Overview
On Site
USD 40.00 - 45.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
Reporting
Strategic Leadership
Mentorship
IT Infrastructure
Network
LAN
DMZ
Routers
Switches
Wireless Communication
IaaS
Auditing
Penetration Testing
Management
Emerging Technologies
Disaster Recovery
Backup
Budget
Computer Science
Information Systems
IT Management
Microsoft Windows
Linux
Servers
Microsoft
Cloud Computing
Microsoft Azure
Web Applications
WAN
Firewall
Computer Networking
SMTP
SNMP
DNS
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
NTP
FTP
TCP/IP
NFS
Scripting
Windows PowerShell
Python
Microsoft Office
Domain Management
Leadership
Project Management
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Continuous Improvement
Innovation
Taxes
Life Insurance
SEP
Collaboration
Partnership
Business Transformation
Law
Job Details
About the Role
TEKsystems is seeking a skilled and motivated IT Lead to oversee our IT infrastructure and cloud operations. Reporting to the Director of IT, this role blends strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise. You'll guide a high-performing team, manage complex systems, and help drive innovation across our technology landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Attributes
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Newark,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
TEKsystems is seeking a skilled and motivated IT Lead to oversee our IT infrastructure and cloud operations. Reporting to the Director of IT, this role blends strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise. You'll guide a high-performing team, manage complex systems, and help drive innovation across our technology landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor the IT team, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
- Design, implement, and manage IT infrastructure across on-premises and Azure cloud environments.
- Oversee network systems including LAN, WAN, DMZ, routers, switches, and wireless technologies.
- Ensure secure and efficient operation of Microsoft 365 services (Intune, Azure AD) and domain environments.
- Collaborate with Security, Desktop, and Development teams to build resilient cloud infrastructure.
- Conduct audits, support penetration testing, and manage patching and system updates.
- Monitor system performance and recommend improvements.
- Drive innovation by staying current with emerging technologies.
- Coordinate disaster recovery planning and backup strategies.
- Prepare reports on IT performance, project status, and budget utilization.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred). Equivalent experience may be considered.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years in IT management, including 4+ years with firewalls, Windows/Linux servers, and Microsoft Cloud (Azure, Defender, Sentinel, Endpoint Manager).
- Technical Skills: Azure Cloud Expertise is Required - including Azure Web Apps, VNets, Virtual WAN, Firewalls.
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols (SMTP, SNMP, DNS, NTP, FTP, TCP/IP, NFS).
- Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Python).
- Experience with Microsoft 365 ecosystem and domain management.
Preferred Attributes
- Excellent leadership and project management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Passion for continuous improvement and innovation.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Newark,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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