Manager Information Technology (On-site)

Leonardo DRS, Inc. • Germantown, MD • 4h ago

Job ID: 113138

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

Job Responsibilities

Work closely with key business leaders to define critical information needs, providing guidance regarding availability of data, capability of systems to deliver information needs, and subject matter expertise regarding current systems and emerging technology

Work closely with management and functional departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions to enable business objectives. This person will also define and implement IT policies, procedures, and best practices that provide cost effective and secure IT systems and operations

Participate in the research, evaluation and selection of new technologies

Manage financial aspects of the IT Department

Develop business case justifications and cost/benefit analyses for IT spending and initiatives

Participate in the development and implementation of all IT policies and procedures and standards

Support the development of requests for proposal

Participate in the negotiation and administration of vendor, outsourcer, and consultant contracts and service agreements

Manage the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, development, upgrade, and support of all IT systems

Oversee provision of end-user services

Keep current with the latest technologies

Approve and oversee projects and project portfolio

Manage IT assets, procurement and vendors

Manage IT staffing, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, development, evaluation, and disciplinary actions

Participate in IT strategic and operational planning

Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Establish IT policies, standards, practices, and security measures to provide effective and consistent information processing to ensure the integrity and reliability of information, communications, and office systems

Maintain knowledge of developments in the area of systems and hardware technologies and make recommendations for incorporating these new developments into the future needs of the company

Maintain effective communication with all operating and staff organizations to assure that information systems and technologies for current and future business requirements are provided, improved, and replaced as required

Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations

Show initiative in constantly reassessing business requirements and make suggestions that proactively address changing business needs

Protect organization's value by preserving the confidentiality of information

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business administration, management information systems, mathematics, information technology, computer sciences, a related field, equivalent experience or associate level vendor certification(s)

5 years of experience managing one or more major information processing functions (operations, development, data processing, etc.) and/or through advanced college training in management or information services

Strong interpersonal skills are required to deal with personnel situations as well as excellent management skills to successfully perform the planning, directing, reporting, and administrative responsibilities involved

A comprehensive, and frequently updated, knowledge of the general direction of the information technology industry is desired

Ability to work independently and to promote the effective teaming of others in order to achieve objectives

Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to successfully interact with all levels of management, other IT professionals and end-users

Strong analytic and problem-solving skills

Is open and responsive to change and demonstrates a commitment to the process of continuous improvement by identifying and responding actively and with sensitivity to the needs of all customers

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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