IT Manager

Hellman & Friedman$120K — $177K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Up to 6 years of IT experience, with 3+ years in a management role.
  • Strong IT infrastructure knowledge including networks, servers, and cloud technologies.
  • Proven track record in managing IT operations and service desk support.
  • Strong passion for customer service and positive user experiences.
  • Commitment to a safe and inclusive team environment.
  • Ability to meet physical demands such as frequent standing and equipment handling.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a team of IT engineers for Boston office and remote employees.
  • Partner with IS&T leadership to ensure a consistent IT experience.
  • Drive execution of IT projects to maintain secure and efficient operations.
  • Manage daily functions of the IT help desk team and ensure staff availability.
  • Mentor and coach IT professionals, fostering a collaborative culture.
  • Create a positive IT experience by understanding end-user needs.
  • Plan and monitor KPIs to drive team growth and success.

Benefits

  • Mission- and values-driven culture in an inclusive environment.
  • Comprehensive total rewards package for wellness and security.
  • Free SimpliSafe system and professional monitoring for your home.
  • Opportunities to network, mentor, and advocate for change through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
Full Job Description
What You'll Do

At SimpliSafe, corporate IT is part of the Information Security and Technology (IS&T) team, led by our Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). IT does more than fix laptops-we empower every team member to do their best work and make sure SimpliSafers feel supported, connected, and confident in their technology.

We're looking for an IT Manager to join our IT team in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, you'll report to our Sr. Manager, IS&T, and:
  • Lead and develop a team of IT engineers supporting our Boston office and remote employees nationwide.
  • Partner with IS&T leadership across all locations to deliver a consistent, excellent IT experience for every SimpliSafer.
  • Drive execution of IT projects, initiatives, and strategy that keep our teams running securely and efficiently.

We're a hybrid team - you'll come into our Boston office two days a week, with flexibility to work the rest of the time remotely. Some weeks may require additional in-office presence to support major initiatives or events hosted by company leadership.

Primary responsibilities include:
  • Manage the day-to-day functions of the Boston office IT help desk team, ensuring proper scheduling and staff availability to meet business needs.
  • Serve as an escalation point for complex incidents, outages, or challenging support requests.
  • Mentor, develop, and coach a team of IT professionals, fostering a collaborative culture and providing guidance on career paths.
  • Ensure technology and process consistency across all SimpliSafe locations in collaboration with the Sr. Manager, IS&T and peer IS&T managers.
  • Understand the diverse needs of end-users and proactively create a positive and supportive IT experience.
  • Plan, execute, and monitor Initiatives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive team growth and success.
  • Contribute to the planning and execution of an overall IT strategy for SimpliSafe.
  • Lead technology projects and deployments, ensuring successful implementation and adoption.
  • Maintain strong relationships with external vendors, establishing and monitoring Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to meet business requirements.

What You'll Bring
  • A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Up to 6 years of experience in IT, including at least 3 years in a people management role leading and developing technology teams.
  • A strong understanding of IT infrastructure, encompassing networks, servers, cloud technologies, and common enterprise applications.
  • Proven experience managing IT operations, including service desk support, incident management, and problem resolution.
  • A passion for providing exceptional customer service and creating positive support experiences for end-users.
  • A commitment to fostering a psychologically safe and inclusive team environment where everyone feels supported, valued, and empowered to do their best work.
  • The ability to meet the physical demands of the role, which include frequent standing, walking, and using hands to handle equipment.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with macOS and Windows endpoint management, including MDM tools like Jamf, Intune, and JumpCloud.
  • Familiarity with workforce identity tools such as Okta and Lumos.
  • Proficient with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 administration.
  • Experience with collaboration tools like Zoom, Google Meet, and Slack.
  • Knowledge of Jira Service Management and project tracking.
  • Experience with Confluence for knowledge management and documentation.
  • Experience with SaaS tool management and optimization.
  • Bonus points: In-depth experience with live event production or collaboration tooling.

What Values You'll Share
  • Customer Obsessed - Building deep empathy for our customers, putting them at the core of our work, and developing strong, long-term relationships with them.
  • Aim High - Always challenging ourselves and others to raise the bar.
  • No Ego - Maintaining a "no job too small" attitude, and an open, inclusive and humble style.
  • One Team - Taking a highly collaborative approach to achieving success.
  • Lift As We Climb - Investing in developing others and helping others around us succeed.
  • Lean & Nimble - Working with agility and efficiency to experiment in an often ambiguous environment.

What We Offer
  • A mission- and values-driven culture and a safe, inclusive environment where you can build, grow and thrive
  • A comprehensive total rewards package that supports your wellness and provides security for SimpliSafers and their families (For more information on our total rewards please click here)
  • Free SimpliSafe system and professional monitoring for your home.
  • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that bring people together, give opportunities to network, mentor and develop, and advocate for change.

The target annual base pay range for this role is $120,800 to $177,100.

This target annual base pay range represents our good-faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this role. We use a market-based compensation approach to set our target annual base pay ranges and make adjustments annually. We carefully tailor individual compensation packages, including base pay, taking into consideration employees' job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and other relevant business factors.

Beyond base pay, we offer a Total Rewards package that may include participation in our annual bonus program, equity, and other forms of compensation, in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and lifestyle benefits. More details can be found here.

We're committed to fair and equitable pay practices, as well as pay transparency. We regularly review our programs to ensure they remain competitive and aligned with our values.

About Hellman & Friedman

Goodman Manufacturing is an American company operating as an independent subsidiary of Daikin Group, the world's largest manufacturer of heating, ventilation and air conditioning products and systems. The company, founded in 1975 and based in Waller, Texas, manufactures residential heating and cooling systems. Goodman is located just outside Houston,Texas, in the $417 million Daikin Texas Technology Park.
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