IT Manager - Infrastructure & Cybersecurity

MW Components•Columbus, MO

About The Position

This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of network infrastructure and cybersecurity across multiple locations. The IT Manager will manage server infrastructure, including on-premises and cloud-hosted systems, and ensure the security and availability of all IT systems. This position involves managing IT projects, maintaining vendor relationships, and serving as a technical mentor to IT staff.

Requirements

5+ years leading IT infrastructure and/or cybersecurity functions, ideally across a multi-site environment
8+ years of IT experience as a systems/network engineer or infrastructure administrator
Experience with IT security, WAN/SD-WAN, routing, switching, cloud services (AWS preferred), and server administration
Working knowledge of virtualization and remote desktop solutions (e.g., RDSH/terminal server environments)
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a lean team environment
Organized, detail-oriented, and execution-focused

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with CMMC and related federal contractor cybersecurity compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-171) strongly preferred
Technical certifications from key vendors such as Microsoft, AWS, or Cisco, as well as familiarity with ITIL practices, are a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of network infrastructure across all 8 MW Springs locations, inclusive of WAN, LAN, wireless, and the security of each.
Manage server infrastructure, including on-premises and cloud-hosted (AWS) systems, ensuring availability, performance, and disaster recovery readiness.
Maintain monitoring and alerting to proactively identify and resolve outages and issues.
Work with application and ERP teams on project implementations and problem resolution.
Maintain patch management of network infrastructure, servers, and end-user systems to ensure systems are secure and up to date while minimizing business impact.
Manage cybersecurity, infrastructure, and related IT projects across all locations; evaluate and prioritize projects, ensuring timely, successful completion within approved budgets.
Manage network and server infrastructure life-cycle; maintain asset management of all hardware.
Document and maintain vendor relationships, contracts, and licensing.
Oversee requests, incidents, and problems escalated from the Service Desk; coordinate urgent and complex support issues.
Establish and maintain robust cybersecurity tools and processes (endpoint protection, firewall management, vulnerability management, backup/recovery, incident response) to ensure the safety and security of the company.
Own and maintain compliance with applicable regulatory and contractual security requirements, including CMMC, and lead readiness efforts, documentation, and audits related to these requirements.
Serve as a point of escalation and technical mentor to Service Desk and site IT staff.