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An effective job title wiil typically include a general term, the level of experience and any special requirements. The general term will optimize your job title to show up in a general search for jobs of the same nature. The level of experience will help you attract the most qualified applicants by outlining the amount of responsibility and prior knowledge required. And if your position is specialized, consider including the specialization in the job title as well. But avoid using internal titles, abbreviations or acronyms to make sure people understand what your job posting is before clicking.

  • IT Manager
  • Senior IT Manager
  • IT System Administrator
  • Information Technology Manager
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IT Manager Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Hi Folks, We are hiring one of our Japanese Client for the position of IT Manager.

Salary: Best in Industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Server Administration:Manage Microsoft Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and print server services.
Administer Microsoft File Server and DFS Services.
Install, monitor, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows OS.

Email Administration:Oversee Google Mail Administration, including access and security controls.

Networking:Administer Fortigate Firewall, including switching and routing configurations.
Manage Forti-AP administration and LAN topology.
Configure IPSec and SSL VPN connections.

Cybersecurity Controls:Implement and maintain IT infrastructure cybersecurity controls and audit trials, including compliance with SOX, ISO 27001, and ISO 22301.

Windows/Linux Environment:Set up and maintain Windows and Linux environments, including SFTP server administration.

Version Control:Manage GitHub and SVN repositories.

Asset and License Management:Maintain hardware resource inventory and asset management.
Oversee tools management for third-party software and server-level license management.

IMS & Reporting:Generate reports related to IT infrastructure performance and security.

Vendor Management:Manage relationships with vendors for assets and service providers.

Internet Services:Oversee Internet services management, including ILL, BB, ISP, EPABX, and VOIP.

Antivirus and DLP Services:Manage antivirus solutions and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) services.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Proven experience in IT infrastructure administration and management.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Windows OS.
  • Proficiency in network administration, including firewall management and VPN configurations.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity controls and compliance standards (SOX, ISO 27001, ISO 22301).
  • Experience with version control systems (GitHub, SVN).
  • Knowledge of asset management and reporting.
  • Excellent communication and vendor management skills.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified, Cisco Certified) are a plus.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Schedule:
  • Day manager: 5 years (Required)

    • Example 2

    Drive operational excellence and productivity in team

  • Manages the all activities of IT support teams like (CCTV, [website]

  • Acts as the IT Department Information Security Officer, performing risk assessments, compliance testing and implementing security tools and processes for all systems.

  • Effectively manage the performance of the IT/Cybersecurity Compliance team members to ensure successful completion of key team objectives

  • Conduct an annual assessment of key risks across IT/Cybersecurity and develop a compliance risk assessment-testing plan

  • Oversee the Security Awareness program

  • Provide innovation & implementation and use of tools and best practic

  • Contacting authorities and groups of interest in the area of ISMS

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Food provided
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid sick time
    Schedule:
  • Rotational shift

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    • Example 3

    Job Description of IT Manager: -

    a) Managing information technology and computer system*

    b) Controlling and evaluating IT and electronic data operation *

    c) Managing IT staff*

    d) Plan ,organize, control and evaluate IT and electronic data operation*

    e) Design, develop, implement and coordinate systems, policies and producers.*

    f) Ensure security of data, network access and backup system*

    g) Act in alignment with user and system functionally to contribute to organisational policy.*

    h) Identify problem areas and implement strategic solution in time.*

    i) Audit system and assess their outcome*

    j) Researches and recommend acquisition of network hardware and software*

    k) Build long term relationship with outside vendors for IT related products and services*

    l) Responsible for creating and administering disaster plans that will keep the company functional in the event of a crisis*

    Requirements and skills: -

    a) Proven working experience as an IT Manager or relevant experience*

    b) Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems*

    c) Expertise in data centre management and data governance*

    d) Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation*

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: ₹400,000.00 - ₹600,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Commuter assistance
  • Health insurance
  • Leave encashment
  • Provident Fund
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
    Supplemental Pay:
  • Performance bonus

    • Example 4

    JOB Description

    Overview

    Eastern Silks Industries is an Indian Originated textile mill manufacturing exquisite fabrics. We are looking for an IT Manager to be responsible and accountable for the smooth running of our computer systems within the limits of requirements, specifications, costs, and timelines. You will supervise the implementation and maintenance of our company’s computing needs.

    Responsibilities

    1. Manage information technology and computer systems.

    2. Plan, organize, control, and evaluate IT and electronic data operations.

    3. Manage IT staff by recruiting, training, and coaching employees, communicating job expectations, and appraising their performance.

    4. Design, develop, implement, and coordinate systems, policies, and procedures.

    5. Ensure security of data, network access and backup systems.

    6. Act in alignment with user needs and system functionality to contribute to organizational policy.

    7. Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time.

    8. Audit systems and assess their outcomes.

    9. Preserve assets, information security and control structures.

    [website] annual budget and ensure cost effectiveness.

    Requirements and skills

    1. Proven working experience as an IT Manager or relevant experience.

    2. Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems.

    3. Expertise in data center management and data governance.

    4. Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation.

    5. Ability to manage personnel.

    6. BS in Computer Science, MIS, or similar field.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: ₹30,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

    Schedule:
  • Day shift
    Supplemental Pay:
  • Yearly bonus

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Anekal, Bengaluru - 562106, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work work: 5 years (Preferred)

    • Example 5

    Position: IT Manager for a Dairy & Sweets’ store Chain

    Qualifications Required: Bachelors in Computer Applications.

