IT Operations Manager

IT Operations Manager

The IT Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the IT operations of Global Fishing Watch, ensuring that the technology infrastructure supports our organization's goals. They will analyze current systems and assets, recommend and implement solutions and upgrades, deliver adhoc IT projects and provide training. The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of cloud-based network and systems administration, experience working with non IT specialists, and advanced industry knowledge to keep us on the cutting edge. The IT manager will have an immediate impact on the day-to-day efficiency of our operations and a long-term impact on our overall growth.

GFW has a fully remote, globally distributed workforce with no physical hardware infrastructure. Our network is entirely cloud-based, centered on Google Workspace, Slack, and other SaaS tools. Employees are issued laptops (Windows and OSX), but this is the only IT hardware that GFW manages.

Essential cloud-based services under management :

• Google Workspace
• Slack
• Notion
• Outsourced IT support service for security services, backups and disaster recovery

We are committed to supporting our global team and providing a positive, flexible work environment.

Cloud Services Administration for key services, including Google Workspace, Slack and Notion (20%)

General IT tools oversight and maintenance (10%)

IT project management (25%)

IT support and risk management(35%)

Other (10%)

Required

Preferred

The successful candidate will meet most, but not necessarily all, of the criteria above. If you don't think you check all the boxes, but believe you have unique skills that make you a great fit for the role, we want to hear from you!

Please submit a CV with your relevant experiences and a cover letter conveying your interest in the position and how your previous experiences would support you to be successful in this role. We look forward to getting to know more about you!

Note : The application period for this role closes on December 1st at 12pm Eastern

Reporting to : COO

Please note : Visa sponsorship is not supported at this time.

Candidates must be authorized to work for GFW without visa sponsorship for at least two years after their start date (January 2026), or for the entire duration of their contract if on a fixed-term agreement (This is a one-year fixed term with possible extension)

Individuals on student visas must be eligible for full-time employment on their visa and have valid work authorization (such as Optional Practical Training (OPT) or equivalent) that remains valid for at least two years or the duration of their contract.

Candidates relying on a spouse's visa for work authorization are not eligible, as they must independently qualify for employment.

Location : This is a remote role, but candidates must be legally authorized and based in the following countries to be considered : United States, United Kingdom. Costa Rica, Mexico, Germany, Ireland, Italy

Permanent / Fixed Term / Contractor : Fixed Term Duration : 1 year

Full Time hours : Yes, but open to part time (75% hours)

Recruiting process : A cover letter along with a CV will be requested to see how your experience and interest connect to the position. We expect the cover letter to allow applicants an opportunity to explain details on how their skill set aligns with the role and provide a better understanding of their suitability for the position. If selected for consideration, the hiring process for this position will include an initial call with our Talent Acquisition team, followed by a formal 45 minute interview with 1-3 team members. Candidates advancing beyond this round will be asked to take a technical assessment and / or submit a representative code sample. Lastly, a final interview with 2-4 teams members to review your assessment and assess functional skills.

A compensation range for this position is US$ 80-95k per year for US-based employees, EUR 50-60k for Europe-Based, GPB 55-62k for UK Based. For applicants located elsewhere, the pay range will be adjusted to the country of hire. Compensation is commensurate with experience and will vary depending on the hired candidate's country of residence, in accordance with local laws and regulations. GFW offers