IT Manager (Contract)

Position Overview

FutureSoft Consulting Inc. is seeking an experienced IT Manager to support enterprise-level governance, compliance, and project intake oversight. This role is responsible for ensuring that all technology initiatives comply with internal governance frameworks, security standards, and regulatory requirements.

The IT Manager will collaborate with internal committees, technical teams, and business stakeholders to review, prioritize, and approve project requests while maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring consistent process flow.

The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills, along with proven experience in IT governance, risk, and compliance environments.

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Key Responsibilities

< data-start="1210" data-end="1242">Governance & Compliance

• Develop, review, and maintain IT policies, procedures, and governance documentation

• Ensure compliance with regulatory, cybersecurity, and enterprise standards

• Support governance committees by preparing meeting materials, recording minutes, and tracking action items

• Collect, analyze, and report IT quality and compliance metrics

• Prepare clear written summaries, reports, and policy documentation

• Facilitate training and communication related to IT policies and compliance requirements

• Document and escalate suspected policy violations in accordance with established procedures

• Support audit and compliance documentation requirements

• Maintain organized filing systems, databases, and regulatory records

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< data-start="1988" data-end="2020">Project Intake & Review

• Review project submissions for completeness, feasibility, and strategic alignment

• Assess customer requirements and technical needs

• Collaborate with enterprise architects and technical leads to validate solutions

• Prepare projects for governance board or steering committee review

• Support documentation of funding justifications, risk assessments, and compliance requirements

• Evaluate integration and enterprise architecture impacts

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< data-start="2483" data-end="2514">Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve intake, review, and evaluation processes

• Develop guidelines, templates, and training materials for business users

• Draft new policies, procedures, and governance standards

• Support process optimization and quality improvement initiatives

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< data-start="2808" data-end="2857">Stakeholder Communication & Facilitation

• Facilitate meetings to refine project scope and requirements

• Serve as liaison between business units and IT teams

• Communicate timelines, decisions, and expectations to stakeholders

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, cybersecurity, and operations teams

• Build and maintain strong working relationships across departments

• Provide regular updates to leadership regarding project status and requirements

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Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in Information Technology, Business Administration, Operations Management, Communications, or related field

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in IT governance, risk, and compliance (GRC)

• Strong understanding of IT governance frameworks and SDLC methodologies

• Knowledge of cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory standards

• Proven ability to analyze documentation for compliance and regulatory alignment

• Strong research, analytical, and critical-thinking skills

• Experience coordinating across multiple teams and departments

• Excellent organizational, time management, and attention to detail skills

• Ability to manage priorities independently with minimal supervision

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated leadership and collaboration abilities

• Ability to secure and manage sensitive records and documentation

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience negotiating contracts

• Project management experience

• Experience leading cross-functional teams

• Familiarity with public sector or regulated environments

• Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST, HITRUST, and NDAA

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities

• Experience designing and executing compliance programs

• Strong problem-solving and follow-up skills

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Professional Attributes

• Results-driven and detail-oriented

• Strong customer service mindset

• Passion for continuous improvement

• Ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical audiences

• Commitment to quality, compliance, and operational excellence

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Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule (1–2 days onsite weekly)

• Collaborative and compliance-focused environment

• Interaction with technical, business, and leadership teams