Overview
At R3, we are committed to providing our clients with best-in-class IT solutions. We are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. If you're ready to join our mission of setting the standard for IT excellence, we are looking for a talented IT Manager to join our team. This role leads modernization and operations for our client's technology environment and requires consistent on-site presence at the client's headquarters (8 hours a day, 5 days a week).
Responsibilities
- Direct IT operations across infrastructure, virtualization platforms, storage, networking, phone systems, client devices, and business applications.
- Lead modernization initiatives to transition legacy systems toward scalable, cloud-ready, and secure architectures.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and clients to assess infrastructure requirements and provide guidance on modern technology solutions.
- Conduct migrations from client on-premises environments to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP), including networking and security reconfiguration.
- Engineer hybrid and cloud infrastructures to support customer requirements while maintaining datacenter solutions where appropriate.
- Provide advanced support for infrastructure-related issues, including Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365.
- Serve as the technical escalation point for IT operations staff, ensuring complex incidents are resolved effectively.
- Design, develop, and implement networking and security infrastructure to ensure reliable internal / external communications and compliance.
- Validate infrastructure security, performance, and availability, and make recommendations for optimization.
- Partner with stakeholders to align technology strategies with business goals, budgets, and compliance needs.
- Document environments, procedures, and best practices to support knowledge transfer and long-term system stability.
- Mentor IT team members, fostering skill development in cloud services, security, and emerging technologies.
- Identify opportunities to enhance client environments by recommending and upselling R3's managed services and technology solutions.
Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.U.S. Citizen (Federal client requirement).5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure management, including cloud (Azure, AWS, GCP), virtualization, and networking.Proven experience directing IT operations (infrastructure, networking, servers, storage, virtualization, and security).Strong expertise with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and enterprise application support.Experience with cloud migration, deployment, and modernization strategies.Familiarity with networking and security technologies (Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto, Fortigate, Ubiquiti, etc.).Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell) and Infrastructure as Code tools.Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills.Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on technical execution.Preferred Certifications
Microsoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect ExpertAWS Certified Solutions Architect or DevOpsCompTIA Security+, Network+, or similarWhy join our winning team?
Competitive wages to reflect your experience and skills.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future.Flexible time off policies to maintain work-life balance.Remote opportunities available, with options to work remotely where appropriate.Commitment to community impact and encouraging employees to contribute.Opportunities for training incentives and career growth.Salary
Salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000 per year. This range reflects base pay and may vary based on factors including education, experience, certifications, and internal equity. Bonuses, incentives, and other compensation may be offered as part of total compensation.
Equal Opportunity
R3 is an equal opportunity employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of R3 to not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local laws.
Location
This role requires consistent on-site presence at the client's headquarters. Primary location appears to be Lexington, NC, with related postings in nearby areas.
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