Desktop Support Manager Jobs

Find Desktop Support Manager jobs that match your experience leading IT support teams and keeping workplace technology reliable. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles focused on end-user services, desktop operations, and IT service delivery.

What Does a Desktop Support Manager Do?

Desktop Support Managers oversee the people, processes, and tools that help employees use computers, software, mobile devices, and collaboration systems. Responsibilities often include managing a support team, setting service standards, tracking incidents and requests, escalating complex issues, and coordinating with infrastructure, cybersecurity, and business teams.

Skills and Experience Employers Look For

Employers commonly seek experience managing technical support teams and service operations, along with strong communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with IT service management practices, ticketing platforms, endpoint management, identity and access processes, and service-level metrics can be valuable. Requirements vary by organization and the size and complexity of its technology environment.

Career Opportunities in Desktop Support Leadership

Desktop Support Managers can pursue opportunities across industries and organization sizes, from overseeing a local help desk to leading distributed, enterprise-wide support teams. Related paths may include IT service delivery management, end-user computing leadership, service desk management, or broader IT operations roles.

Explore Desktop Support Manager Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Desktop Support Manager openings paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and find positions that align with your leadership background and career goals.

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$135K - $175K *

Join a dynamic Finance team to oversee US financial integrity and compliance. Lead month-end close, manage tax processes, and collaborate with European leadership to ensure accurate reporting and stre...

Itasca, ILRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower customer success by serving as the primary technical contact, enhancing solution stability and satisfaction through expert guidance and relationship building in a dynamic, fast-paced environme...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional IT infrastructure projects. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll oversee project execution, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to best pra...

New Mexico, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Serve as a trusted advisor, engaging clients to develop tailored solutions and specifications for implementation, ensuring comprehensive documentation and strong customer relationships while collabora...

San Ramon, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage large D365 F&O implementations, overseeing project life cycles, ensuring effective resource allocation, communication, and risk management to achieve successful outcomes and client satisfaction...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $170K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex federal programs for the U.S. Air Force and Space Force. Drive mission-critical IT, cybersecurity, and telecommunications initiatives while ensuring stakeholder s...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $175K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in training development, overseeing curriculum design and delivery. Drive continuous improvement and ensure high-quality training programs that align with operational...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining HR technology! Lead the design and management of our Workday system, collaborating across departments to enhance HR and Payroll processes through innovative solutions and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $205K *

Engage in high-impact enterprise deployments, leading customer projects from kickoff to closure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of the Zero Trust Exchange platf...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of configuration management by overseeing hardware inventory, documentation, and product releases. Collaborate with teams to implement effective change management processes throughout...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate customer support excellence by leading a dynamic team across multiple channels. Drive operations, coach specialists, and ensure a seamless customer experience while managing escalations and op...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by guiding strategic growth through identifying and capturing high-value opportunities in the Federal market. Leverage relationships and insights to execute comprehensive capture...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $182K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming business needs into innovative software solutions. Collaborate with clients and developers to ensure high satisfaction and successful adoption while advanc...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Advance program execution by leading cross-functional teams to deliver AI initiatives. Collaborate with remote developers, manage Agile processes, and ensure alignment with business goals while drivin...

Pleasant Grove, UTRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $140K *

Support the Project Manager in executing complex VA initiatives, ensuring effective coordination and communication across teams. Drive strategic direction into actionable plans while adapting to evolv...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining employee payment solutions. As an Implementation Manager, oversee the deployment of our SaaS product for diverse clients, ensuring successful integrations and fostering s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform legacy systems into modern applications, leveraging your expertise in IBMi and collaborating with international teams to meet diverse client needs. Drive innovation and excellence in system...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Deliver innovative datacenter, cloud, and network solutions by leading architecture design, client engagement, and technical governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape complex infras...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $195K *

Transform the future of IT operations by leading a dynamic team, managing strategic initiatives, and optimizing business applications to enhance organizational effectiveness and member services in a c...

Seattle, WARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$116K - $207K *

Lead and manage mid to large Workday deployments, resolving complex issues while enhancing methodologies. Guide teams, ensure project success, and support executive expectations through effective comm...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise systems by leading the design and architecture of innovative Java full-stack solutions integrated with AI. Collaborate with clients to translate technical constraint...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance customer support operations by leading remote teams to resolve complex UAS issues. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer satisfaction and efficiency, driving performance metrics i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$69K - $101K *

Empower our Micro-Fulfillment Operations team by ensuring optimal performance and reliability of automated systems. Engage with customers to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, enhancin...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $130K *

Champion the enablement engine for Cloud Compute and GPU products, transforming complex technical capabilities into actionable training and tools for sales teams, ensuring alignment with product relea...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the cloud communication landscape by optimizing existing systems, driving AI innovations, and mentoring teams. Lead complex integrations and troubleshoot major incidents to enhance performan...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Desktop Support Manager do?question toggle

    A Desktop Support Manager leads technical support staff and oversees services that help employees use computers, applications, and other workplace technology. The role commonly includes managing incident response, support processes, service metrics, escalations, and coordination with other IT teams.

  • What qualifications are common for Desktop Support Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for experience in IT support or service desk operations, people management, and strong communication and troubleshooting skills. Knowledge of IT service management, ticketing systems, endpoint tools, and service-level reporting may also be useful; specific requirements vary by employer.

  • How much do Desktop Support Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as location, employer, experience, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so browse current listings to review opportunities and their stated compensation.

  • What career paths can follow a Desktop Support Manager role?question toggle

    Related career paths may include IT service delivery manager, service desk director, end-user computing leader, or IT operations manager. Advancement depends on experience, organizational needs, and the breadth of technical and leadership responsibilities.

  • Where can I find Desktop Support Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Desktop Support Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.