IT Manager

Minneapolis

The Position

You've gained a higher level of perspective on how space150 can help clients. You think business first, technology second. You always determine the why and the what before you direct the how. You find new and revolutionary ways to support the team of space150. You can see where space150 is going and you know how to organize the IT department to align with the goals of the company to keep growing our creativity and profitability.

As a IT Manager you’re the main point of contact for large technical issues. You’re accepted as a company-wide leader and key contributor to space150 projects, clients and culture. You're comfortable stepping outside of your comfort zone to try new things and technologies all while keeping the technology ship on course for growth and scalability. You have a prominent voice in guiding space150 itself, and help sell our services successfully and work to interface efficiently with space150 departments and our clients.

Responsibilities

Lead the department and all of its members to success
Manage IT department according to IT manifesto
Day to day management of all IT resources
Create and execute Network Infrastructure changes and plans
Tier 3 support for technical issues
Work with other department leads to achieve space150 goals
Create improvement strategies for the IT team
Execute hiring or staff reduction as appropriate
Manage Helpdesk Technicians, Network Admins and Sr. Network Admins
Ensure timely performance reviews of all IT team members

Minimum Qualifications

Active Directory
Google Apps
Linux / Unix systems
Proficient with ESXi and VMWare setups
Cisco switch configuration
Firewall configuration with Branch Office VPN setups
Mac / PC operating systems
Windows Server 2003, 2008
IIS 6.0, 7.0
Excellent understanding of IP topology and network architecture
Wireless security and authentication

Education

Four year degree Emphasis on communications, marketing or related field preferred.