IT Systems Manager Jobs

Explore IT Systems Manager opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. IT Systems Managers help organizations keep essential technology reliable, secure, and ready to scale. They guide teams responsible for infrastructure, business systems, networks, cloud platforms, and end-user technology.

What Does an IT Systems Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization, but an IT Systems Manager commonly oversees the deployment, maintenance, and improvement of technology systems. The role may include setting IT priorities, managing budgets and vendors, leading technical staff, planning upgrades, coordinating incident response, and ensuring systems meet security and availability requirements. Many managers work across departments to align technology investments with business needs.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for a combination of technical expertise and people leadership. Relevant strengths may include IT infrastructure and systems administration, cloud services, networking, identity and access management, cybersecurity practices, disaster recovery, and IT service management. Communication, project planning, vendor management, and the ability to translate technical issues for business stakeholders are also valuable. Requirements differ by employer and seniority.

Career Opportunities in IT Systems Management

IT Systems Managers work in industries ranging from finance and healthcare to technology, manufacturing, and professional services. Depending on experience and organizational structure, the role can lead to positions such as Director of IT, Head of Infrastructure, or senior technology operations leadership. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, work arrangements, and qualifications.

Find IT Systems Manager Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search IT Systems Manager openings and related leadership roles, then review each listing for details about the team, technology environment, compensation, and application requirements.

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$142K - $213K *

Join us to lead the proposal lifecycle for federal opportunities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create compelling submissions that enhance win probability and support mission-driven out...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$131K - $243K *

Lead the charge in managing industrial development initiatives, ensuring compliance with international regulations while fostering relationships with global partners. Oversee program implementation, b...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$171K - $288K *

Transform engineering productivity by leading cross-team strategies and architectures for embedded software. Drive measurable improvements in quality and release confidence while mentoring teams acros...

Milford, MIRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of avionics sales by leading business development efforts, engaging military and commercial aerospace customers, and driving strategic growth in the Americas through innovative test s...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$103K - $197K *

Champion IT change governance by coordinating complex software releases, assessing risks, and ensuring deployment readiness across teams. Drive improvements in change processes while maintaining produ...

San Antonio, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project delivery by leading enterprise SaaS implementations for utility clients. Build strong client relationships, manage competing priorities, and ensure successful project outcomes across...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Lead the development of a comprehensive data strategy, focusing on modern architecture and tools. Drive real-time insights and decision-making while managing a high-performing team to enhance the orga...

Glendale, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in scalable distributed systems by designing and building a reliability platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service health and observability while mentoring f...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $109K *

Advance the future of Building Information Modeling by leading BIM strategies, ensuring model quality, and mentoring teams. Drive innovation through technology initiatives and enhance project delivery...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$111K - $130K *

Grow a high-performing sourcing team while executing strategic initiatives across indirect spend categories. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance supplier performance and drive operational effici...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$116K - $193K *

Help shape privacy governance across digital platforms by managing initiatives, fostering collaboration, and ensuring compliance with privacy standards. Drive strategic actions and measurable outcomes...

Bloomfield, CTRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Transform enterprise integration strategies into actionable architectures, ensuring secure, scalable connectivity across applications and data platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to est...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $184K *

Pioneer the development and operational convergence through automation, designing CI/CD pipelines and driving release process efficiency to enhance software delivery across diverse teams and projects...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing cyber incident responses, overseeing data exfiltration reviews, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective project management and advanced technology solutions in a...

Overland Park, KSRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $156K *

Explore new horizons as you design and implement advanced control systems, ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions...

Montana, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of construction by leading project execution, managing teams, and ensuring quality standards are met on time and within budget. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success...

Texas, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join us in overseeing construction projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and quality standards while managing teams and stakeholders effectively. Play a key role in project schedulin...

Quanah, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $300K *

Take ownership of architecting and developing AI-driven backend solutions for Access Security, enhancing identity intelligence and risk detection while collaborating with cross-functional teams to del...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage project costs, drive strategic initiatives, and foster relationships. Leverage your expertise in cost management to deliver value and support growth while mentoring o...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $400K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing for datacenter rack development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive supplier strategies, manage vendor relationships, and ensure quality...

Mountain View, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $154K *

Oversee the coordination of network infrastructure deployment for new Data Center builds, ensuring alignment across teams and tracking milestones from cable start to Production Ready. Drive accountabi...

Colorado, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading cost management for complex industrial projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure client objectives are met while delivering value-added services and fost...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in delivering value-added cost management services for complex industrial construction projects, ensuring client objectives are met through effective communication and stakeholder mana...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $160K *

Transform product security by leading strategy, conducting threat modeling, and collaborating across teams to ensure secure design and compliance. Drive innovation in security practices while mentorin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Drive strategic M&A initiatives by leading complex transactions, evaluating opportunities, and collaborating with executives to enhance corporate growth and value creation. Shape the future through ef...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Systems Manager do?question toggle

    An IT Systems Manager leads the operation and improvement of an organization’s technology systems. Duties may include managing infrastructure and systems teams, overseeing upgrades and vendors, supporting security and availability, and aligning IT services with business priorities.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for IT Systems Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek relevant IT experience, knowledge of systems and infrastructure, and experience leading projects or teams. Familiarity with cloud platforms, networking, cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and IT service management may also be useful.

  • Which skills are important for an IT Systems Manager?question toggle

    Technical knowledge, problem-solving, communication, project management, and team leadership are important. Budgeting, vendor management, risk awareness, and the ability to explain technology decisions to nontechnical stakeholders can also help.

  • What industries hire IT Systems Managers?question toggle

    IT Systems Managers are employed across many sectors, including technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and professional services. The systems and regulatory requirements differ by industry and employer.

  • How can I find IT Systems Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for IT Systems Manager openings and review listings for salary, responsibilities, location, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.