It Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead IT operations and technology strategy across a growing, multi-site global organization. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, ERP support, IT/OT environments, vendor/MSP management, and the internal IT team. The ideal candidate comes from a manufacturing, engineering, industrial, or product-based environment and is comfortable balancing strategic leadership with hands-on technical oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the internal IT team, including prioritizing support needs, managing escalations, and maintaining service levels
• Manage IT infrastructure across U.S. and international locations, including servers, networks, endpoints, and business-critical applications
• Oversee the full hardware and software lifecycle, including procurement, deployment, patching, backups, and disaster recovery
• Support Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure AD, and Microsoft 365 environments
• Serve as the primary IT point of contact for ERP systems, integrations, infrastructure requirements, and vendor escalations
• Manage MSPs, contractors, and technology vendors, including SLAs and service performance
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and controls teams to support IT/OT environments
• Lead cybersecurity initiatives across endpoint security, identity and access management, vulnerability management, and network security
• Support cybersecurity and regulatory requirements, including CMMC, NIST, ITAR, GDPR, and SOC 2
• Establish consistent IT and cybersecurity standards across multiple locations
• Manage networking infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, and VPNs
• Support secure implementation of emerging technologies, including AI and LLM-based tools
• Drive continuous improvement of IT systems, processes, security, documentation, and service delivery

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive IT experience with ownership of enterprise IT environments
• 3+ years leading IT teams
• Previous IT experience within manufacturing, engineering, industrial, marine, or other product-based organizations
• Strong understanding of networking, servers, endpoints, infrastructure, patching, backups, and disaster recovery
• Experience supporting and managing ERP systems in a production or engineering environment
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory/Azure AD, and Microsoft 365
• Experience with cybersecurity, endpoint protection, IAM, vulnerability management, firewalls, and VPNs
• Working knowledge of CMMC and NIST cybersecurity requirements
• Familiarity with ITAR, GDPR, SOC 2, or similar compliance requirements
• Experience working with MSPs and third-party technology vendors
• Understanding of IT/OT environments and the technology requirements of manufacturing operations
• Experience supporting multiple sites and/or international operations
• Experience with PowerShell or another scripting language
• Bachelor's degree in IT or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with IFS ERP
• IT leadership experience within manufacturing, marine, defense, or engineering
• Experience supporting global operations, particularly U.S. and European locations
• Experience with hybrid on-premises and cloud infrastructure
• Exposure to AI, LLMs, or emerging enterprise technologies
• Familiarity with export-controlled or defense-related technology environments
• German, Dutch, French, Spanish, or Italian language skills are a plus

Work environment

This role operates in a hands-on engineering and manufacturing environment where IT directly supports the design, production, testing, and global service of sophisticated physical products. You will work closely with teams across engineering, R&D, manufacturing, controls, service, and business operations, providing visibility into how technology supports the full product lifecycle. The organization also has a global footprint, requiring regular collaboration with international teams and IT partners.

Key skills

• IT Management
• Manufacturing IT
• IT Infrastructure
• Cybersecurity
• CMMC
• NIST
• ITAR
• IT/OT
• ERP
• IFS ERP
• Windows Server
• Active Directory
• Azure AD
• Microsoft 365
• Networking
• Firewalls
• VPN
• Disaster Recovery
• MSP Management
• PowerShell
• Multi-Site IT

Job type & location

This is a permanent, fully onsite position based out of Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Pay and benefits

The pay range for this position is $100,000.00 - $140,000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Health Insurance (100% paid for employee only coverage)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Long-Term Disability (100% employer paid)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Aflac Ancillary Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• End of Year Paid Holiday Closure
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Paid Training

Application deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.