Technology Research Manager

Type :

Contract

Full Time or Part Time :

• Full-Time

Pay Rate : Location :

• Tallahassee, FL

Language Requirements :

• Write, read, and speak English fluently.

Language Preferences :

• N / A

Job Overview :

This is a middle level management role in the technology research area. Works under general direction from senior level management. Works on multiple programs as a project team leader and a subject matter expert. Manages and mentors supervisors, project leaders and / or technical staff. Frequently reports to a Chief Technology Officer, Operating Unit IT Executive or Departmental IT Executive.

In this role you will be responsible for understanding the strategic direction of enterprise and the supporting IT systems and architectures. Maintains knowledge of emerging technological trends and utilizes this knowledge to educate both IT and the business on opportunities to build better IT solutions that support and drive business decisions. Assists in the definition of the architecture and technology needs of the organization based on new and emerging technologies, and establishes priorities and strategies consistent with business goals and economic viability. Establishes foundation architecture for organization to standardize on hardware and software usage. Serves as a consultant and advisor to senior IT leadership on advanced technologies and evaluates the business impact through cost / benefit analysis. Recommends and incorporates technology with long-term business plans. Transfers knowledge of key learnings throughout the enterprise, and establishes and communicates strategic and technological plans. And other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements :

• A minimum of 7 years of IT work experience including managing team(s) responsible for systems development and architecture functions.

Experience Preferences :

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to lift light equipment or materials, generally up to 30-50 pounds.
• Adequate vision to perform tasks effectively, including close and distance work.
• Good hearing ability to effectively communicate and respond to auditory cues.

Education Requirements :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.

Education Preferences :

Training Schedule :

Schedule :

Dress Code :

• Business Casual

Benefits :

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• PTO (Paid Time Off)

Additional Information :

Drug screening, background and reference checks are performed if required. Valid identification and reliable transportation required. We are an E-Verify employer. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Our employees are authorized to work in the United States.