IT Manager

**Opportunity**:
**Do you thrive in a challenging and dynamic environment? If so, Millennium Insurance is seeking a skilled and motivated IT Manager to join our team**:
**The IT manager is responsible for ensuring the smooth and secure operations of our technology infrastructure. They play a pivotal role in overseeing the technical aspects of our IT systems, including network administration, systems administration and security.**:
**What you will be doing**:

- Design, implement, and maintain the organization's network infrastructure.
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure seamless connectivity.
- Collaborate with team members to optimize network efficiency and implement scalable solutions.
- Manage and maintain servers, operating systems, and related infrastructure.
- Implement and enforce system policies and procedures to ensure data integrity and availability.
- Perform regular system updates, backups, and disaster recovery planning.
- Develop and implement comprehensive security policies and procedures.
- Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
- Respond to security incidents promptly, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of data.
- Lead and oversee various technical projects, ensuring successful implementation.
- Coordinate with other departments to understand their IT needs and align technology solutions accordingly.
- Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging technologies.

**What you bring to the team**:

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in IT management or a similar role, preferably in the insurance or financial services sector.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA, CISSP) are a plus.
- Proficient communication and negotiation skills (verbal, written, presentation) and well-developed relationship and vendor management skills.
- Strategic thinker with a proactive and innovative mindset.
- High level of attention to detail, organization skills and ability to prioritize tasks.

**How you will succeed**:
**In the first year, success hinges on grasping our current IT landscape, developing a strategic technology roadmap aligned with business goals, and implementing targeted optimizations for enhanced network performance and reliability.**:
**How we take care of our Employees**:
**By joining Millennium Insurance, you will belong to a passionate and purpose-driven team. As part of the Wheaton Group Companies, we pride ourselves on being family oriented, socially responsible, and in doing business the right way. Millennium is proud to be Great Place to Work Certified for creating an outstanding employee experience and an amazing workplace culture. Some of the amazing benefits our employees have access to include**:

- Generous Paid Time Off Programs
- Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Fitness center subsidy
- Education Assistance
- Health, Dental and Insured Benefit offerings
- Health and Lifestyle spending account
- Employee discount programs

**About Millennium Insurance**:
**Millennium Insurance is a locally owned and operated property and casualty insurance company based in Sherwood Park, AB. We pride ourselves on offering relevant and competitively priced insurance products, along with industry-leading customer service. Our business lines include personal automobile, personal property, home warranty, commercial property, and commercial liability insurance. Millennium Insurance is part of the Wheaton Group of Companies.**:
**Interested in applying?**:
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