We are seeking a seasoned Senior IT Professional to join our team on a part-time basis (1-2 days/week). This role is ideal for an experienced IT leader who thrives in a hands-on technical environment while also providing strategic oversight and mentorship. You’ll support and enhance our IT infrastructure, guide technology initiatives, and ensure systems meet evolving business needs.
This role may be performed remotely or in a hybrid capacity from either our Salt Lake City, UT office or our Sidney, OH office.
Essential Duties:
Provide expert-level support for infrastructure, network, and systems administration (e.g. Windows, cloud environments) to ensure compliance, availability, and performance.
Lead or advise on IT strategy, architecture decisions, and digital transformation efforts.
Oversee or support cybersecurity measures, compliance, and risk management.
Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to implement technological solutions.
Mentor IT staff and contribute to knowledge transfer and training.
Monitor systems performance, recommend upgrades, and troubleshoot complex issues.
Continuously identify needs and vulnerabilities in IT space and implement solutions to mitigate risks.
Assist with IT budgeting, vendor negotiations, and lifecycle planning.
Qualifications:
Essential Qualifications:
15+ years in IT roles with progressive responsibility.
Proven experience in systems administration, cloud platforms (e.g., Azure), and enterprise-level IT operations.
Strong understanding of IT security frameworks and risk management practices.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a flexible schedule.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certifications such as CISSP or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator.
Previous experience in startups, SMBs, or consulting environments.
Merrimak Capital is a nationally certified woman-owned business and the leading independent leasing and asset resale company serving over 25% of the Fortune 500 and privately held companies. Our dedicated team of professionals is here to bring the best experience providing personalized assistance. We are collaborative, hardworking, and creative people that want to make a difference in the lives of our clients. We pride ourselves on creating innovative lease structures that help our customers grow their businesses. We believe that our customers are the foundation of our successful business, and we enable every employee to have a positive impact on our customer experience. We are agile and move quickly to bring innovation to the market. If you want to be a part of a fun, dynamic, and growth-centered team dedicated to shaping the future, then join us. We look forward to learning more about you and how you might be a good fit for the Merrimak team.