IT Manager/Director

Description We are looking for an experienced IT Manager/Director to lead technology operations for a machinery manufacturing organization in Orlando, Florida. This role is responsible for maintaining a secure, reliable infrastructure that supports day-to-day business performance and long-term operational goals. The ideal candidate will combine strategic oversight with hands-on technical leadership across network systems, server environments, data protection, and end-user technology.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the planning, maintenance, and improvement of the company’s IT infrastructure to ensure stable and efficient operations.

• Oversee administration of Active Directory environments, including user access, group policies, and security controls.

• Manage backup and recovery practices to protect business-critical systems and data from disruption or loss.

• Lead the support and optimization of Cisco-based networking equipment, including connectivity, performance, and troubleshooting.

• Supervise the deployment, maintenance, and lifecycle management of computer hardware across the organization.

• Establish and enforce configuration management standards to improve system consistency, compliance, and reliability.

• Partner with leadership and operational teams to align technology initiatives with manufacturing and business needs.

• Guide technical staff and external service providers, setting priorities, monitoring performance, and resolving escalated issues. Requirements * Proven experience in an IT leadership role with responsibility for infrastructure, support, and systems administration.

• Strong working knowledge of Active Directory administration and enterprise access management.

• Experience with backup technologies and disaster recovery planning in a business environment.

• Hands-on expertise with Cisco technologies, including network configuration and issue resolution.

• Familiarity with computer hardware support, procurement, and asset lifecycle management.

• Understanding of configuration management principles and standardization practices across IT systems.

• Ability to lead technical projects, manage priorities, and communicate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders. Technology Doesn’t Change the World, People Do.®

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