Senior IT Manager

Senior IT Manager
We are seeking a senior-level IT leader to drive the performance, stability, and ongoing evolution of a complex enterprise technology environment. This role focuses on strengthening existing infrastructure, improving operational efficiency, and modernizing capabilities through targeted, value-driven enhancements. The ideal candidate brings a pragmatic approach to optimizing legacy systems while selectively incorporating cloud-based solutions where appropriate.
Worksite Location: Onsite in the office 5 days a week (Northeast metro)

Pay Range:

• $150 - $160k + 10% bonus
• No work visa sponsorship available; no C2C, thank you

Benefits:

• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
• PTO
• Annual bonus
• 401k

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead the ongoing improvement and stabilization of enterprise IT infrastructure across on-premises and hybrid cloud environments
• Optimize system performance, extend lifecycle value of existing platforms, and implement cost-effective modernization strategies
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams and third-party managed service providers across infrastructure, cloud, networking, and security domains
• Oversee service delivery governance, including performance reviews, escalation management, and KPI tracking
• Manage and enhance multi-location network environments with a focus on uptime, resilience, and performance optimization
• Establish and enforce IT service management best practices, including change control, incident response, and problem management processes
• Drive initiatives to improve end-user experience and support service effectiveness
• Evaluate and rationalize vendor relationships, licensing agreements, and technology spend to maximize return on investment
• Ensure robust backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity capabilities are in place, tested, and effective-especially within legacy environments
• Act as a key point of contact for business stakeholders, providing clear communication on system health, risks, and improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with geographically distributed teams to ensure alignment and consistency in IT operations

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, engineering, or a related discipline
• Extensive experience (10+ years) managing enterprise IT environments, particularly those with significant legacy infrastructure components
• Proven leadership experience, including direct team management and cross-functional coordination
• Strong technical background supporting Windows and/or Linux server environments, along with experience in hybrid cloud ecosystems
• Demonstrated expertise in managing and optimizing infrastructure costs, including vendor selection and contract negotiation
• Solid understanding of networking concepts, including routing, switching, monitoring tools, and infrastructure lifecycle planning
• Experience implementing and maintaining cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO), and working with outsourced security services
• Hands-on involvement in incident response and ownership of business continuity and disaster recovery planning
• Familiarity with managed services delivery models, including governance, escalation handling, and performance measurement
• Experience leading or overseeing IT support/helpdesk teams, with a focus on ITIL-aligned processes and continuous improvement

Core Competencies

• Ability to balance short-term fixes with long-term modernization strategies
• Strong planning skills around hardware/software lifecycle management and end-of-life transitions
• Practical approach to hybrid infrastructure, leveraging cloud services where they deliver measurable value
• High attention to detail when managing complex, interdependent systems
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills within technical and non-technical audiences

About Versique
Versique: /ver-seek/adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high-performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions.

Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiters-seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections.

We believe people are more than just resumes-they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success.

Versique is proud to be award-winning, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.


Let's find your people, together.

Versique is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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