IT Manager

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Summary

The IT Manager is responsible for overseeing and continuously improving all aspects of Horizon Aircraft’s information technology systems and cybersecurity posture, including IT security, network administration, cloud infrastructure, user administration, and policy governance. This role plans, implements and maintains enterprise-grade IT infrastructure, provides expert support and guidance, contributes to policy development, enforces security standards, and coordinates risk mitigation initiatives.

Job Duties

• Oversee IT security and cybersecurity operations, including threat monitoring, vulnerability assessments, incident response, and penetration testing coordination.
• Manage and administer cloud environments (Azure and AWS), ensuring uptime, scalability and compliance with data governance policies.
• Lead capacity planning for cloud, storage, network and other applications to maintain a scalable environment.
• Administer user accounts, permissions and authentication systems, maintaining least‑privilege access and security best practices.
• Create, maintain and enforce IT policies and procedures, including cybersecurity, data retention, acceptable use and disaster recovery.
• Govern IT policies through audits, reviews and employee awareness initiatives.
• Negotiate with third‑party vendors for IT needs.
• Oversee hardware and software procurement, installation, maintenance and licensing compliance within approved budgets.
• Manage and optimize network infrastructure (Wi‑Fi, VPNs, firewalls, routers and switches).
• Coordinate and execute backup and disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Lead risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for security vulnerabilities.
• Monitor and manage IT budgets, vendor relationships and service contracts.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and cyber threats to proactively strengthen IT capabilities.
• Support and train staff on cybersecurity awareness and proper IT system use.
• Prepare and present regular reports on IT performance, security posture and infrastructure improvements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Work Conditions

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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