Information Technology Manager

ABOUT US Thunder Funding is a trusted factoring company that provides working capital solutions to trucking businesses of all sizes. We’re a dedicated team of professionals who believe in working hard, delivering exceptional service, and having fun along the way. At Thunder, we prioritize a healthy work-life balance because we know that happy, fulfilled team members create the most impact. From engaging team-building activities to memorable out-of-office events, our culture reflects our commitment to both productivity and well-being. We’re proud to have been recognized as a Best Place to Work in San Diego (2018, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026) and in Idaho (2024 and 2025) , a reflection of the supportive, collaborative environment we’ve built. If you’re an experienced technology leader who enjoys staying hands-on, solving complex problems, and building reliable technology operations, we’d love to hear from you. POSITION OVERVIEW Reporting to the Vice President of Technology, the Information Technology Manager leads the day-to-day operation, support, security, and continued development of the Company’s technology environment. This is a hands-on player-coach role responsible for IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud services, endpoints, communications platforms, monitoring, vendors, and end-user support while directly managing assigned IT team members. The position combines technical ownership with team leadership of specific functions within the IT department. Initially, approximately 25-30% of the role will involve hands-on Help Desk and end-user support, including troubleshooting, ticket resolution, onboarding and offboarding, endpoint support, and access management. As the IT team grows and dedicated Help Desk resources are added, the manager will transition the day-to-day support to the Help Desk while continuing to own Help Desk operations, escalations, service quality, and the overall reliability and scalability of technology operations. WHAT YOU’LL DO Own day-to-day IT operations and directly supervise, support, and develop assigned IT team members. Oversee the Help Desk function, including service delivery, ticket management, escalation procedures, service quality, documentation, and continuous improvement; build and develop the function as the IT organization grows. Provide hands-on end-user technical support as needed and serve as an escalation point for complex hardware, software, systems, access, connectivity, and application issues. Manage and support the Company’s cloud and corporate infrastructure, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, Windows Server and MSSQL Server, networking, storage, and related technologies. Oversee the administration, security, and lifecycle management of Windows and macOS endpoints, including device deployment, configuration, patching, monitoring, troubleshooting, and retirement. Administer and oversee Google Workspace, identity and access management, multifactor authentication (MFA), user provisioning, permissions, and related account-management processes. Maintain, evaluate, and continuously improve cybersecurity controls, including endpoint protection, firewalls, access controls, MFA, vulnerability remediation, security monitoring, and incident response. Monitor infrastructure, applications, integrations, and critical business systems for availability, reliability, performance, and security; investigate alerts and coordinate remediation when issues are identified. Support and maintain SaaS applications, APIs, data pipelines, system integrations, and other cloud-based business technologies across the Company’s technology environment. Oversee the Company’s corporate communications and telephony platforms, including Zoom Phone, Zoom Contact Center, Five9, and related technologies. Manage technology vendors and service providers, including vendor relationships, service performance, licensing, contracts, renewals, and coordination of technical services. Oversee hardware procurement and technology lifecycle planning, including equipment standards, purchasing, deployment, replacement, inventory, and retirement. Maintain and improve the Company’s backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity capabilities, including appropriate documentation, testing, and recovery procedures. In partnership with the VP of Technology: Coordinate IT projects and technology initiatives from planning through implementation, including defining requirements, managing priorities, identifying and deploying resources, communicating status, and ultimately ensuring successful delivery. Identify and implement opportunities for automation, modernization, standardization, and process improvement that increase the operational efficiency, system reliability, security, scalability of systems as well as the overall team member technology experience. Establish, maintain, and improve IT policies, procedures, standards, technical documentation, and operational controls necessary to support consistent and reliable technology operations. Maintain and improve the Company’s backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity capabilities, including appropriate documentation, testing, and recovery procedures. Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to understand operational requirements, evaluate technology needs, troubleshoot cross-functional issues, and implement practical solutions. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Required Qualifications Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Five or more years of progressively responsible IT experience with strong hands-on technical skills across infrastructure, systems administration, end-user support, and technology operations. Experience supporting and administering cloud and corporate infrastructure, with working knowledge of AWS and/or Microsoft Azure, Windows Server, SQL Server, networking, storage, and firewalls. Strong Windows and macOS endpoint troubleshooting and administration experience, including Google Workspace, endpoint management, RMM/MDM platforms, patch management, identity management, and access technologies. Solid understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals and operational security controls, including MFA, endpoint protection, access controls, vulnerability remediation, patching, security monitoring, and incident response. Experience supporting and troubleshooting SaaS applications, APIs, integrations, data pipelines, and cloud-based business systems, including system monitoring and root-cause analysis. Experience managing technology vendors, IT projects, operational responsibilities, and competing priorities in a dynamic technology environment. Previous leadership, supervisory, or team-lead experience, preferably overseeing IT support, systems, infrastructure, or operations while remaining an active hands-on technical contributor. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong ownership and follow-through, and a service-oriented approach. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and relevant industry certifications. Hands-on knowledge of both AWS and Microsoft Azure, including cloud infrastructure administration, monitoring, and troubleshooting. Familiarity with cybersecurity and monitoring platforms such as CrowdStrike and Grafana. Exposure to business applications and development platforms such as Salesforce and Retool. Working knowledge of Azure Data Factory, APIs, data pipelines, system integrations, and automation tools. Familiarity with Zoom Contact Center, Five9, and other corporate communications or contact center technologies. Experience administering MDM/RMM platforms for endpoint management, monitoring, patching, and support. THE RIGHT FIT You’ll probably enjoy this role if you like working closely with technology rather than managing it from a distance. On a given day, you might help a team member resolve a technical issue, investigate an infrastructure alert, address a cybersecurity concern, manage a vendor, troubleshoot an integration, coach an IT team member, or lead a larger technology initiative. We’re looking for someone who takes ownership, communicates clearly, stays effective when priorities compete, and is comfortable being both a manager and an active technical contributor. You’ll be a strong fit if you enjoy building people and processes while still being willing to roll up your sleeves, troubleshoot problems, and help drive issues through resolution. WORK ARRANGEMENT AND SCHEDULE This position is based in Carlsbad, California , and follows a hybrid schedule of two days onsite and three days remote . Availability to work evenings and weekends may be required based on operational needs, incidents, projects, or other business requirements. Regular Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM PAY RANGE Base salary ranges from $100,000 to $135,000 annually, depending on experience. Please note that the base pay range shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a SIMPLE IRA Plan with company match, employer-paid EAP, Life & AD&D, LTD, and STD (subject to eligibility requirements). WHY THUNDER FUNDING? This is more than a traditional IT management role. You’ll have the opportunity to shape and strengthen a growing technology environment while remaining directly connected to the systems, people, and business operations you support. You’ll work across cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, endpoints, business applications, integrations, communications platforms, automation, vendors, and IT operations while helping develop the team and improve how technology supports the business. READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT? If you’re ready to lead, stay hands-on, and help build secure, reliable, and scalable technology operations at Thunder Funding, apply today!