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IT Manager/Director

Company: Robert Half
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description A confidential public-sector client in the Sacramento area is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead technology operations supporting a 24/7 environment. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational oversight and is ideal for an IT leader who values people-first leadership, operational excellence, and the delivery of secure, highly available, and resilient technology services. The position is hybrid , working a few days per week in the Sacramento office, and offers an outstanding benefits package including a company car with employer paid gas card , excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage for the entire family (majority employer-paid) , and employer-paid CalPERS pension benefits . What You’ll Do Lead and oversee enterprise IT operations in a 24/7 mission-critical environment Supervise system operations to meet milestones, deliverables, and performance standards Lead IT teams across infrastructure, networking, desktop support, telephony, security, servers, and applications Oversee system design, implementation, testing, maintenance, and modernization initiatives Lead new project analysis and implementation, ensuring smooth transition to operations with proper documentation Develop and implement workflow and process improvements, including documentation, monitoring, and reporting Investigate and resolve system issues, driving continuous improvement and system reliability Manage IT budgets, vendors, contracts, and service providers Provide regular updates and status reports to executive leadership Balance long-term technology planning with day-to-day operational leadership 8–10 years of progressively responsible experience supporting enterprise networks and systems 5–6 years of IT leadership or management experience Strong knowledge of IT governance, budgeting, project management, and cybersecurity Hands-on experience with Windows environments, Active Directory, and enterprise networking Strong understanding of LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, and network infrastructure Proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems and lead teams through issue resolution Experience managing vendors, contracts, and competing priorities Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Experience in public-sector, public-safety, or other high-availability environments strongly preferred Relevant certifications (Microsoft, Azure, systems, or cloud) are a plus If interested in the IT Manager role, please apply today!

Keywords: Robert Half, Sunnyvale , IT Manager/Director, IT / Software / Systems , Sacramento, California


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