IT Manager at Highwire

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Digital Marketing, Strategic Communications, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • At least 5-7 years’ experience in an IT Support role, preferably in an agency
  • Able to script or code in at least 1 popular coding language
  • Demonstrated expertise in managing enterprise IT systems, SaaS/Cloud, and IT infrastructure, including Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, CrowdStrike, Okta, Jamf, KnowBe4, Adobe Creative Cloud, and AWS services
  • Familiar with AI technologies
  • Understanding of IT processes, governance, and compliance requirements
  • Outstanding leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
  • Mac OSX and Windows platform configuration and management
  • Can demonstrate knowledge of service desk ticketing-based software
  • Can demonstrate knowledge of endpoint management and security
  • Ambitious, curious and inclusive personality and attitude
  • Motivated to do their best work with an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Able to operate autonomously

Responsibilities

  • Partner with the Chief Technology Officer to implement and elevate the agency’s IT strategy to align with business objectives and drive growth
  • Serve as technical escalation point within the agency
  • Management and development of agency IT Support
  • Implementing, driving user adoption, and ensuring best usage of new technologies within the agency
  • Management of networking and cloud infrastructure within agency
  • Ensuring infrastructure and endpoint asset management, including refresh cycles, vulnerability management, and patching/updates, are maintained per the agency's cybersecurity policies
  • Help drive and inform next-generation technology development
  • Assist with selection and implementation of agency technology initiatives
  • Oversee the design, maintenance, and security of key infrastructure, ensuring reliable and efficient operations
  • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects, including resource allocation, budget management, and timeline adherence
  • Cultivate a high-performing IT team by recruiting, mentoring, and managing staff to achieve departmental goals
  • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through technology innovations and process enhancements
  • Monitor and mitigate risks related to cybersecurity and data protection, safeguarding the organization’s assets and information

Skills

IT Strategy
Technology Infrastructure
IT Project Management
IT Support Management
Technical Escalation
Team Development
CTO Partnership

Highwire

Public relations for disruptive technology companies

About Highwire

Highwire provides specialized public relations services aimed at helping disruptive companies, particularly in the technology sector, communicate effectively. The agency utilizes its background in journalism and its strategic location in Silicon Valley to craft tailored communication strategies that resonate with target audiences. Highwire's services include media relations, content creation, crisis communication, and strategic consulting, all designed to meet the unique needs of each client. What sets Highwire apart from its competitors is its focus on delivering measurable results and its deep understanding of the fast-paced tech industry. The company's goal is to create meaningful business outcomes for its clients by ensuring their messages are effectively conveyed in a complex media landscape.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2008Year Founded
$1.2MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
ConsultingIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Hybrid Work Options
401(k) Company Match
Home Office Stipend
Wellness Program

Risks

Internal restructuring from new executive appointments may disrupt service delivery.
Integration challenges from acquisitions could lead to operational inefficiencies.
Departure of key personnel may result in loss of client relationships.

Differentiation

Highwire specializes in PR for disruptive tech companies, leveraging Silicon Valley's innovation hub.
The firm integrates journalism roots with strategic PR, offering tailored communication strategies.
Highwire's focus on AI and robotics positions it as a leader in tech PR.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI-driven PR strategies enhances Highwire's service offerings.
Acquisitions like Candor Content expand Highwire's digital marketing capabilities.
Strategic location in the Bay Area offers access to emerging tech sectors.

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