Cox Manufacturing is a family owned and operated organization, our vision is to provide premier, small part production machining services to our customers while providing a high Quality of Life for our employees and being a positive influence for Christ. As one of the largest turning shops in the nation we are innovative and growing with patented technology.

Our Information Technology (IT) - Manager is responsible for the deployment of IT solutions with a focus on seamless day-to-day operations and exceptional user experience. This position oversees these functional areas: Service Desk, Systems, Software, and Networks. Additionally, this position is responsible for analyzing and improving organizational processes, quality, productivity, and efficiency. A critical goal of this position and their team is to deliver exceptional customer service along with maintaining strong working relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

IT Management:

Must be a hands-on leader of a team of IT professionals that oversee and manage all aspects of our IT to include internal development team, security, hardware, servers, networking, database, telecom, storage, backup, and support services.
Coordinate and manage the change control process, and deployments of the company’s critical applications.
Identify requirements and recommend solutions to optimize our technology stack.
Proactively manage system performance, identifying constraints, and implementing optimizations for enhanced efficiency and user experience.
Ensure the scalability, availability, and security of systems, adhering to industry best practices.

Security and Compliance:

Evaluate and ensure adherence to federal technology requirements for security.
Stay abreast of the latest security standards and best practices, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to mitigate potential risks.

Vendor Management:

Collaborate with external vendors and service providers to maintain smooth operation of outsourced IT services, such as cloud hosting and software licensing.
Assess vendor performance, negotiate agreements, and build strong relationships to enhance value and reduce risks.

Team Leadership and Collaboration:

Provide strong leadership and mentorship to the IT team, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and accountability.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into effective IT solutions.

Required Qualifications:

Degree in computer science or information technology or 10 years of equivalent working experience in IT.
Demonstrated leadership experience with a minimum of 5 years effectively managing IT.
Expert knowledge in Windows, VMWare and SQL Server.
Exceptional time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
Expert proven problem-solving abilities/ troubleshooting complex technical issues.
Must be able to work on-site.

Preferred Experience:

Familiarity with security compliance requirements for CMMC, DFARS, ISO, ITAR, NIST, PII and PHI.
Knowledge of Linux system administration
Certifications include CISSP, MS900, and AZ801.
Experience in manufacturing.

Cox Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer.

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Information Technology Manager