It Manager Project Manager Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

Are you an IT professional looking for a career with a team of awesome colleagues, adaptive mindset and being a partner in prevention?   Look no further!  We are looking for a talented and driven IT Manager to lead our technology operations and champion AI-driven modernization.   Bring us your passion for this high-impact and growth-oriented role.  

✅ Four weeks of vacation

✅ Unlimited sick leave

✅ 15+ Paid Holidays a year

✅ 401(k) retirement plan with 5% match

✅ Excellent medical benefits

✅ Supportive team culture with opportunities for growth

✅ Monthly Birthday and Anniversary celebrations

Position Summary

We are a nonprofit association of approximately 35 employees seeking a talented and driven IT Manager to lead our technology operations. This is a high-impact, growth-oriented role for a seasoned IT professional who is ready to take full ownership of our technology environment, champion AI-driven modernization, and serve as a strategic partner to organizational leadership.

Position Details

Reports To: Vice President, Finance and IT

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Work Arrangement: On Site

Salary Range: $75,000 - $110,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure & Operations

• Ensure system uptime, security, and performance across all platforms and end-user devices
• Serve as the primary escalation point for internal helpdesk and technical support needs

Cybersecurity

• Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and controls
• Monitor for threats and vulnerabilities; lead incident response as needed
• Ensure compliance with data privacy and security best practices relevant to nonprofit operations

AI & Digital Innovation

• Lead the organization's AI initiatives, identifying and implementing tools that improve operational efficiency
• Evaluate emerging technologies and provide strategic recommendations to leadership
• Champion digital transformation efforts and build staff technology literacy

Website & Digital Tools

• Ensure that the company's website and digital tools are secure, highly available, optimized for performance, and seamlessly integrated with other core business systems
• Manage integrations between CRM, AMS, LMS, and other member-facing platforms

Data & Database Management

• Manage organizational databases and ensure data integrity, accessibility, and security
• Support reporting and analytics needs across departments

Vendor & Contract Management

• Manage relationships with outsourced MSP and other technology service providers, consultants, and vendors.
• Negotiate and oversee software licenses, SLAs, and IT-related contracts

Budget Management

• Develop, manage, and report on the annual IT budget
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising capability or security
• Build business cases for technology investments and present to leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate closely with staff across all departments to understand technology needs and deliver effective solutions
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on technology strategy
  

Qualifications

Required

• 5–7 years of progressive IT experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management capacity
• Experience leading or managing AI adoption and implementation initiatives
• Proven track record in cybersecurity planning and implementation
• Experience managing IT budgets and vendor relationships
• Familiarity with CRM and database management systems
• Strong project management skills; experience with tools such as Asana, Monday.com, or similar
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, service-oriented mindset

Preferred

• Experience working in a nonprofit, association, or mission-driven organization
• Familiarity with Association Management Software netForum (AMS) and Learning Management Systems Docebo (LMS)
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified, PMP, or similar)

Why Join Us

• Be a key leader in a collaborative, mission-driven organization
• Take ownership of meaningful technology projects with real organizational impact
• Competitive salary and hybrid work flexibility
• Opportunity to shape the organization's technology strategy from the ground up

        We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.