Explore IT Team Manager Jobs

IT Team Managers lead the people, systems, and projects that keep organizations’ technology running smoothly. They guide technical teams, align IT operations with business priorities, and help deliver secure, reliable services. Explore vetted IT Team Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does an IT Team Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization and specialty, but commonly include managing and developing IT staff, setting priorities, overseeing projects and service delivery, coordinating with business leaders, and monitoring performance, budgets, and risks. Managers may lead teams focused on infrastructure, service desk operations, enterprise applications, cybersecurity, cloud platforms, or software development.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a blend of technical knowledge and leadership experience. Useful capabilities include team development, project and vendor management, budgeting, incident response, communication, and strategic planning. Familiarity with relevant platforms, IT service management practices, security requirements, and frameworks may also be important. Requirements vary by role and employer.

IT Team Manager Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, scope of responsibility, team size, and technical specialization. Many senior IT management roles offer six-figure compensation, though pay varies. Ladders focuses on professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore roles that match their goals.

Find Your Next IT Leadership Role

Browse IT Team Manager openings on Ladders to find opportunities across industries and areas of technology. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then focus your search on roles that fit your leadership experience and career plans.

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$125K - $150K *

Lead and develop engineering teams focused on clinical data integration and insights. Drive the direction of data pipelines and ensure impactful, equitable health outcomes through effective collaborat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $149K *

Unlock potential by leading database operations across Oracle, SQL Server, and cloud platforms. Drive modernization and security compliance while ensuring high availability and operational excellence...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovative web solutions by leveraging your Drupal expertise, ensuring optimal performance and security for government applications while training personnel in best practices to enhance overa...

Washington, DCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $150K *

Champion innovation by enhancing our cloud infrastructure and automating operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive AI-powered solutions and ensure software reliability in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leveraging your cybersecurity expertise to drive software modernization initiatives. Contribute to operational objectives while ensuring compliance within a collaborative Agile...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $124K *

Drive the evolution of Cyber Defense by engineering and automating security operations, enhancing incident response, and maintaining enterprise security platforms to ensure robust protection and swift...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team as a key partner in revenue operations, collaborating with sales leadership to drive growth, manage forecasting, and enhance business strategies across multiple units. Embrace inno...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $202K *

Lead the charge in workforce transformation programs, driving strategy, governance, and execution across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance manager readiness and associate experience, ens...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$116K - $162K *

Champion the future of support operations by leading a dynamic, remote team. Drive performance metrics, modernize tools, and shape AI integration to redefine customer experience across multiple brands...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in .NET development and solutions design. Collaborate on web applications, integrate REST APIs, and enhance imaging solutions while overseeing server admi...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex technical programs into clear, actionable plans that drive member value. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, improve information flow, and deliver high-impa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Pioneer innovative technology and product strategies to drive growth and enhance client outcomes. Lead global teams in developing scalable solutions that align with market trends and business prioriti...

Troy, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$166K - $193K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers while overseeing technical excellence and driving AI innovation in operational systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful features for post-purcha...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $124K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Quality Assurance efforts, ensuring software solutions meet business objectives. Design and execute testing strategies, mentor junior testers, and enhance system reliabilit...

Olympia, WARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Lead and optimize project management efforts, ensuring safety and efficiency while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Drive strategic improvements and mentor diverse teams to achie...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

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

$160K - $240K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic security research team focused on innovative data collection and analysis methodologies, driving strategic technology investments, and shaping the future of se...

Boston, MARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing go-to-market strategies for innovative legal technology solutions, collaborating cross-functionally to craft impactful messaging that drives growth and enha...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$180K - $292K *

Lead the charge in IT operations delivery and reliability, overseeing application platforms and service management. Drive innovation and governance while ensuring high-quality, compliant technology so...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $175K *

Drive the strategic execution of an enterprise data governance program, shaping policies and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to enhance data quality and compliance across the organization...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $176K *

Lead the charge in tax compliance and provision management, overseeing federal, state, and local returns. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely filings and support tax strategies for busines...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$212K - $265K *

Drive transformative software engineering across EPM products, lead modernization, build innovative SaaS capabilities, and enhance operational excellence in a high-impact role overseeing global teams...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion project accounting excellence by leading Oracle Fusion PPM migrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful implementations and optimize processes, ensuring alignment w...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the development of innovative compliance solutions for multi-state workforces, ensuring efficient policy management and training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experienc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform Maven's go-to-market narrative by defining and evolving cohesive messaging that resonates with employers, clients, and members. Collaborate across teams to ensure strategic alignment and imp...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $187K *

Unlock potential by partnering with engineering and finance teams to drive financial strategy, optimize investments, and deliver actionable insights that enhance product performance and operational ef...

Nashville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an IT Team Manager?question toggle

    An IT Team Manager leads a technology team and coordinates its work, people, and resources to support an organization’s systems and business needs.

  • What does an IT Team Manager do day to day?question toggle

    Typical duties include setting team priorities, coaching employees, overseeing projects and IT services, coordinating with stakeholders, managing budgets or vendors, and addressing operational risks.

  • What qualifications are commonly needed for IT Team Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly value relevant IT experience, prior team leadership, communication and project management skills, and technical knowledge aligned with the team’s specialty. Specific education, certifications, and experience requirements vary.

  • How much do IT Team Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, experience, specialty, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for compensation information.

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

    Search Ladders for IT Team Manager openings and review listings for salary, responsibilities, location, and qualifications.