IT Admin

The Lakeside Church•Four Corners, FL

About The Position

The IT Administrator plays a vital role in developing, implementing, and maintaining technology strategies that align with Lakeside’s mission and goals. This position oversees all aspects of IT infrastructure, ensuring systems are reliable, secure, and scalable to support Lakeside’s current and growing needs. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Develop and execute IT strategies that support the organization’s overall vision and objectives. Partner with executive leadership to identify, recommend, and implement cost-effective technology solutions across all departments. Provide leadership and oversight in the continual evaluation of IT goals, systems, and performance. Manage all IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, applications, databases, and telecommunications systems across all areas (e.g., Fire Monitoring, Security, etc). Ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security of all IT systems and platforms. Oversee the acquisition, deployment, and maintenance of hardware and software solutions. Stay informed on industry trends to proactively adopt emerging technologies that enhance operational efficiency and security. Foster collaboration and innovation among department leaders while promoting teamwork and accountability. Plan and manage the IT budget, ensuring responsible resource allocation and cost-effective solutions. Develop and enforce IT policies and procedures that safeguard data and uphold privacy standards. Lead cybersecurity strategy and oversee risk management initiatives. Supervise all firmware updates and technology implementations across all properties and areas. Ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws, IT security standards, and industry regulations. Build and maintain relationships with external vendors and service providers, overseeing contracts, negotiations, and performance. Direct large-scale IT projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope. Implement and maintain effective project management frameworks. Develop and manage disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure rapid recovery in the event of a disruption. Create a recurring schedule to test and educate Lakeside Team on phishing scams and best practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
7–10 years of experience in IT management roles, including at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership position.
Proven experience managing IT infrastructure and services, including cloud platforms, networking, and cybersecurity systems.
Strong project management experience from concept through completion.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Comprehensive understanding of IT compliance, data protection laws, and regulatory standards.
Experience in vendor and contract management.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge Of Apple Hardware Management
Apple Business Manager
Mosyle Fuse MDM Certification
GoTo VoIP
Cisco and Cisco Meraki
Fortinet Firewall
AV Networking (Dante)
Q-SYS Systems
sACN for Lighting Control
Administration in Platforms such as Slack, Microsoft 365, Asana, Adobe, and Ubiquiti
Lock-system firmware (i.e., Salto, Ving)

Responsibilities

Develop and execute IT strategies that support the organization’s overall vision and objectives.
Partner with executive leadership to identify, recommend, and implement cost-effective technology solutions across all departments.
Provide leadership and oversight in the continual evaluation of IT goals, systems, and performance.
Manage all IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, applications, databases, and telecommunications systems across all areas (e.g., Fire Monitoring, Security, etc).
Ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security of all IT systems and platforms.
Oversee the acquisition, deployment, and maintenance of hardware and software solutions.
Stay informed on industry trends to proactively adopt emerging technologies that enhance operational efficiency and security.
Foster collaboration and innovation among department leaders while promoting teamwork and accountability.
Plan and manage the IT budget, ensuring responsible resource allocation and cost-effective solutions.
Develop and enforce IT policies and procedures that safeguard data and uphold privacy standards.
Lead cybersecurity strategy and oversee risk management initiatives.
Supervise all firmware updates and technology implementations across all properties and areas.
Ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws, IT security standards, and industry regulations.
Build and maintain relationships with external vendors and service providers, overseeing contracts, negotiations, and performance.
Direct large-scale IT projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope.
Implement and maintain effective project management frameworks.
Develop and manage disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure rapid recovery in the event of a disruption.
Create a recurring schedule to test and educate Lakeside Team on phishing scams and best practices.