    Experience Required: 3 to 7 years of experience in IT management, desk top supporting, IT server Admin, system administration, Networking, implementing software products etc Strong Knowledge of Operating System Windows 10/11, Macintosh and Linux will be advantage. Knowledge of Cisco switches and routers, and in the configuration of IOS will be preferred. Knowledge of advance network acceleration technologies such as LAN/WAN required.

    Other skills required: Should have excellent English communications skills, and be proficient at various hardware and software related technology.

    Job Responsibility: To provide technical IT support to the staff of Mumbai and Vervada office. Be responsible for the evaluation, installation and maintenance of staff's computer hardware, software's, networks and associated peripherals. Specific responsibilities are:

    · Setup and support a variety of computer hardware, software, networks and associated peripherals, including hardware and software installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and upgrade.

    · Determine source and nature of computer malfunction using diagnostic and application software. Adjust, repair and resolve hardware and software problems, referring more complex networking problems to network administrators or supervisor.

    · Respond to requests for computer assistance from staffs experiencing problems with hardware, software, networking; respond to inquiries concerning systems operation and other computer related technologies; respond to priority incidents as needed,

    · Answer user's query and service requests in the ticketing system.

    · Document and assess problems, resolving them independently or routing them as needed,

    · In coordination with network administrators, assist with network software deployment and problem troubleshooting

    · Provide follow up and progress updates to the users.

    · Provide introductory training and support on new hardware and different software to staffs,

    · Utilize a good working knowledge of the operating systems and of on-line applications to provide users with uninterrupted support whenever possible,

    · Adhere to schedule for on-site desktop support,

    · Occasionally provide work guidance or orientation for non-routine procedures/policies

    · Test and evaluate new client-side hardware/software

    · Recommend and perform upgrades on hardware and software systems to ensure longevity

    · Perform additional functions incidental to computer support activities

    · Keep an eye on new computer technology & software's.

    · Assess functional need to determine specifications for purchases

    · Follow standards & procedures defined by the global IT group

    · Assist in IT asset management,

    · Moreover, the person also participates in IT projects to improve users' productivity.

    · Required to travel a few days a month to Talasari/Verwada.

    Type of organisation: 104 Year old family-run Dairy based in Mumbai, making high end quality dairy products and Indian sweets.

    Job Types: Full-time, Regular / Permanent

    Salary: ₹40,000.00 - ₹42,000.00 per month

    Schedule:
  • Day shift

    Application Question(s):
  • Do you have working knowledge of Cisco switches and routers, and the configuration of IOS ?
  • Do you have Knowledge of advance network acceleration technologies such as LAN/WAN ?

    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

    Experience:
  • IT management, desk top supporting: 3 years (Preferred)

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    • Example 6

    We are looking for an IT Manager to be responsible and accountable for the smooth running of our computer systems within the limits of requirements, specifications, costs and timelines. You will supervise the implementation and maintenance of our company's computing needs. The successful candidate will have improved skills, a proven professional experience and a detailed knowledge of industry’s best practice processes.

    Responsibilities
  • Manage information technology and computer systems
  • Plan, organize, control and evaluate IT and electronic data operations
  • Manage IT staff by recruiting, training and coaching employees, communicating job expectations and appraising their performance
  • Design, develop, implement and coordinate systems, policies and procedures
  • Ensure security of data, network access and backup systems
  • Act in alignment with user needs and system functionality to contribute to organizational policy
  • Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time
  • Audit systems and assess their outcomes

  • Manage information technology and computer systems
  • Plan, organize, control and evaluate IT and electronic data operations
  • Manage IT staff by recruiting, training and coaching employees, communicating job expectations and appraising their performance
  • Design, develop, implement and coordinate systems, policies and procedures
  • Ensure security of data, network access and backup systems
  • Act in alignment with user needs and system functionality to contribute to organizational policy
  • Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time
  • Audit systems and assess their outcomes
  • Handle annual budget and ensure cost effectiveness
    *
  • Proven working experience as an IT Manager or relevant experience
  • Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems
  • Expertise in data centre management and data governance
  • BS in Computer Science, MIS or similar field

  • Proven working experience as an IT Manager or relevant experience
  • Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems
  • Expertise in data centre management and data governance
  • Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation
  • Ability to manage personnel
  • BS in Computer Science, MIS or similar field

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: ₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

    Schedule:
  • Day shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Goregaon, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400063, Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience:
  • total work: 1 year (Preferred)

    Speak with the [phone number]

    • IT Manager job summary

    A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.

    Example of an IT Manager job summary

    Our company is searching for an experienced IT Manager who can maintain and expand our computer networks. The ideal candidate will be able to manage our WAN, LAN, SAN and EDI computer platforms, while looking for ways to grow our networks in a cost-effective way to meet future needs. The IT Manager will be responsible for developing network maintenance and growth plans, creating annual and project budgets, managing the IT staff and keeping the executive team up to date on the latest networking technologies that could help the company to succeed.

    IT Manager responsibilities and duties

    The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.

    • Develop innovative network troubleshooting methods that reduce downtime and lower repair costs
    • Work closely with departmental managers to determine the maintenance and growth needs of the network
    • Monitor changing network technology and deliver a technology update to the executive team each quarter
    • Responsible for creating and administering disaster plans that will keep the company functional in the event of a crisis
    • Determine the rationale and methods for upgrading company network software programs each time an update is released

    IT Manager qualifications and skills

    Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.

    • Bachelor’ Degree in Computer Science or related field
    • 5+ years’ experience in information technology management
    • Comprehensive understanding of network architecture and client/server technology
    • Software development abilities preferred
    • Strong problem solving and communication skills required
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