IT Manager

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on IT Manager to oversee IT infrastructure, systems administration, and cybersecurity posture. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, leadership acumen, and industry experience—particularly in trading or financial services environments. You’ll be responsible for managing enterprise systems, maintaining secure and efficient IT operations, and leading projects that support strategic business goals. This role is both tactical and strategic, requiring someone who thrives in a dynamic, performance-driven environment.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• IT Infrastructure Management & End User Support:
  • Oversee and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, storage, and endpoints.
  • Ensure the high availability and performance of mission-critical systems.
• System Administration:
  • Manage and administer enterprise systems such as ERP, WMS, CRM, and trading platforms.
  • Maintain Active Directory, cloud services (AWS/Azure), virtualization, and backup systems.
• IT Security & Compliance:
  • Implement and enforce robust cybersecurity measures, in line with industry standards.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., SOC, and ISO 27001).
• Strategic Planning & Leadership:
  • Align IT strategy with business goals; and contribute to long-term technology planning.
  • Evaluate and adopt new technologies that support operational efficiency and risk reduction.
• Project Management:
  • Lead IT initiatives from planning to execution, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
  • Coordinate cross-functional efforts and report progress to stakeholders.
• Vendor Management:
  • Manage relationships with external IT vendors, service providers, and software partners.
  • Negotiate contracts and ensure that service levels are met.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate IT and cybersecurity risks.
  • Maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
• Staff Management & Development:
  • Lead and mentor a small IT team; and promote a culture of accountability and growth.
  • Oversee workload distribution, performance reviews, and skills development.

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Degree preferred).
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in IT management, preferably within the trading or financial services industry.
• Strong technical expertise in IT infrastructure, systems administration, and cybersecurity.
• Experience managing enterprise systems such as ERP, WMS, CRM, and trading platforms.
• Proven track record of leading IT projects with successful, on-time delivery.
• Relevant certifications, such as CISSP, PMP, or ITIL, are a strong plus.

• Experience with Windows/Linux environments, firewalls, VPNs, and MDM tools.
• Familiarity with financial services regulations and technology requirements.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.