Group Technology Manager
The Group Technology Manager is a tactical, hands-on IT leader who is responsible for administration of one or more technology teams. This leader will have a broad understanding across technical systems, including networks, employee devices, policies, overall capability, security, availability, and reliability. They normally focus on one domain or area of technology within the organization. This position is responsible for managing a team who provides engineering, project, and day-to-day support for an enterprise infrastructure services environment that includes Microsoft Active Directory (on-prem and Azure / Entra AD), Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS), Certificate Services, Microsoft DNS and DHCP, Microsoft KMS, NTP, and Quest enterprise tools. The leader is required to have expert technical knowledge and understanding of Active Directory including experience supporting large-scale and highly complex environments. The Group Technology Manager will lead a team of engineers responsible for the designing / engineering / operation of the following technology services :
- Microsoft Active Directory Domain Services (on-prem and Azure / Entra AD)
- Microsoft Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS)
- Microsoft Active Directory Certificate Services
- Microsoft DHCP
- Microsoft DNS
- Microsoft Entra Connect
- Infoblox IPAM
- Microsoft Distributed File System (DFS)
- Microsoft Key Management Services (KMS)
- Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM)
- Microsoft Remote Desktop Licensing (RDL)
- NTP
- Symantec end point protection and scanning products
- Quest enterprise tools
- Windows Server operating systems (Windows Server 2025 through Windows Server 2012 R2)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time :
Primary Roles & Responsibilities :
Defines short term and long term architecturePublishes best practices and educates ET population on itResponsible for defining training, certification and career path for its membersConstantly analyses different technologies and vendors for new or better alternativesProvides implementation and service support of "below the line" Core IT Platform infrastructure with a focus on Production Stability / UptimeProvides continuous Capacity Planning to ensure service demands can be metManages EOL Evergreening of old equipment to manage technical debtEnables "above the line" self-service abilities and provides support for Squads through automationProvides continuous improvements of service capabilities through efficiencies & optimization focus on fast, easy, simple at the right costMaintains Service level monitoring through dashboardsConsulting engagements for product squads to enable adaption and DevOps ownership practices : Example : Use of Terraform, or CI / CD onboardingDriving Responsibilities :
IT Infrastructure build-out and management :Responsible for procurement, installation and life-cycle maintenance of IT hardware and software (includes PCs, peripherals, servers, networking equipment, operating systems and other softwareWill seek out unmet business needs and propose technology-based solutions where appropriate. Will lead the selection and implementation of these solutions.Will develop, gain approval for and manage a budget to accomplish goals.Will serve on the Company IT Steering Team, which oversees all aspects of the company's information technology function.Serves as the IT point of contact and accountable for the IT portion of new office setups, office expansions, etc. This includes relocation and / or installation of voice / data communications solutions, LAN and PC equipment.Responsible for local IT vendor, contract and outsourcing management.Responsible for monitoring data backups in offices to ensure that they are completed regularly.Performs appropriate duties associated with project-based activities.Responsible for the identification, development and communication of new technology standards and best practices as appropriate.Support employee and business software functionality :In cooperation with IT, local operations staff and key users, provide security, strategy, budgeting and disaster recovery / business continuity planning to offices and staff in multiple operating, business and functional units.Serves as the technical and communications liaison to and from stakeholders and office key users for IT communications, initiatives, needs assessments, etc.Provides new staff with PC / account setup and orientation.Provides escalated technical support that requires an on-site presence (server, NAS, network or PC equipment failure), including data backup recovery. Performs complex software / hardware troubleshooting, patches and re-installations in cooperation with the Enterprise Helpdesk and accordance with established SLAs.Provides consulting / training / education services such as data management and staff training / orientation for standard systems.Administration, budget, and policy management :Responsible for local inventory maintenance and software license agreements management (SLA's).Develops and monitors security compliance in accordance with IT standards, policies and procedures.Responsible for maintenance of systems documentation such as IT operations manuals.Other duties as assigned, such as examples :Special project leadership and / or supportManagement of new vendor relationships for specific initiatives.This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required and may change at any time.This role is the primary point of communication between the internal IT group and internal and external business partners, users and senior management.Qualifications :
Required Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree and fifteen to twenty years related experience or equivalent combination.Excellent knowledge of technical management and data governance.Knowledge of current trends in IT hardware and systems software field.Database management skills with the ability to produce reports.Familiarity with the support and troubleshooting of personal computers and tablet devices.Analyze situations, evaluate alternatives, and implement robust solutions.Interpret guidelines and analyze information to adapt or modify processes in response to changing circumstances.Duties may require non-routine analysis, research and follow-through.The position requires strong problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.The ability to make commitments and be willing to be held accountable against them, organizing workloads to meet deadlines.Exhibit adaptability to accept or bring about change when needed.Strong written and verbal communication skills.The ability to excel in a team environment and advance overall team objectives.The ability to ensure customer satisfaction by delivering excellence in products and service.Ability to work and communicate with peers, vendors, internal staff, including software program leadership and others.Consistently demonstrate professional, positive, and approachable attitude, demeanor and discretion.Demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information.Formulate and clearly communicate ideas to others.Fluency in English.Financial responsibility may include working within a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors and assisting with budget development.Purchase equipment and supplies as provided for in the budget.Ability to manage personnel with little supervision.Preferred Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems10 years plus experience in Information Technology preferably within financial servicesTraining ability and experience is a plusAbility to coach, motivate, encourage, and foster growth in employees are preferred skillsets.Provides new staff with orientation and onboarding.Administration, budget, and policy management.Management of new vendor relationships for specific initiatives.This role is the primary point of communication between the internal IT group and internal and external business partners, users, and senior management, for the technology systems that this group owns.Responsible for maintenance of systems documentation such as operations manuals.Special project leadership and / or support.Responsible for inventory maintenance and software license agreements management (SLA's).Reporting skills including development and generation of reports.