Information Technology (IT) Manager

Job Summary

Amentum is seeking an IT Manager to join our team at the Joint Defense Facility Pine Gap (JDFPG) located in Alice Springs, Australia. In this role you will be responsible for the overall management and performance of the organisation’s technology and network systems. The IT Manager oversees all technology infrastructure and operations, ensuring all processes and procedure adhere to company, site, and security policies and regulations.

The IT Manager analyses the schematics and specifications of site unclassified computer systems, maintains safety and security across all networks, and oversees the day-to-day operations and technical support required by IT associated projects. The IT manager must have extensive knowledge of the technology industry and required skills.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the direct management of the IT team, providing leadership, operational and performance management, and overall direction
• Responsible for the performance, functionality and reliability of applications and related systems
• Oversee the architecture, design, and implementation of IT to ensure the availability, confidentiality, and integrity of data
• Conduct technical implementation, configuration, monitoring, audit, administration, and support
• Implementation of industry standard ITIL aligned Service Desk support processes
• Plan and manage implementation and integration of new technologies.
• Budget, resource planning and improving work instructions for system support.
• Maintain the risk Management Framework and systems ATO status.
• Ensure compliance with all site’s environmental health and safety requirements
• Any other reasonable duties as requested
• The ability to lift items up to 10kgs independently
• The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology
• Field: Cybersecurity, Information Systems Management, or other relevant discipline
• Drivers License
• Security +
• Related advanced IT certification
• Minimum 10+ years’ experience in Information Technology
• Working knowledge of IT business systems and integrated software applications.
• Experience managing I.T. projects, technology refreshes, and small teams
• Familiarity with RMF and I.T. security regulations
• Excellent communication skills and ability to brief at all levels to include Senior Leadership
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team
• Ability to adapt to change and contribute to continuous improvement
• Positive outlook and willingness to collaborate with others to achieve business outcomes
• Demonstrated customer focus
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to the principles of workplace diversity and equity, and EH&S

• Master’s degree in Information Technology

Field: Cybersecurity, Information Systems Management, or other relevant discipline

• Microsoft Certification
• Linux Certification