IT Manager

About the role

We are looking for an experienced IT Manager to lead technology operations and strengthen the reliability, security, and scalability of the organization’s systems in Farmington Hills, Michigan. This role combines hands-on infrastructure oversight with team leadership, helping drive efficient IT services across network, cloud, and end-user environments. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in enterprise technology management, clear communication skills, and the ability to balance strategic planning with day-to-day operational support.

Responsibilities

• Direct the planning and control of the IT department’s operating budget while administering software agreements, renewals, and external service providers.
• Manage core infrastructure across directory services, secure remote connectivity, switching, and firewall environments to maintain stable and secure operations.
• Supervise, coach, and support IT staff, fostering accountability, technical growth, and effective service delivery across the team.
• Advance the adoption of connected technologies throughout the business by identifying opportunities to improve integration, performance, and scalability.
• Prepare leadership updates that outline system health, security exposure, emerging risks, and recommended timelines for future improvements.
• Oversee backup administration and establish effective safeguards for business continuity, including recovery planning and failover readiness.
• Create and maintain technical documentation to support infrastructure enhancements, new deployments, and system modernization initiatives.
• Contribute hands-on automation and integration solutions using scripting tools to improve consistency, efficiency, and cross-system functionality.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in enterprise IT environments, including 2 or more years leading technical teams.
• Demonstrated knowledge across cybersecurity, networking, systems integration, application support, and help desk operations.
• Strong experience supporting both on-premises systems and cloud-based infrastructure in a hybrid environment.
• Practical scripting and automation ability using PowerShell and Python.
• Solid understanding of Active Directory, VPN technologies, switches, firewalls, and broader network infrastructure components.
• Able to manage competing priorities effectively and provide support outside standard business hours when necessary.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for working with technical teams and executive stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline; relevant certifications are advantageous.

Benefits

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Pay

$85,000 - $105,000 USD / Yearly

Schedule

Ongoing / Full-Time

Location

Farmington, MI

- 2026-06-25T00:00:00Z