IT Manager- Security & AI

We are seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead and evolve our technology environment across key areas including cybersecurity, AI initiatives, infrastructure, and application integration. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can balance strategic planning with operational execution, ensuring technology investments align with business goals and support organizational growth. Based on general knowledge.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide overall leadership for the IT function, including strategy, operations, and team management. Based on general knowledge.Oversee IT security programs, including risk management, compliance, incident response, and ongoing security improvements. Based on general knowledge.Help evaluate, implement, and govern emerging AI technologies and automation solutions that improve business efficiency and decision-making. Based on general knowledge.Manage core infrastructure environments, including networks, servers, cloud platforms, endpoint systems, and disaster recovery planning. Based on general knowledge.Lead applications integration efforts across enterprise systems, ensuring strong data flow, process alignment, and system reliability. Based on general knowledge.Partner with business leaders to identify technology needs, prioritize projects, and deliver scalable solutions. Based on general knowledge.Develop and maintain IT policies, standards, and best practices. Based on general knowledge.Manage external vendors, consultants, and service providers to ensure strong performance and value. Based on general knowledge.Oversee IT budgets, resource planning, and roadmap development. Based on general knowledge.Mentor and lead IT staff, fostering a collaborative, service-oriented, and innovative culture. Based on general knowledge.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred. Based on general knowledge.5+ years of progressive IT leadership or IT management experience. Based on general knowledge.Broad experience across IT security, infrastructure, enterprise applications, and systems integration. Based on general knowledge.Exposure to or experience supporting AI tools, automation platforms, or data-driven technology initiatives. Based on general knowledge.Strong knowledge of cloud technologies, networking, systems administration, and business applications. Based on general knowledge.Experience developing IT strategy, managing projects, and leading cross-functional technology initiatives. Based on general knowledge.Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders. Based on general knowledge.Proven leadership, vendor management, and team development capabilities. Based on general knowledge.