Responsibilities for IT Manager

• Oversee IT operations and supervise systems and IT staff
• Develop strategy as it relates to the organization's IT infrastructure (computer and information systems, security, communication systems)
• Work with various IT environments including iSeries running OS2 and other standard operating systems such as Windows and Linux
• Work with vendors in meeting the Bank's requests for automation
• Co-ordinate with Vendors in the pre-installation, installation and post-installation of various systems and platforms. Responsible for keeping software versions up to date.
• Develop, manage, and track the IT department's annual budget
• Consult senior-level stakeholders across the entire organization to identify business and technology needs and to optimize the use of information technology
• Ensure smooth delivery and operation of IT services by monitoring systems performance
• Create processes and standards for selection, implementation, and support of systems
• Provide direction, guidance, and training to IT staff
• Trouble shoot with Vendors and with staff, if other I T Personnel cannot resolve them
• Assist I T Dept personnel in resolving difficulties during the day's processing and attempting to resolve it in a quick, efficient and timely manner
• Assist Management in providing MIS Reports and responding to any queries
• Trouble shoot any disruption in the Computer Room to minimize the downtime and attempt to bring up the system as quickly as possible
• Work with Auditors and Govt Agencies while performing the I T Audit

Qualifications for IT Manager

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience working in IT operations, supervising technology teams, and overseeing large information technology projects
• Excellent understanding of computer systems, security, network and systems administration, databases and data storage systems, and telecommunications systems. Able to take a holistic approach to system deployment
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with teams across the entire organization
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills
• Strong knowledge of project management principles