Oversee software licensing, renewals, and vendor relationships.

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        • Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement across IT workflows.

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        • Onboarding & Offboarding

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          • Run end -to -end IT onboarding and offboarding: account provisioning, access control, hardware shipping, and remote MDM deployment.

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          • Documentation

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            • Create and maintain clear documentation for IT processes, assets, architecture, and security procedures.

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              What You Bring

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              • 2+ years of experience as an IT Manager (or similar role) with full ownership of infrastructure, ideally in a start -up or remote -first environment.

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              • VantageClear Certification or equivalent security/compliance credential required.

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              • Strong hands -on experience with cloud -based systems (AWS, Google Workspace, Slack, etc.).

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              • Advanced understanding of IT security principles, tools, and best practices, including endpoint protection and identity/access management.

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              • Experience with remote device management and endpoint tools (Jamf, Hypori, or similar).

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              • Proven ability to work cross -functionally with engineering, HR, operations, and finance to design and enforce technical procedures.

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              • Excellent communication skills and comfort operating in a fast -paced, high -growth environment.

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              • U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency required to meet federal export and security regulations.

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                Why You’ll Love This Role

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                • Competitive base salary + bonus opportunities.

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                • Mission -driven work supporting the defense and security sector.

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                • Hands -on exposure to cutting -edge cloud security and federal compliance frameworks.

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                • A true ownership role where you can build, shape, and scale IT infrastructure from the ground up.

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