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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$124K - $280K *

Elevate your career by leading identity and access management initiatives, ensuring secure access to systems and data while guiding teams through complex challenges in our Cybersecurity practice...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Join us to lead identity and access management initiatives, ensuring secure access to systems and data while guiding teams through complex projects and aligning stakeholders for operational excellence...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead identity and access management initiatives, ensuring secure access to systems and data while shaping strategies to protect sensitive information and manage user identit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Lead the charge in shaping identity and access management strategies, ensuring secure access to systems and data while guiding teams through complex projects and aligning stakeholders for operational...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Lead identity and access management initiatives, ensuring secure access to systems and data. Shape strategies to protect sensitive information while guiding teams through complex projects and aligning...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Shape secure access strategies by leading identity management initiatives, guiding teams through complex projects, and ensuring operational excellence in protecting sensitive information within our Cy...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Empower your career by leading identity and access management initiatives, ensuring secure access to systems and data while guiding teams through complex challenges in our Cybersecurity practice...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Lead transformative identity and access management initiatives, ensuring secure access to systems and data while guiding teams through complex challenges and aligning stakeholders for operational exce...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Unlock potential by leading identity and access management initiatives, designing secure access controls, and guiding teams to deliver effective cybersecurity solutions while ensuring operational exce...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Champion secure access management by leading initiatives that protect sensitive data and streamline user identity processes. Guide teams through complex projects while ensuring operational excellence...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Join a dynamic team to lead identity and access management initiatives, ensuring secure access to systems and data while shaping strategies to protect sensitive information and manage user identities...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Lead identity and access management initiatives, ensuring secure access to systems and data. Shape strategies to protect sensitive information while guiding teams through complex projects and aligning...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Unlock your potential by leading identity and access management initiatives, guiding teams through complex projects, and shaping strategies to secure sensitive information within our Cybersecurity pra...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $280K *

Lead the charge in identity and access management initiatives, guiding teams to ensure secure access to systems and data while shaping strategies that protect sensitive information and enhance operati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$173K - $230K *

Transform the technology landscape by leading enterprise architecture initiatives, aligning business strategies with innovative solutions, and driving modernization efforts to enhance operational effi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K *

Join a dynamic team to manage client technologies, mentor peers, and deliver IT assessments. This hands-on role emphasizes client service and consultant development, ensuring optimal performance acros...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $144K *

Unlock potential by driving cross-team security initiatives, managing program roadmaps, and ensuring seamless integration across InfoSec domains. Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain project visi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $144K *

Unlock the potential of cross-functional security initiatives by managing diverse InfoSec programs, ensuring seamless execution and collaboration across teams while driving strategic security integrat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Manage IT operations for satellite missions by ensuring system security, maintenance, and integration. Play a key role in incident response and improve operational workflows while collaborating with s...

Longueuil, QCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $86K *

Lead the charge in overseeing the IT Service Desk, managing staff, ensuring high-quality support, and coordinating technology-related activities. Collaborate with various IT teams to enhance service d...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead global IT operations, enhancing employee experience and infrastructure. Drive automation, manage identity access, and ensure seamless service delivery across corporate networks and applications...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$131K - $139K *

Oversee and enhance IT Quality Assurance and Business Analysis teams, ensuring high-quality software solutions align with business objectives. Drive process improvements, mentor staff, and collaborate...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$131K - $139K *

Drive quality assurance and business analysis excellence by leading teams to ensure software solutions meet business objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize IT processes and deliver high...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enterprise transformation, driving modernization and governance initiatives. Collaborate with leaders to optimize business processes, ensure strategic alignment, and deliver sustain...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Manage diverse projects from inception to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence while balancing budgets, schedules, and team dynamics in fast-paced environments...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

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.