Join a Mission-Driven Company & Make a Real Difference

Economic Impact Catalyst (EIC) is a passionate and growing SaaS company on a mission to empower economic developers with the tools they need to fuel entrepreneurship and create thriving local economies. We offer innovative technology solutions that help communities unlock their full potential and create lasting change.

The Role:

As a Manager of IT Operations, you'll play a crucial role in leading our IT operations, ensuring the seamless integration of our PHP-based applications, AWS infrastructure, and cybersecurity measures. This role offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your technical expertise while driving innovation and making a real impact on the economic development landscape.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Oversee the development, deployment, and maintenance of our PHP-based applications, ensuring adherence to best practices and industry standards.
• Manage and optimize our AWS cloud infrastructure, including EC2 instances, S3 buckets, RDS databases, and other AWS services, ensuring scalability, performance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies, policies, and procedures to protect our systems, data, and assets from potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct regular security audits, risk assessments, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and provide strategic guidance on implementing technological solutions that align with organizational goals.
• Manage IT budgets, resource allocations, and vendor relationships, ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies, trends, and best practices in PHP development, AWS services, and cybersecurity, and provide guidance to the team on adopting and implementing new technologies and processes.

You're a Perfect Fit If You Have:

• 5-7 years of experience in PHP development, with a deep understanding of object-oriented programming, web application frameworks (e.g., Laravel, CodeIgniter), and database management systems.
• 5-7 years of experience with AWS cloud services, including EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, and other related services.
• 1-3 years of experience in cybersecurity practices, including risk assessment, incident response, and security compliance (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Strong knowledge of security protocols, encryption techniques, and network security best practices.
• Proven leadership and project management skills, with the ability to manage and mentor IT teams effectively.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in PHP, AWS, or cybersecurity (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, CISSP) are highly desirable.

Bonus Points for:

• Experience working in the economic development industry.
• Understanding of SaaS development lifecycles.
• A data-driven approach to IT management.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the world
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Beautiful office location in sunny Clearwater, FL
• Chance to work with cutting-edge technology

Ready to Join Our Mission?

If you're a passionate Manager of IT Operations with expertise in PHP, AWS, and cybersecurity who wants to use your skills to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply!

This is a full-time, on-site position (Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) in our Clearwater, FL office.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
• Are you an IT Manager or Tech Lead currently employed at a local tech firm in Tampa Bay?
• What if any hands-on coding experience do you have?
• Have you ever led a team before?
• Do you know how to ship code using agile methodologies?
• Have you ever worked with an international technology team?
• What if any project management experience do you have?
• Have you ever worked on a SaaS product before?

Experience:

• AWS: 5 years (Required)
• PHP: 5 years (Required)
• Cybersecurity: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Clearwater, FL 33761 (Required)

Work Location: In person