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IT Manager

Tech Partners, Tulsa, OK, United States


Tech Partners is partneringwith a well-established, multi-office professional services organization to identify an

IT Manager

who can step into a high-impact leadership role and help guide the next phase of their technology evolution.

This position is

on-site in Tulsa, OK , and replaces a long-tenured IT leader. The client is looking for a

business-savvy IT professional —someone who can own the technology environment end to end, drive cybersecurity efforts, and build a forward-looking IT strategy, while still being comfortable rolling up their sleeves when needed.

What This Role Is Really About
This is not a pure keep-the-lights-on IT role. The client wants:

strategic IT leader

who can build and execute a technology roadmap aligned with business goals

hands-on technical expert

who truly understands the Azure / Microsoft 365 stack they're responsible for

internal owner of cybersecurity , not just someone who manages vendors

a leader who can

communicate clearly with executives

and translate IT decisions into business impact

Someone who can

lead, mentor, and elevate a small IT team

while driving accountability and modernization

The environment supports ~250 users across five locations, with a mix of in-office and hybrid employees.

Key Responsibilities

Own overall IT strategy, infrastructure, and day-to-day operations

Build and maintain a technology roadmap aligned to business and risk priorities

Lead and develop a small internal IT team (including Help Desk resources in Tulsa and OKC)

Oversee Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, identity, access, and cloud services

Support hybrid work through VPN and secure remote access

Serve as the internal owner of cybersecurity efforts, including policies, risk management, and incident response

Coordinate with an external cybersecurity partner (including PEN testing and remediation)

Manage vendors across cloud, connectivity, cybersecurity, and telephony (RingCentral)

Explore automation and AI-driven solutions, including AI agents, where they add real business value

What They're Looking For
Must Have:

7+ years of progressive IT experience, including leadership or ownership of an IT environment

Strong hands-on experience with Azure and Microsoft 365

Broad infrastructure, networking, and systems knowledge

Demonstrated cybersecurity ownership (beyond just vendor coordination)

Experience supporting multi-location and hybrid users

Nice to Have:

Experience building or managing AI agents or intelligent automation

Background in professional services, insurance, financial services, or other regulated environments

Relevant technical or security certifications

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

High visibility and influence with executive leadership

Opportunity to modernize and shape IT after a 20+ year tenure transition

Balance of strategic ownership and hands‑on responsibility

Stable organization investing intentionally in technology and security

If you're an IT leader who enjoys

owning the environment, influencing strategy, and being the go‑to technology partner for the business , this is worth a conversation.

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