IT Manager (49796)

GAP SOLUTIONS INC•Herndon, VA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

GAP Solutions is seeking a results-driven IT Manager to lead a corporate IT team and be hands-on as needed across infrastructure, cloud services, and end-user technologies. This role is ideal for a technical leader with strong project management skills, deep experience in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, and a solid background in networking. The IT Manager will be responsible for day-to-day IT operations, project delivery, system reliability, and continuous improvement of IT services in support of business objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
5+ years of progressive IT experience, including leadership or team management responsibilities
Strong experience with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365
Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs, routing, switching)

Nice To Haves

Microsoft certifications (Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect, Microsoft 365, etc.)
Project Management certifications (PMP, CAPM, Agile/Scrum)
Networking or security certifications (Cisco, CompTIA Network+, Security+)
Experience supporting hybrid or cloud-first environments
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

Manage an IT team, including task prioritization, performance feedback, and skills development.
Oversee daily IT operations to ensure system availability, reliability, and security.
Serve as the final escalation point for technical and operational issues.
Manage vendor relationships and service agreements, performance monitoring, and issue resolution to ensure cost-effective and reliable IT services.
Control IT budget and manage expenditure.
Lead and deliver IT projects from planning through execution, including cloud initiatives, infrastructure upgrades, and system improvements.
Prioritize projects according to business needs and deadlines.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements, manage timelines, and control scope.
Track project progress, risks, and dependencies; provide regular status updates.
Administer and optimize Microsoft Azure environments, including identity, compute, networking, and security components.
Manage Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Intune, Entra ID).
Support cloud migrations, hybrid environments, and cost optimization initiatives.
Oversee network infrastructure including switches, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networks.
Ensure secure and reliable connectivity across on-prem and cloud environments.
Partner with vendors and service providers for hardware, software, and managed services.
Control risks to the organization by maintaining and implementing cybersecurity best practices.
Implement and maintain NIST 800-171 and CMMC security compliance across cloud, network, and endpoint environments.
Oversee vulnerability management, patching, and incident response activities.
Lead audits, compliance requirements, and policy enforcement as needed.