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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Manager - **Company:** Olipop Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Software as a Service, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, Information Technology Operations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Language Modeling, Blockchain, Zero Trust Network Access, IT General Controls (ITGC), Okta, Information Technology - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/job/it-manager/11313828?handler=ApplyRedirect ## About the Role * 8+ years of progressive experience managing IT operations in a cloud-first, SaaS-heavy environment. * Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365, Zscaler, Okta, Arctic Wolf, Abnormal, and related modern IT and security tools. * Proven experience leading cross-functional IT projects and vendor management from negotiation through delivery. * Strong understanding of security frameworks, ITGC, and best practices for data protection and access management. * Demonstrated ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on technical execution. * Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical audiences. * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred. Bonus Points * Experience supporting audit readiness and compliance programs (SOX, SOC 2). * Background managing or scaling small IT teams in high-growth environments. ## Description Leads OLIPOP's IT strategy, operations, security, compliance, vendor management, and cross-functional technology projects. Oversees cloud systems, networking, endpoint management, SaaS lifecycle, helpdesk operations, onboarding and offboarding, access governance, and user support. Manages IT policies, budgets, audits, security tools, incident response, and vendor relationships while balancing strategic planning with hands-on technical execution., OLIPOP is looking for an IT Manager who's passionate about empowering teams through technology and ensuring our systems are secure, scalable, and easy to use. This role is both strategic and hands-on, leading key IT initiatives while diving deep into tools like Microsoft 365, Zscaler, Okta, Arctic Wolf, and Abnormal. You'll drive IT policy, governance, and vendor management while helping shape how technology supports OLIPOP's next stage of growth. RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership & Strategy * Partner with the IT Director and company leadership to define and execute OLIPOP's IT strategy, roadmap, and annual priorities. * Establish, document, and enforce IT policies, standards, and best practices across the organization. * Own IT vendor management from sourcing to contract negotiation, renewals, and ongoing performance. * Manage IT budget planning, spend optimization, and technology ROI reporting.Systems & Operations * Oversee daily IT operations across cloud platforms, networking, endpoint management, and security infrastructure. * Manage upgrades, new deployments, and migrations ensuring minimal disruption and clear communication across teams. * Drive SaaS lifecycle management: onboarding, access control, renewals, and integrations. * Partner with internal teams and external vendors to ensure uptime, system performance, and timely resolution of issues. Security & Compliance * Lead information security initiatives, including SSO/MFA, identity governance, and zero-trust architecture through Okta and Zscaler. * Maintain and continually improve endpoint protection, threat detection, and email security using tools like Arctic Wolf and Abnormal. * Conduct regular IT risk assessments, user-access reviews, and incident-response exercises. * Ensure audit readiness for ITGC, SOC 2, and SOX-related controls, and support compliance with company security policies. Project & Vendor Management * Lead cross-functional IT projects including migrations, implementations, and automation initiatives from scoping through delivery. * Build and maintain strong relationships with SaaS providers and technology partners. * Deliver clear project documentation, timelines, and stakeholder communication. User Experience & Support * Provide hands-on support and mentorship to IT staff and end-users, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. * Oversee the IT helpdesk, establishing SLAs, processes, and escalation paths. * Oversee the employee onboarding and offboarding process, ensuring proper provisioning, deprovisioning, and access governance. * Design and deliver internal training and self-service resources to promote productivity and security awareness. * Support the rollout and adoption of new security tools and endpoint-management platforms. * Continuously assess and enhance IT service delivery through automation, monitoring, and user feedback loops., Applicants are required to submit only the materials specifically requested as part of the application process. Please do not include any unsolicited materials, as they will not be reviewed or considered. Unsolicited materials may include, but are not limited to: * Marketing or promotional concepts * Business ideas or strategies * Photographs, videos, or other media * Presentations, designs, or other creative content By submitting any materials beyond those explicitly requested, you agree that: 1. You are voluntarily providing such materials; 2. You irrevocably assign all rights, title, and interest in and to those materials to Olipop Inc.; and 3. Olipop Inc. may use, reproduce, modify, distribute, or otherwise exploit such materials for any purpose anywhere in the world, without restriction or compensation., Manage multiple concurrent IT infrastructure, application, cybersecurity, and compliance projects across cloud and on-premises environments. Lead projects through planning, execution, delivery, stabilization, and benefit realization while managing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, resources, vendors, stakeholders, and organizational change. Develop business cases and execution strategies, coordinate dependencies, guide teams, and communicate with executives. Ensure customer satisfaction, project success, and alignment with organizational objectives. Top Skills: AgileExcelMicrosoft PowerpointMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft WordServicenow Spm BAE Systems, Inc., Leads end-to-end execution of multiple concurrent IT projects across infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, compliance, cloud, and on-premises environments. Manages planning, execution, delivery, stabilization, benefits realization, requirements, schedules, budgets, risks, resources, vendors, stakeholders, organizational change, and executive communications. Requires strong agile project leadership, customer focus, financial management, and cross-functional coordination. 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