IT Manager

Job Title: IT Manager

Job Location: Virginia Beach, VA

Job Category: Information Systems Management

Job Status: Full Time

Job Description: The IT Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing all information technology operations in support of government contract requirements. This role ensures secure, compliant, and efficient IT systems aligned with federal standards such as NIST, CMMC, and DFARS. The IT Manager leads technical teams, manages infrastructure, and ensures protection of Controlled Unclassified Information.

Job Requirements/skill sets:

• Proven experience in IT management/leadership demonstrating the ability to develop, implement, and enforce IT policies, procedures and standards.
• Strong understanding of networking, systems administration, cybersecurity, and IT service management.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CMMC) and compliance
• Working knowledge of Azure AD and Intune.
• Experience with IT budgeting, project management, and strategic planning.
• Familiarity with FedRAMP, Zero Trust Architecture, and SIEM tools
• Proficient in Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc…)
• Excellent communication skills

Education/Certification Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field. Equivalent experience may be considered. CompTIA Security+ certification required; others such as CompTIA Network+, ITIL and CISM are desired.

Security Clearance: Require U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Q.E.D. offers competitive benefits such as: Paid Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, 401(k) retirement plan, Basic Life Insurance, supplemental insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.

Job Contact information: To apply for the position, email resume to Mark Kesselring at

mkesselring@qedsysinc.com

EOE, including disability/vets