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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Manager/Director - **Company:** Robert Half - **Location:** Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Application Firewall, Business Software, Collaborative Software, Desktop Computing, Document Management Systems, Disaster Recovery, File Systems, Identity and Access Management, IT Management, Internet Services, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Local Security Policy, Network Architecture, User Provisioning Software, Backup and Restore, Wireless Access Point, Wi-Fi Technology, Software Licensing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Laptops, User Accounts - **Published:** October 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3413469855&tx=KJ6969FFJ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role Develop IT policies, strengthen cybersecurity awareness efforts, support security questionnaires and audits, and assess new technologies such as automation and AI tools for secure productivity improvements. Requirements -At least 7 years of progressive IT experience, ideally within a legal, detail-focused services, or similarly fast-paced business setting. -Proven success independently managing the technology needs of a small to midsized organization. -Strong hands-on experience administering Microsoft 365, including user accounts, permissions, collaboration tools, and security settings. -Solid technical knowledge of Windows-based environments, Active Directory, endpoint support, networking, firewalls, Wi-Fi, VPNs, and related infrastructure. -Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, network, and end-user support issues effectively. -Experience working with backup technologies, business continuity practices, and cybersecurity controls to protect organizational operations and data. -Background managing external vendors, service providers, software licensing, and technology contracts. -Willingness and ability to travel periodically to support additional office locations as business needs require. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do., All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. ## Description Direct the firm's overall technology function and serve as the lead resource for IT planning, issue resolution, and operational performance. -Provide timely technical assistance to attorneys and administrative staff by diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, connectivity, and user-access issues. -Support and maintain desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and meeting room technology to ensure dependable day-to-day operations. -Administer the Microsoft 365 environment, including email services, collaboration platforms, file storage, user provisioning, permissions management, and security controls. -Coordinate employee onboarding and separation activities from an IT perspective, including equipment setup, account changes, access management, and protection of firm data. -Maintain and improve network infrastructure across offices, including wireless access, internet service, firewall administration, VPN connectivity, and related systems. -Travel periodically to other office locations to deliver on-site support, complete installations, assist with infrastructure projects, and address technical issues. -Oversee legal and business software platforms, including document management, case-related systems, billing tools, and other core applications used by the firm. -Manage backup processes, disaster recovery readiness, business continuity measures, vendor relationships, technology purchasing, licensing, and IT documentation while identifying opportunities to reduce unnecessary costs. ## Related Videos - [Agentic employees in world's most downloaded FinTech app](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100123-agentic-employees-in-world-s-most-downloaded-fintech-app) - [Possibilities with Web Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1575-possibilities-with-web-capabilities) - [Full-stack role-based authorization in 45 minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/312-full-stack-role-based-authorization-in-45-minutes) - [Global trends and local characteristics - Employers and work](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1079-global-trends-and-local-characteristics-employers-and-work) - [Synthetic Insiders: The New AI Risk to Your Org](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100057-synthetic-insiders-the-new-ai-risk-to-your-org) - [What if your HR software adapted to you, not the other way around?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100259-what-if-your-hr-software-adapted-to-you-not-the-other-way-around) ## Related Articles - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023)