IT Manager

Tech Partners is partnering with a well-established, multi-office professional services organization to identify an IT Manager who can step into a high-impact leadership role and help guide the next phase of their technology evolution.

This position is on-site in Tulsa, OK
, and replaces a long-tenured IT leader. The client is looking for a business-savvy IT professional
—someone who can own the technology environment end to end, drive cybersecurity efforts, and build a forward-looking IT strategy, while still being comfortable rolling up their sleeves when needed.

This is not a pure keep-the-lights-on IT role. The client wants:

• strategic IT leader who can build and execute a technology roadmap aligned with business goals
• hands-on technical expert who truly understands the Azure / Microsoft 365 stack they're responsible for
• internal owner of cybersecurity
  , not just someone who manages vendors
• a leader who can communicate clearly with executives and translate IT decisions into business impact
• Someone who can lead, mentor, and elevate a small IT team while driving accountability and modernization

The environment supports ~250 users across five locations, with a mix of in-office and hybrid employees.

• Own overall IT strategy, infrastructure, and day-to-day operations
• Build and maintain a technology roadmap aligned to business and risk priorities
• Lead and develop a small internal IT team (including Help Desk resources in Tulsa and OKC)
• Oversee Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, identity, access, and cloud services
• Support hybrid work through VPN and secure remote access
• Serve as the internal owner of cybersecurity efforts, including policies, risk management, and incident response
• Coordinate with an external cybersecurity partner (including PEN testing and remediation)
• Manage vendors across cloud, connectivity, cybersecurity, and telephony (Ring Central)
• Explore automation and AI-driven solutions, including AI agents, where they add real business value

Must Have:

• 7+ years of progressive IT experience, including leadership or ownership of an IT environment
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure and Microsoft 365
• Broad infrastructure, networking, and systems knowledge
• Demonstrated cybersecurity ownership (beyond just vendor coordination)
• Experience supporting multi-location and hybrid users

Nice to Have:

• Experience building or managing AI agents or intelligent automation
• Background in professional services, insurance, financial services, or other regulated environments
• Relevant technical or security certifications

• High visibility and influence with executive leadership
• Opportunity to modernize and shape IT after a 20+ year tenure transition
• Balance of strategic ownership and hands‑on responsibility
• Stable organization investing intentionally in technology and security

If you're an IT leader who enjoys owning the environment, influencing strategy, and being the go‑to technology partner for the business
, this is worth a conversation.