Manager, Technology Research

Cook Systems • Jacksonville, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced IT Architect to guide the strategic direction of our enterprise's IT systems and architectures. This role involves leveraging knowledge of emerging technological trends to educate both IT and business teams, aiding in the development of IT solutions that drive business decisions. The IT Architect will also define the architecture and technology needs of the organization and establish a standardized foundation for hardware and software usage.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of IT work experience, including team management in systems development and architecture functions.
• Experience in middle-level management in the technology research area.
• Proven ability to work under general direction from senior management.
• Experience as a project team leader and subject matter expert.
• Ability to report to senior IT executives, such as a CTO or Departmental IT Executive.

Responsibilities

• Understand and support the strategic direction of the enterprise and its IT systems.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging technological trends and educate teams on opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in defining architecture and technology needs based on new and emerging technologies.
• Establish priorities and strategies consistent with business goals and economic viability.
• Serve as a consultant to senior IT leadership on advanced technologies and evaluate their business impact.
• Recommend and integrate technology within long-term business plans.
• Transfer key learnings across the enterprise and communicate strategic and technological plans.
• Manage and mentor supervisors, project leaders, and technical staff.

Benefits

• Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with dental and vision coverage included.
• Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum—because your family’s security matters.
• Plan ahead and save with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent-care expenses your way.
• Our Health Gap Insurance through Sun Life helps cover unexpected costs, so you’re never caught off guard.
• Build your future with our 401(k) plan through The Standard. You’re eligible after just six months—because long-term success deserves a strong foundation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees