Lead IT Operations and Security as Our Hands-On Manager

We’re looking for a hands-on IT Operations Manager to build out and manage our internal IT infrastructure, day-to-day operations, and security initiatives. In this role, you’ll manage the technology that powers our business, keeping it efficient, secure, and in alignment with our goals. This position combines day-to-day operations and strategic planning with practical leadership, emphasizing IT performance and cybersecurity. You’ll get to work alongside our fantastic sys admin, making a great team to drive our IT operations forward.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and implement Promon's internal IT and cybersecurity strategies to align with business goals and ensure protection against threats.
• Directly oversee IT infrastructure, including cloud platforms, networks, and business applications, to maintain stability, scalability, and peak performance.
• Handle vendor relationships and closely manage IT and security budgets to ensure solutions are both cost-effective and scalable.
• Lead incident response efforts and coordinate disaster recovery plans, conducting regular risk assessments within the ISMS framework.
• Track and manage IT inventory and assets, optimizing their usage, coordinating maintenance, and ensuring secure disposal.
• Work closely with various departments to support and lead projects, such as streamlining procurement processes and helping to establish AI guidelines.

Preferred Skills and Experiences:

• The ideal candidate must have prior experience in establishing, building and leading internal IT infrastructure, with demonstrated success in creating scalable, secure systems that effectively align with business objectives.
• Solid experience in IT management, with at least a few years in an information security role.
• Experience leading and inspiring teams, formally or informally.
• Deep understanding of IT infrastructure (cloud, network, servers) as well as cybersecurity best practices.
• Strong knowledge of security regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Working understanding of AI, with knowledge of its applications, ethical considerations, and how it can be leveraged to improve IT infrastructure and operational efficiency.
• Experience managing incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.
• Skilled in vendor management, budget control, and contract negotiation for IT and security solutions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

You'll also be a great match if this sounds like you:

You are proactive, service-driven and thrive in creating solutions that support our organization. With a knack for creative problem-solving and a collaborative approach, you enjoy tackling complex challenges alongside your team. You’re curious, detail-oriented, and committed to implementing secure, efficient, and scalable technology solutions.

Why you'll thrive as a Promoneer:

📱 At Promon you'll be at the forefront of game-changing technology, contributing to world-leading, future-focused innovations. Your contributions will help shape the future as we relentlessly pursue groundbreaking solutions that redefine industry standards.

📈 Promon is planning on significant growth in the coming years. While we are growing, so will you as we encourage and support your passion, curiosity, and goals!

🛡 You will work with some of the world's best app security experts and mobile security thought leaders.

🌎 Get inspired, chat with our fun and engaging international team - share travel stories, cultural differences, and strange things to eat, while learning more about the world!

🥳 We love to celebrate - whether it's birthdays, team wins, reaching milestones, or the joy of holidays, we embrace the spirit of celebration that brings our team closer together.

💪 We value Trust as the foundation of our relationships, foster Curiosity to drive innovation, infuse Humor into our daily work, and inspire Ambition to achieve excellence in all we do.

Where you'll work:

Our office in Vika, Oslo is a hub for collaboration, featuring inviting communal spaces that encourage interaction and idea sharing. While we provide flexibility, we require a physical presence in our office minimally 3 days a week.

Employment at Promon is contingent upon a satisfactory verification of a general background check, including education and employment verification. Any background verifications will be obtained with written consent from the individual.

Promon is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected class.