IT Manager

The role

The IT Manager will lead the IT function by setting policies, procedures, priorities, and plans. This leadership and governance role involves designing the IT operating model, owning the roadmap and budget, and supervising a team of two.

What you will do

• Develop, document, and maintain foundational IT policies
• Own the library of IT standard operating procedures
• Define the IT service model including support tiers and escalation paths
• Establish an approval process for IT purchases and system changes
• Build and maintain a multi-year IT roadmap
• Approve infrastructure standards and major architecture decisions
• Lead IT planning for enterprise systems from selection through integration
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the Systems Administrator and IT Support Specialist
• Develop and manage the annual IT budget
• Own relationships and contracts with IT vendors

Required qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive IT experience
• At least 2 years leading an IT team or serving as the lead IT resource
• Demonstrated experience writing and implementing IT policies, standards, and procedures
• Experience supervising and developing technical staff
• Experience building and managing IT budgets, vendors, and contracts
• Broad technical background across Microsoft 365, Entra ID (Azure AD), Intune, Windows Server, and networking
• Experience planning and managing IT projects from start to finish
• Strong written communication skills

Nice to have

• Experience with Microsoft 365 GCC or GCC High
• Prior experience in a defense, aerospace, or defense industrial base (DIB) environment
• Familiarity with NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, or ITAR requirements
• Experience leading an ERP, MRP, or IMS selection or implementation
• Certifications such as ITIL Foundation, PMP, CompTIA Security+, or Microsoft 365 Administrator Expert
• Experience building an IT function at a small or growing company
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Benefits

• Generous PTO policy
• Comprehensive medical coverage (80% company-paid for employee + dependents)
• Vision & dental (100% company-paid)
• Short and long-term disability coverage (100% company-paid)
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Great teammates and well stocked snacks

Before you apply

• U.S. citizenship may be required to access certain systems and data
• We are committed to supporting relocation for the right candidates

About the company

Kraken Kinetics designs and manufactures advanced kinetic solutions for the United States Armed Forces and its allies. They specialize in mission-tailored warheads and firing systems for unmanned and autonomous weapon platforms.