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IT Manager

LINQ
Location
Denver, Colorado
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Research and Development
Salary
$120,000-$140,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of experience in IT operations or systems administration, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role
  • Strong hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, particularly Entra ID (Azure AD), Exchange Online, Intune, Teams, and SharePoint
  • Demonstrated experience managing IT for a fully remote or distributed workforce
  • Solid understanding of identity and access management concepts, including SSO, MFA, conditional access, and automated joiner/mover/leaver provisioning
  • Experience with endpoint management platforms (Intune, JAMF, or similar) and patch management workflows
Nice to have
  • Microsoft certifications (e.g., MS-102: Microsoft 365 Administrator, AZ-104: Azure Administrator, SC-300: Identity and Access Administrator)
  • Experience with ITSM platforms (e.g., Jira Service Management, ServiceNow, or similar)
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture and implementation in a Microsoft environment
  • Experience supporting rapid headcount growth or M&A-related IT onboarding and integration
  • Background in K-12 EdTech or SaaS environments.
What the job really is

The IT Manager at LINQ will lead the internal IT operations, focusing on enhancing the employee technology experience from onboarding to device management. This role involves managing Microsoft 365 and Azure environments, overseeing a team of IT professionals, and ensuring the security and reliability of IT infrastructure for a fully remote workforce. The manager will also collaborate with various departments to maintain compliance and support the organization's growth.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary of $120,000-$140,000 + 8% bonus
  • 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match on total earnings
  • Flexible Open Paid Time Off Plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Ten Paid Corporate Holidays
  • 16 paid volunteer hours
Things to weigh
  • Role involves managing a remote team, which may require strong self-management skills.
  • The position is hands-on, which may not suit those looking for purely strategic roles.
  • No specific mention of the company’s technology stack beyond Microsoft products, which may imply a focus on legacy systems.
  • Occasional travel required, which may not be ideal for all candidates.
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