IT Manager/Director

We are looking for an experienced IT leader to oversee business applications and core infrastructure operations for a growing organization in New Jersey. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is well suited for someone who can provide hands-on technical guidance while shaping reliable, scalable support across multiple sites. The role requires a strong background in business applications, sound operational judgment, and the flexibility to travel as needed to support additional locations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead daily IT operations across business applications, user support, infrastructure, and hardware environments to ensure dependable service delivery.
• Manage and maintain Active Directory administration, user access controls, and system configurations in alignment with security and operational needs.
• Oversee backup and recovery processes, monitor system resilience, and help protect critical business data through effective continuity practices.
• Support and optimize network and connectivity solutions, including Cisco-based technologies, to maintain stable and secure communication across locations.
• Direct configuration management activities for devices, systems, and applications to promote consistency, compliance, and efficient change control.
• Provide hands-on leadership for computer hardware deployment, troubleshooting, upgrades, and lifecycle planning across the organization.
• Partner with business stakeholders to support and improve enterprise applications, with particular focus on environments requiring strong business applications experience.
• Travel as needed to other locations to assess needs, coordinate support efforts, and ensure alignment of IT services and standards.
• Help prepare for leadership continuity by documenting processes, strengthening team operations, and supporting a smooth transition of responsibilities over time.
• Demonstrated experience in an IT leadership role overseeing infrastructure, support, and business application environments.
• Strong working knowledge of Active Directory administration, permissions management, and user support best practices.
• Experience with backup technologies and disaster recovery planning for business-critical systems.
• Proficiency with Cisco technologies and general network support within a multi-site environment.
• Solid understanding of computer hardware, deployment standards, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with configuration management practices for systems, devices, and application environments.
• Ability to travel as needed to support operational requirements at additional company locations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to balance strategic oversight and hands-on execution.