IT Manager

Vaco
$110,000.00 - $130,000.00 / yr
United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Nov 12, 2025
Job Title: IT Manager Location - Milwaukee Term - Direct Hire Salary - $110 to 130K plus bonus Hybrid work environment Local Candidates to Milwaukee and the surrounding area No 3rd party companies allowed Summary We're seeking a skilled and motivated IT Manager to lead our technology operations and support our organization's strategic goals. This role oversees IT infrastructure, network systems, and information security, while guiding a team that manages both local and global systems. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, proven leadership skills, and a hands-on approach to driving system reliability, efficiency, and innovation across the organization. Responsibilities Manage and maintain client and server systems, networking equipment, and telecommunication devices critical to business operations. Oversee the installation, configuration, and daily operation of information systems, ensuring optimal performance of both hardware and software. Implement and monitor IT policies, procedures, and security controls to maintain data integrity, regulatory compliance, and system reliability. Provide advanced technical guidance for troubleshooting and maintaining Windows and Linux systems, both on VMware ESXi and physical hardware. Support and maintain a complex global network, including WAN accelerators, VPNs, and firewalls. Collaborate with vendors, consultants, and technical partners to procure and implement services and solutions. Advise end users on hardware and software selection, procurement, and maintenance. Direct IT staff in system operations, backups, disaster recovery, and documentation of network and system changes. Partner with the IT Director to assess new initiatives, develop budgets, negotiate contracts, and review policies and procedures. Carry a company-issued phone for timely communication and critical system support. Requirements Mastery of Microsoft Windows and email systems, HPE network and server hardware, TCP/IP protocols, and VoIP technologies. Proficiency with Windows 10, Windows Server 2012-2019, Linux, and Active Directory environments. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Exchange Server 2016, Skype for Business, NetApp Fibre Channel SANs, VMware ESXi, and data security/backup procedures. Proven ability to troubleshoot and maintain complex global network systems. Demonstrated project management experience-developing, coordinating, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Experience leading, mentoring, and developing IT teams across multiple locations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels. Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. 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Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.