IT Manager

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as an IT/Systems Manager leading technical teams or managing enterprise-scale infrastructureMust
• IT strategy development and planningMust
• Systems architecture planning and expertiseMust
• Infrastructure optimization and managementMust
• Technology roadmappingMust
• Vendor management and procurement evaluationMust
• Contract evaluation and third-party solution integrationMust
• Security compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR)Must
• Risk mitigation and regulatory standards complianceMust

What you'll do

• Leading technical teams
• Evaluating and recommending IT solutions and architecture improvements
• Developing IT strategy and systems architecture planning
• Optimizing infrastructure and systems
• Managing vendor relationships and procurement processes
• Ensuring security compliance and risk management across systems
• Mentoring and coaching IT professionals
• Communicating complex technical concepts clearly in written and verbal formats
• Analyzing and assessing documentation, workflows, and processes
• Sharing best practices in team leadership and knowledge transfer

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About the role

Role Title: IT Manager Role Type: Contractor Location: Remote micro1 is engaging IT Managers to contribute their expertise to a customer’s strategic technology project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters. This opportunity is best suited for experienced IT/Systems Managers who have a strong track record leading technical teams or overseeing complex infrastructure for 5+ years. Scope of Work • Provide comprehensive input and insights on IT strategy development, systems architecture planning, and infrastructure optimization scenarios. • Evaluate and comment on real-world problems in vendor management and procurement processes, ensuring effective collaboration and system integration. • Contribute real-world examples and recommendations regarding security compliance, risk mitigation, and regulatory standards. • Review and critique proposed IT solutions, identifying potential gaps or areas for improvement in architecture and implementation. • Share best practices in team leadership, knowledge transfer, and upskilling within technical organizations. • Deliver detailed feedback on documentation, workflows, and process designs to improve clarity, feasibility, and operational efficiency. • Participate in structured discussions and written assignments to inform the development of smarter AI tools for IT professionals. Preferred Qualifications • 5+ years of experience as an IT/Systems Manager, leading technical teams or managing enterprise-scale infrastructure. • Proven expertise in IT strategy, systems architecture, and technology roadmapping. • Strong background in vendor management, contract evaluation, and integration of third-party solutions. • In-depth knowledge of security compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR) and risk management practices. • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly in both written and verbal formats. • Experience mentoring or coaching IT professionals, with a passion for fostering growth and best practices. • Ability to analyze and assess documentation, workflows, and processes from a holistic IT management perspective. Originally posted on Himalayas