Baton Rouge, LA 

IT manager

IT Manager – Baton Rouge, LA

Our client is seeking an IT Manager to support their Federal Programs in the Baton Rouge, LA area. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience managing an IT Environment, with a specific understanding of cybersecurity compliance as it relates to federal government contract requirements. They will also possess strong fundamentals in programming with PHP and Web Development.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Develop and support web-based software for use with internal processes and procedures
• Manage information technology and computer systems
• Provide day to day helpdesk support for all staff
• Plan, organize, control, and evaluate IT needs
• Assess and procure new and replacement hardware, software, and services
• Design, develop, implement, and coordinate systems, policies, and procedures
• Ensure security of controlled data and network access
• Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions
• Evaluate IT related risks and communicate those to leadership
• Train staff on security awareness and proper system usage
• Liaison between third party IT support provider, vendors, and partners
• Overseeing and determining timeframes for major IT projects including system updates, upgrades, migrations, and outages

BASIC REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree or equivalent experience
• 5-6 years’ experience offering end-user IT support
• Ability to work well and engage with a remote team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present info clearly
• Technical Skills
• LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP)
• Microsoft Windows Operating Systems
• Active Directory Administration
• Linux Administration
• Cloud Computing and Storage
• Microsoft 365
• Networking including VPN Technologies
• Firewall configuration and management
• Endpoint Security Products
• VoIP Telephone Systems
• Ticketing Systems
• Remote Support Tools
• Printers/MFC
• Mobile Devices
• Asset Management Tools
• Server Management Administration
• Cloud Backup Systems
• Web CMS (Wordpress, etc.)

NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Industry certifications such A+, Network+, and Security+
• SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) experience y
• Experience with DFARS 7012, NIST 800-171, and CMMC requirements

ABOUT THE CLIENT:

Client Company was established in 1986 and is a Woman-Owned Small Business headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Over the past 30+ years the company has grown through acquisition and through the hard work of a staff that believes in our Core Values. Since 2007, the company has managed 115 federal government contracts with a total of 552 individual task order projects for a total contract value of over $94.5 million dollars for clients such as the General Service Administration, the US Army Corps of Engineers in 10 Districts, the US Coast Guard, the US Air Force, the US Army National Guard, the US Geological Survey, the US Navy, the National Park Service and FEMA. The company is growing, and their federal and commercial contract portfolio reflects that growth. They are building on a foundation of success by selecting the finest people to complement that growth. Client offers generous compensation, paid time off, great benefits package, remote work environment, and the opportunity to be part of a team that makes a positive impact on our environment. The client is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Female/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.