Senior IT Operations & Security Leader

• Endpoint Management: Oversee endpoint devices' deployment, configuration, and management. Ensure security, updates, and compliance with company policies.
• Systems Administration: Maintain servers, storage, and virtualization environments; perform updates, backups, and troubleshooting for optimal performance.
• Network Management: Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure; monitor performance and security, resolve issues.
• Security Management: Implement and enforce security policies; conduct assessments and audits to mitigate risks.
• Team Leadership: Mentor IT staff, support professional growth, and collaborate with other departments on IT solutions.
• Project Management: Plan and execute IT projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and objectives met; coordinate with vendors and providers.
• End User Support: Point of escalation for Tier III and above support issues

Key Attributes:

• Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V), and network protocols.
• Experience with security frameworks and best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial data to non-financial audiences.
• Highly collaborative team player with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
• Education:
  
  Required:
  
  Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or relevant industry experience
• Experience:
  
  Required:
  
  Minimum of 7+ years of experience in IT operations, with a focus on Endpoint, Systems, and Network Management.
• Skills:
  
  Required:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of Products and Enterprise Business Software.