State of Arkansas · 8 hours ago
IT MANAGER
Little Rock, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$97K/yr - $159K/yr
5+ years expThe Arkansas Department of Education is dedicated to recognizing each student as an individual and providing personalized education through world-class educators and community support. The IT Manager is responsible for overseeing the state's IT infrastructure, managing IT staff, coordinating technology projects, and ensuring the security and efficiency of IT services.
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Responsibilities
Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the state’s IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, storage, and security systems
Ensure that all systems are running efficiently, securely, and in compliance with state and federal regulations
Manage and lead a team of IT professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support
Allocate resources and assign tasks to ensure that the team is meeting objectives
Plan, organize, and oversee IT projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget
Work with cross-functional teams to define project goals, create project timelines, and ensure the timely delivery of IT solutions
Collaborate with other state departments and agencies to implement new technologies and improve existing systems
Ensure that the state’s IT systems comply with security best practices and regulatory requirements
Oversee the implementation of security measures to protect the state’s data and infrastructure from cyber threats
Identify and resolve issues within the state’s IT systems and infrastructure
Continuously monitor and assess system performance, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and reliability
Maintain thorough documentation for all IT systems, processes, and projects
Provide regular updates to senior management on the status of IT initiatives, infrastructure health, and security compliance
Work closely with the state’s security team to monitor and address security risks
Oversee the integration of new applications, hardware, and systems, ensuring that they are aligned with the state's operational goals and IT infrastructure
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is required
Five (5) years of experience in IT management, including experience in system administration, project management, and team leadership
Proven experience managing IT teams and overseeing large-scale IT projects
Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, systems administration, and enterprise-level technologies
Strong skills in project planning, organization, and execution
Ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage resources, and ensure projects are completed successfully and on time
Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues
Strong analytical skills to identify areas for system improvement and propose effective solutions
Knowledge of IT security best practices, including data protection, access controls, and threat mitigation
Experience ensuring compliance with relevant security standards and regulations
Company
State of Arkansas
State of Arkansas is a government organization that offers child support, business, employment, education, and recreational services.
10001+ employees
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Frank Andrews
State Chief Security Officer
Larry Walther
Director of the Department of Finance and Administration and Chief Fiscal Officer
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