IT Manager, infrastructure

Salary Range: $70k - 105K

A Shift (8 am – 5:00pm)

40 hrs/week; overtime as needed

Company Overview:

A unique corporate culture combined with a dynamic work environment

Optimax has lenses throughout the Universe! We build the optics behind the latest breakthrough technologies in aerospace, defense, and consumer electronics, leveraging our optics manufacturing technology for programs that benefit mankind and projects that defend our freedom. In other words, WE DO COOL THINGS! Our unique corporate culture of teamwork, innovation, and agility provides a dynamic work environment. We are looking for individuals that are committed to lifelong learning and creating value through their hard work.

Job Description:

The IT Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing a variety of critical IT functions within our organization. This role requires a dynamic individual with strong technical skills, experience in managing MSP services, and a proven ability to lead a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain MSP services, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to service level agreements.

• System configuration documentation: Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations and procedures.

• Network management: Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of network infrastructure.

• Infrastructure management: Manage the organization’s IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, and cloud services.

• Backups/DR: Implement and manage backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure data integrity and business continuity.

• Ensure compliance with CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) requirements and other relevant regulatory standards.

• Monitor and ensure the daily operation of computers, printers, and software applications.

• Manage SQL databases and LMS (Learning Management Systems) to support organizational needs.

• Lead and coordinate IT projects, including planning, implementation, and evaluation.

• Provide support for Active Directory and Microsoft Exchange environments.

• Supervise a team of 5-6 IT professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback as needed.

• Collaborate with the Director of Quality and Information Systems and other stakeholders to align IT strategies with business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related field preferred.

• 8+ years of experience in IT systems administration, preferably in a manufacturing environment preferred.

• Demonstrated expertise in managing MSP services and overseeing IT infrastructure.

• Proficiency in network management principles and practices.

• Strong understanding of backup and disaster recovery concepts.

• Familiarity with CMMC compliance standards and related cybersecurity best practices.

• Experience with SQL databases and LMS systems.

• Proven ability to manage IT projects from inception to completion.

• Hands-on experience with Active Directory and Microsoft Exchange administration.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

  Compensation and Benefits

  Optimax Systems offers highly competitive, total compensation packages linked directly to employee’s professional experience. Some of Optimax’s benefits include: Bonus – 25% Monthly Profit Sharing, Advanced Tuition Assistance, Health Insurance, Health Savings Account Employer Match, Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, 9+ paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and a 401(k) plan.

(EEO) Optimax Systems, Inc. must comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) issued by the United States Department of State, Department of Defense Trade Controls. Because of the ITAR, Optimax must limit employment opportunities to US citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States. Optimax is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Optimax will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

If you require an accommodation in order to apply for this position, please call 585-265-1020 and ask for a member of Human Resources