64 Technology jobs in Kentwood

Provides administrative and technical support for Business Applications and supporting technologies.

• Support and maintain the technical infrastructure of the organization's mission-critical applications.
• Understand the technical capabilities of the applications and supporting framework.
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand business priorities and support the configuration of software to enable supporting processes.
• Manage and maintain key data elements for the effective use of applications in a secure and highly available architecture.
• Participate and contribute to internal Change Management process.
• Work with cross-functional departments to develop optimal architecture and deployment strategies.
• Educate and communicate with end users to successfully utilize and adopt existing and new technology.
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand system requirements and determine capabilities and/or new functionality.
• Manage various projects related to the assigned functional area within allotted timeline and budget.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Customer focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Systems administration - Plans and coordinates the installation, testing, operation, and maintenance of hardware and software systems.
• Fosters teamwork Builds effective partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Action oriented Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Situational flexibility - Demonstrates the flexibility to adapt to changing environments. Adjusts approach to adapt to shifting demands.
• Operate effectively in high stress situations with minimal supervision.
• Complying with all company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.
• Maintaining high level of honesty, integrity and confidentiality with respect to company matters.

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 3-5 years' experience working in an IT role.
• Knowledge and experience with the organization's key software platforms.
• Must be willing to respond to support calls during nonstandard hours.
• Knowledge and experience with networking fundamentals.

• Experience managing vendor relationships.
• Knowledge of Cisco Networking
• Knowledge of Cisco ISE
• Knowledge of Palo Alto Firewalls and Prisma
• Knowledge of Frotigate Firewalls

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• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, information technology, network engineering, or related field.
• Experience as a systems and network administrator.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, security protocols and infrastructure.
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to form positive working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to function well in a quickly changing environment.
• K-12 experience strongly desired.
• Experience with enterprise IT tools such as scripting, RDP and systems management.
• Additional technological certifications, knowledge of, or experiences preferred (examples below):
  - Microsoft Active Directory, Phone IP systems, VMware systems, Network devices, Firewall operations, Apple hardware and MDM management, Google Workspace for Education, wireless network management, DHCP, DNS, IP subnetting, Backup/archiving, TCP/IP and related protocols, Cybersecurity, etc.

• Manage a robust K-12 network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues and optimize network configurations for efficiency.
• Implement and oversee security measures to protect the school's network and data.
• Conduct regular security assessments, identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of network configurations.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the district's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers and wireless access.
• Ensure the security, reliability, and accessibility of all technology systems and data, prioritizing student safety and privacy.
• Participate in building, managing and maintaining a virtual infrastructure, including the deployment and administration of Windows and Linux virtual machines.
• Administer servers using PowerShell scripting.
• Oversee domain management, including integration with Google Workspace and other systems.
• Oversee data backup and disaster recovery plans.
• Monitor server performance.
• Participate in the management of organizational and district licensing, certificates and domain renewals.
• Make purchasing recommendations for data center equipment, including network, storage and other critical infrastructure.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Reports to/evaluated by the Director of Information Technology
• 260 days per year
• Full benefit package (health, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability coverage)
• 20 vacation days/year, 9 paid holidays,
• Salary Range $72,100 - $84,975, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Reaching : Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Lifting : Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.
• Grasping : Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Talking : Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken work; those activities where detailed or import spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Hearing : Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound.
• Repetitive motions : Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• The worker is subject to environmental conditions.
• The worker should provide consistent and reliable attendance.

We are seeking a customer-focused and hands-on IT Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing projects, performing installations, and leading a team of IT professionals. This role requires a balance of technical expertise and leadership skills to ensure the smooth operation and advancement of our IT infrastructure. This position is located on-site in Holland, MI.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Customer Service: Ensure exceptional customer service by promptly addressing and resolving technical issues, providing clear and effective communication, and maintaining a customer-centric approach in all interactions.
• Team Management: Supervise and mentor a small team of IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Troubleshooting: Address and resolve technical issues promptly, providing support to team members and end-users as needed.
• System Maintenance: Ensure the ongoing maintenance and optimization of IT systems, including servers, networks, security systems, and applications.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of IT processes, configurations, and project progress.
• Stakeholder Communication: Consult with internal stakeholders to understand IT needs and deliver solutions that align with business objectives.
• Project Management: Lead and oversee IT projects of various complexities from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and quality standards.
• Installations: Perform hardware and software installations, configurations, and upgrades, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Technology Planning: Develop and maintain a technology roadmap, which aligns with company objectives, with monitoring to ensure technology initiatives support business needs.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; or similar experience.
• Proven experience as an IT Manager, or similar role, with hands-on project leadership and installation expertise.
• Strong technical skills in hardware and software installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficient problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or similar.
• Experience with cloud services and virtualization technologies.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices.

