IT Manager II

Akima, LLC•Oak Ridge, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Akima Infrastructure Services, LLC (AIS) is actively seeking individuals to contribute to national security within the project management and business services fields as part of their staff augmentation team. Successful candidates will be employees of AIS, a premier government contractor, responsible for employing highly motivated and well-qualified personnel to advance missions in Oak Ridge, TN. AIS provides pay, benefits, human resource, and employment management functions. Qualified applicants must be U.S. Citizens, at least 18 years of age, and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy any clearance requirements. As an Akima company and an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), AIS's mission extends beyond federal projects to support its shareholder communities in Alaska, providing support and employment opportunities to its 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders. For government customers, AIS supports vital missions with in-demand and specialized skill sets. As an AIS employee, you will be part of a challenging, yet supportive work environment committed to innovation and diversity, with access to comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, growth opportunities, and excellent retirement options.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
15+ years of experience in Information Technology.
Extensive and proven experience in Information Technology management required.
Pre-employment Drug Screen - External applicants selected for this position are required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.
Medical Exam(s) - Job related pre-placement medical examinations may be required for this position.
This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance. If determined as such, this position would be identified as a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require participation in an ongoing random drug testing program in addition to the pre-employment drug screen.
U.S. Citizen
at least 18 years of age
able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy any clearance requirements.

Responsibilities

Develops short- and/or long-range IT program plans consistent with the information needs and priorities of the functional group.
Develops and initiates programs that support functions and strategies of IT and the organization.
Performs the personnel management functions required to develop and maintain a qualified and motivated staff.
Reports, to Sr. IT Director, the status of programs and support activities.
Provides consultation and support to project groups and users in operating systems.
Budget/financial accountability for functional area. Assures adherence to company standards and policies
Manages an Information Systems & Technology (IS&T) function or project in a global business unit or function/service organization.
Develops and supports functional work objectives and work processes and creates plans consistent with IS&T strategy, policies and procedures.
Recognizes and pursues strategic opportunities for IS&T technology to reduce costs and/or improve business success.
Integrates business processes and technology solutions for the enterprise. Identifies and develops business opportunities that affect and improve productivity and competitiveness.
Leads organization change to meet IS&T's strategic goals and objectives.
Develops business cases and proposals in regard to IS&T products and services and ensures that these products and services are of the highest quality and are delivered to the customer in a timely fashion.
Gathers metrics and monitors the operation’s/project’s performance and takes corrective action as needed.
Demonstrates strategic thinking and decision-making skills and solves complex organizational and/or technical problems within scope of authority.