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IT Manager
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We were born in 2013, and we provide services in the field of information technology.
We are looking for an IT Manager to join our company, working on a project in the software development sector, remotely from Portugal.
In this role, you will provide hands-on management of all IT functions within the organization. This is an individual contributor position with no direct reports, requiring a 100% hands-on approach to technical execution, IT operations, and daily support. You will ensure that IT aligns with business goals, supports compliance requirements, optimizes resources, and maintains a secure and efficient technology environment.
The position is 100% remote, with flexibility in working hours on occasion.
Tasks:
askblue – where business meets technology
We were born in 2013, and we provide services in the field of information technology.
We are looking for an IT Manager to join our company, working on a project in the software development sector, remotely from Portugal.
In this role, you will provide hands-on management of all IT functions within the organization. This is an individual contributor position with no direct reports, requiring a 100% hands-on approach to technical execution, IT operations, and daily support. You will ensure that IT aligns with business goals, supports compliance requirements, optimizes resources, and maintains a secure and efficient technology environment.
The position is 100% remote, with flexibility in working hours on occasion.
Tasks:
- 1. Infrastructure & Systems
- Manage and optimize the company’s Azure Cloud infrastructure.
- Support the development team with DevOps knowledge (e.g., deployment automation, infrastructure setup for new components).
- Ensure high availability, scalability, and security of IT systems to meet agreed SLAs.
- Monitor cloud resources, focusing on cost efficiency and performance.
- Develop, test, and maintain business continuity, disaster recovery plans, and backup procedures.
- Drive continuous improvement of IT infrastructure.
- 2. Information Security & Compliance
- Maintain comprehensive information security policies and procedures.
- Conduct risk assessments, security audits, and maintain incident response readiness.
- Protect the organization against cyber threats and data breaches.
- Support SOC2 and PCI compliance efforts from a technical perspective.
- 3. IT Management & Procurement
- Develop and implement the IT strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Provide technical input to leadership for IT investments and infrastructure needs.
- Execute and deliver internal IT projects from planning to final deployment.
- Manage the IT budget, forecasting costs, monitoring expenditures, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Source, procure, and manage IT hardware/software, vendor contracts, and service agreements.
- 4. IT Operations & Daily Support
- Handle day-to-day IT operations to ensure reliable technology service delivery.
- Provide hands-on IT support, troubleshooting, and maintenance for staff issues in a timely manner.
- Maintain an accurate inventory of all IT assets (laptops, servers, and peripherals).
- Perform regular maintenance, updates, upgrades, and security enforcement on employee laptops and devices.
- Autonomy: Given the remote working model, we need someone who is highly motivated, a selfstarter, well organized and comfortable interacting with a diverse range of colleagues, all of whom will be working remotely and across multiple time zones.
- Team Player: Someone that works well with others and helps the entire team be successful on our common goals.
- Technical Proficiency: Solid engineering background, preferably in Microsoft technology stacks and a deep hands-on knowledge of Cloud technologies and especially Azure.
- Database Knowledge: Solid experience with SQL for either SQL Server or Azure SQL.
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate complex technical details and work collaboratively with stakeholders and team members.
- Hands-on attitude: Someone that is still comfortable with implementing all kinds of changes directly
- Process Improvement mindset: Someone that is always looking for how to improve our infrastructure and IT management, including automation wherever possible.
- Nice to Have:
- Prior experience in similar roles with both Cloud and IT management.
- Familiarity with tools like Jira, Confluence, GitHub and Teams.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity compliance frameworks.
- Remote (from Portugal).
- Health Insurance;
- 3 and a half days of leave per year + 22 vacation days;
- Unlimited access to Udemy.
askblue – where business meets technology