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Position Overview: The Director of Information Technology (IT) at The Atonne Group will oversee the IT operations for the parent company and its 13 businesses, totaling approximately 1000 employees. This role is pivotal in ensuring the effective management and strategic direction of IT resources, systems, and infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Plan Serve as the executive leader of the division, setting vision, direction and long-term strategy aligned with corporate objectives. Create and implement continuous business plan for IT. IT Supervision and Management: Lead and manage a team of IT professionals. Hire, train, supervise, assign tasks, and evaluate performance. Develop and implement IT policies and procedures. Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration and innovation. Mentor and develop staff, fostering long-term career growth and knowledge transfer. High-Level IT Areas: Manage Operations: Network, on-premises, cloud (Microsoft 365). Applications: Oversee in-house developed, licensed software, and software as a service. Ensure IT architecture supports both current operational needs and future business scalability. Communication and Collaboration: Communicate and collaborate on business and IT strategies with The Atonne Group Board. Provide clear verbal and written communication to supervisors, employees, clients, peers, committees, and boards. Develop and manage the division’s P&L, budget and capital investments with a focus on ROI and cost efficiency Evaluate and oversee major contracts, vendor negotiations and technology investments. Report regularly on performance metrics and KPIs to the CEO/Executive Board. Project Management: Oversee and lead IT projects from initiation to completion, including system and application implementations, migrations, and upgrades. Utilize project management applications and methodologies. Applications Management: Oversee selection, implementation and management of business-critical applications (ERP, CRM, etc.). Understand business functions and client needs. Manage data normalization and configuration. Oversee all Licensed software run on company systems. Cybersecurity Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect data and systems from cyber threats. Know business compliance regulations and ensuring compliance. Ensure regulatory compliance, data privacy and security policies are adhered to. Qualifications: Must have excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills. Experience: 10 to 15 years of IT management experience. Proven track record in IT supervision, cybersecurity, project management, and applications management. Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred but not required). Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Information Technology Industries Business Content Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at A Hiring Company by 2x Get notified about new Director of Information Technology jobs in Wyoming, MI . IT Director - Supply Chain Architecture & O2C Applications Associate Director, Global Business Svcs Tech Enablement Strategy Associate Director, iPaaS Platform Delivery Grand Rapids, MI $63,000 - $90,000 3 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Maximus is a global organisation that specialises in providing health and employment services to millions of people every year. Here in the UK we employ around 5,000 people across the country to deliver services that have a profound impact on people's lives. From assessments and health services to employability programmes and specialist support, we do work that matters with people who care.

Role Summary

Accountable for the design, planning and cost estimation of technical solutions for Maximus' propositions and bids, working alongside sales leads and business architects so that our offers are differentiated, innovative, deliverable and profitable. They will create and develop technology architectures that help to deliver winning bids and align with Maximus' global technology strategy. They will simply and clearly articulate technology solutions, how these will realise the required business capabilities, and provide business value to the client and end user.

Salary Banding:

Non-London £75,000 - £0,000

London 3,000 - 8,000

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Conduct Capability Modelling analysis for bids and new business strategies: Lead workshops with the business, Vendors and Technology stakeholders to develop capability models that map out the organisation's current and desired capabilities, identifying areas for technology-enabled transformation. Map fit against existing global enterprise capabilities and solutions and identify where new capabilities or solutions are required. Use of architecture frameworks such as ArchiMate.

Technology Bid Response Development : Engage early in the bid capture process and work closely with the Business Development team and wider technology team to develop differentiating technology solutions for bid responses. Ensuring re-using existing technologies whenever possible but also appropriate new technologies, that are innovative, cost-effective, deliverable at pace aligned with client needs, Maximus' capabilities and adhere to Maximus architectural standards. Documenting and presenting these technology solutions to stakeholders as part of Architecture and Portfolio governance processes, and within bids so that these are clearly understood and articulates the value and impact on the service solution.

