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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$128K - $214K *

Elevate your career by supporting critical Special Access Programs with your technical expertise. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal system performance and security compliance while mentoring ot...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Join the charge in optimizing enterprise systems by managing complex infrastructures, supporting project teams, and driving innovation in healthcare technology. Collaborate effectively to ensure seaml...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing infrastructure solutions while managing a talented team. Drive innovation in cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring alignment with business goals and...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $180K *

Transform technology systems in our agency by leading modernization efforts, enhancing efficiency, and improving customer service through strategic solutions and collaboration across divisions and dep...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead complex commercial construction projects, ensuring effective communication, cost management, and stakeholder satisfaction across all phases from initiation to closure...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Empower our team to drive cross-functional IT projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Collaborate with management to define project goals, manage resources, and enhance effici...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Empower project success by leading cross-functional IT initiatives, managing scope, timelines, and stakeholder expectations. Drive collaboration and continuous improvement to enhance project delivery...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading security and compliance initiatives in a dynamic healthcare SaaS environment. Drive key programs, manage audits, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure regula...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading strategic initiatives and ensuring compliance across multiple systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance security measures and protect critical inf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $156K *

Design and govern enterprise technology architecture, ensuring alignment with business needs and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop strategic plans, standards, and solut...

Today

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

$90K - $168K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by leading DevOps initiatives, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, and fostering a culture of innovation across teams. Drive automation and operational excellence in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $168K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy and delivery of cloud-native infrastructure. Oversee DevOps initiatives, ensuring high-performance workflows and automation practices while collaborating wi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $150K *

Optimize operational performance by leading a team focused on continuous improvement, quality assurance, and exceptional customer experience. Drive productivity and achieve business objectives through...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K *

Drive the adoption of advanced project management capabilities, leading process definition and rollout of a new PPM tool. Collaborate with decentralized PMOs to enhance project management practices an...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $210K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading IT initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while coordinating cross-functional teams and mitigating ris...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Champion a dynamic team focused on managing and enhancing enterprise help desk operations. Leverage your technical expertise to ensure contractor performance meets stringent SLAs while supporting crit...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $135K *

Join our dynamic IT Operations team to enhance technology support across multiple locations. You'll ensure reliable tech experiences, manage endpoint systems, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate on s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $152K *

Elevate the synergy between Sales strategy and technology delivery, translating business needs into actionable engineering specifications. Drive system enhancements and ensure seamless collaboration a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate operational efficiency by guiding Field Engineering teams across locations, resolving complex issues, and ensuring seamless support for hardware and software upgrades while managing resources...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic direction and support across multiple locations, ensuring effective problem resolution and resource allocation while enhancing client and team collaboration...

California, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $150K *

Oversee IT Client Services, managing deskside support and asset management across locations. Drive program management activities, enhance customer experience, and lead a team to optimize IT operations...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $175K *

Manage and optimize enterprise systems by leading a skilled team to enhance core business applications, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and driving operational efficiency through innovati...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Deliver impactful project management by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely and budget-friendly project delivery while enhancing team capabilities and stakeholder engagement...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $125K *

Lead the charge in enhancing enterprise integration solutions by collaborating with stakeholders, configuring middleware tools, and troubleshooting data issues to ensure seamless data movement and sys...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $160K *

Transform your career by ensuring cybersecurity compliance in a dynamic AWS environment. Collaborate with engineers and government teams to develop and maintain security documentation, manage vulnerab...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.