IT Infrastructure & Security Manager

GTN Technical Staffing

Norwalk, CT

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Marketing, Analysis Skills, Android, Apple iPad, Apple iPhone, Authentication, Best Practices, Board Meeting, Budget Management, Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Business Support, Change Management, Cloud Computing, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Corporate Policies, Cryptography, Customer Relations, Disaster Recovery, Emerging Technology, Endpoint Security, Enterprise Endpoint, Help Desk, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Identity Data Management, Incident Response, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Security, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, Leadership, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Mentoring, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Windows Server, Network Administration/Management, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operations Planning, Operations Security (OPSEC), Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Compliance, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Monitoring, Single Sign-On (SSO), Staff Training, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Recruiting, Technical Support, Test Plan/Schedule, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Norwalk, CT
POSTED
1 day ago
IT Infrastructure & Security ManagerHIGHLIGHTS
Location: Norwalk, CT (100% Onsite)

Position Type: Direct Hire

Salary: Based on Experience
Position Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure & Security Manager to lead technology services for its corporate office. This newly created, highly visible leadership role is responsible for maintaining reliable IT operations, a secure technology environment, and technology initiatives that support business objectives.

Reporting to senior IT leadership, this individual will oversee day-to-day IT operations, infrastructure planning, budgeting, security, technology projects, and end-user support while serving as the primary technology leader for the corporate office.

The ideal candidate enjoys balancing leadership responsibilities with technical problem-solving and thrives in a hands-on environment where no two days are the same.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead day-to-day IT operations for the corporate office.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for local IT infrastructure, security, and technology support.
  • Provide white-glove IT support for executive leadership and board meeting technology needs.
  • Supervise and mentor one onsite IT professional while coordinating third-party technology partners.
  • Develop and manage the annual IT budget and oversee technology projects and infrastructure improvements.
  • Develop and maintain 1-, 3-, and 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives.
  • Maintain enterprise technology asset inventory and lifecycle management processes.
  • Lead technology change management initiatives and evaluate emerging technologies and security best practices.
  • Partner with enterprise IT, Information Security, and business leadership to maintain technology standards and compliance.
  • Manage endpoint deployments, imaging, encryption, endpoint security, vulnerability remediation, hardware lifecycle, software deployments, and procurement.
  • Maintain secure network operations, identity management, backup solutions, business continuity, and disaster recovery capabilities.
  • Develop and test disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
  • Define security monitoring, vulnerability management, incident response, and remediation activities.
  • Promote security awareness by educating employees on cybersecurity best practices and corporate IT policies.
  • Manage vendor relationships, evaluate third-party technology services, and recommend solutions that improve operational effectiveness.
  • Support compliance with records retention, governance, and technology policies.
  • Handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of professionalism and discretion.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on technology and operational improvements.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years supporting enterprise IT infrastructure in complex environments.
  • 5+ years leading IT operations, infrastructure, or security/compliance initiatives.
  • Experience supervising technical staff including hiring, coaching, and performance management.
  • Hands-on experience with enterprise endpoint management, deployment, imaging, encryption, vulnerability remediation, and lifecycle management.
  • Experience with Windows enterprise environments, Microsoft 365, cloud services, and identity management technologies.
  • Understanding of EDR, SIEM, MFA, SSO, Microsoft Entra, and incident response processes.
  • Familiarity with CMMC, NIST, ISO 27001, or similar security frameworks.
  • Strong project management, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Professional, emotionally intelligent, customer-focused leadership style.
Preferred Technical Experience
  • Windows Server 2016+
  • Active Directory
  • Microsoft 365
  • Azure / Microsoft Entra ID
  • Microsoft Intune
  • Windows Autopilot
  • Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
  • Security Information & Event Management (SIEM)
  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
  • Single Sign-On (SSO)
  • Immutable Backup
  • Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
  • Incident Response
  • Vulnerability Management
  • iPhone, iPad & Android Support
  • CMMC
  • NIST
  • ISO 27001
Ideal Candidate
  • Hands-on technical leader who leads by example.
  • Professional, approachable, and service-oriented.
  • Comfortable supporting executives and board-level stakeholders.
  • Strong communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills.
  • Organized, proactive, accountable, and customer focused.
  • Thrives in a collaborative, 100% onsite environment.
Why Join?
  • Direct hire opportunity.
  • Competitive salary.
  • Newly created, highly visible leadership role.
  • Broad ownership across IT operations, infrastructure, and security.
  • Opportunity to build strong partnerships across technology and business teams.
  • Play a key role in shaping the organization's long-term technology and security success.

 

 

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