Innovation: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to advise on potential impacts and benefits to current and future bids in the pipeline. Lead demonstrations and proof of concepts to build client confidence during the sales cycle.

Design Reusable Architecture Patterns and adhere to Governance Frameworks: Develop flexible, reusable and scalable enterprise-wide architecture patterns that integrate business processes, information flows, and technology infrastructure, supporting the organization's strategic objectives. Adhere to architecture principles, standards, and governance processes to ensure consistency, compliance, and the minimization of IT risks across Maximus.

Drive Technology Selection Process for Bids : work with the Technology practice to evaluate and select technology solutions for Bids ensuring they align with the enterprise architecture strategy and meet the organisations needs for re-usability, scalability, security, data privacy and cost effectiveness.

Contribute to Maximus Technology Roadmap : Input to technology roadmaps that align with the Maximus long-term business objectives, to help identify key technology investments required to support these goals.

Support client-facing technology and architecture dialogue and presentations, as a member of the bid team.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Degree level or equivalent in Information Technology or Computer Science OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job

• >3 yrs experience of architecting technology solutions in BPO sales contexts especially in Government, Local Government, Health, at deal values >£25m CV

• UK public sector sales lifecycle experience - reviewing client specifications and contract schedules, creating coherent and differentiated bid responses, running internal technical workstreams, leading formal client dialogue sessions, managing supporting technology partners

• Technology Experience: Extensive and demonstrable experience in all aspects of technology particularly in SaaS models, Cloud technologies. A significant portion of that time spent in architecture roles and delivering Solutions for in a BPO environment

• Architecture Design and Development: Hands-on experience in designing and developing architecture and capability models that integrate business processes, information, and technology in innovative ways. This includes experience with various architecture frameworks and tools e.g. ArchiMate, TOGAF

• Technology Evaluation and Selection for Bids: A track record of successfully evaluating and selecting fit for purpose technology solutions that support Bid requirements and that align with the enterprise architecture strategy

• Innovation and Emerging Technologies: A history of identifying and assessing emerging technologies for potential adoption to drive innovation and competitive advantage into Bid proposals

Individual Competencies

• Ability to work independently to objectives without close supervision and manage multiple high priority pieces of work in parallel

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to public sector clients at all levels of our organisation. Be able to articulate the value technologies can bring in a clear and understandable manner to both technical and non-technical audiences to contribute to bids by writing high quality method statements

• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities to evaluate complex information from various sources, identify relationships and patterns, and make informed decisions based on thorough analysis

• Problem-Solving: Proficiency in identifying problems, analysing root causes, and developing effective solutions that address underlying issues and align with the organization's strategic objectives

• Collaboration and Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with and influence business leaders, IT teams, and external partners. This includes fostering a collaborative environment and building consensus among stakeholders with diverse perspectives

• Innovation and Creativity: Capacity to think creatively and identify innovative solutions that leverage technology to address business challenges, improve efficiency, and drive competitive advantage

• Ethical Judgment and Integrity: Demonstrating ethical standards and integrity in all actions and decisions. This includes a commitment to data privacy, security, ethical AI and compliance with relevant laws and regulations when designing solutions for Bids.

Desirable

• Amazon Web Services certifications and experience, including Amazon Connect and Bedrock.

• Agile architecture and development methodology experience - the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

Proof of value, prototyping and proof of concept experience to validate business cases for change.

Travel Requirements

As required by bids

EEO Statement

Maximus is committed to developing, maintaining and supporting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the recruitment process. We know that feeling included has a dramatic impact on personal well-being and are working to ensure tha t no job applicant receives less favourable treatment due to any personal characteristic. Advertisements for posts will include sufficiently clear and accurate information to enable potential applicants to assess their own suitability for the post.

We are a Disability Confident Leader, thanks to our commitment to the recruitment, retention and career development of people with disabilities and long-term conditions. The Disability Confident scheme includes a guaranteed interview for any applicant with a disability who meets the minimum requirements for a job. When you complete your job application you will find a question asking you if you would like to apply under the Disability Confident Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you feel that you have a disability and apply under this scheme, providing that you meet the essential criteria for the job, you will then be invited for an interview. YourGuaranteed Interview application will only be shared with the hiring manager and the local resourcing team. Where reasonable, Maximus will review and consider adjustments for those applicants who express a requirement for them during the recruitment process.

Minimum Salary

£

75,000.00

Maximum Sa ry

88,000.00