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Zwift

Director, IT

Long Beach, CA · On-site +1

Location: Remote- Eligible US Locations About the role and about You: Zwift is a lean, global ... You are an energetic, meticulous, experienced IT leader. You rose to your leadership position by ...

Gursey

IT Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

Remote/Hybrid Description of Role: Gursey Schneider LLP is seeking an experienced IT Director to lead the firm's technology operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity, service delivery, and IT team. ...

Xantrion

IT Support Engineer (Remote - Fresno)

Fresno, CA · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

Xantrion is hiring a fully remote IT Support Engineer. If you're looking to learn from a winning team that takes a people-first approach and receive outstanding benefits that support your family, we ...

Zwift

Director, IT

Long Beach, CA · On-site +1

Location: Remote- Eligible US Locations About the role and about You: Zwift is a lean, global ... You are an energetic, meticulous, experienced IT leader. You rose to your leadership position by ...

Greystone Technology

$75K - $90K/yr

... IT projects while exceeding customer expectations ... This is a remote position within the United States, working Mountain Standard Time (MST) hours.

Tech Solutions LA Inc.

IT Support Technician L1

Lakewood, CA · Remote

$22.75 - $31.25/hr

This is a part-time, primarily remote position with occasional onsite field work at client ... Proven experience in IT support within a helpdesk or MSP environment * Working knowledge of Windows ...

Equity Smart Home Loans

IT Manager

South Pasadena, CA · On-site +1

$102K - $125K/yr

IT Manager About Us Equity Smart Home Loans (ESHL) is a technology-driven mortgage brokerage and ... Experience managing remote technical or support teams. * PMP certification or equivalent project ...

Revel Staffing

IT Support Supervisor

San Diego, CA · Remote

$85K - $115K/hr

We are seeking an experienced IT Support Supervisor to lead a remote team responsible for IT training, healthcare application support, system readiness, and end-user success. This is a hands-on ...

Revel Staffing

IT Support Supervisor

Sacramento, CA · Remote

$85K - $115K/hr

We are seeking an experienced IT Support Supervisor to lead a remote team responsible for IT training, healthcare application support, system readiness, and end-user success. This is a hands-on ...

Definitive Networks, Inc.

IT Technician

Pleasanton, CA · On-site +1

$75K - $90K/yr

Join our talented team and take part in exciting projects, troubleshooting, and providing outstanding IT solutions! In this role, you will be responsible for providing remote and hands-on technical ...

CopilotIQ

Senior Manager, IT

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$154K - $154K/yr

As the leader of all IT operations at CopilotIQ+Biofourmis, you will ensure that our remote team has seamless access to the technology they need to deliver exceptional healthcare solutions. Operating ...

Treeline

Client IT Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$75K - $90K/yr

This is hands-on client IT engineering, not a remote-only help desk. Candidates must be based in the San Francisco Bay Area at the time of hire. Relocation is not supported for this role. What You ...

Treeline

Client IT Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$75K - $90K/yr

This is hands-on client IT engineering, not a remote-only help desk. Candidates must be based in the San Francisco Bay Area at the time of hire. Relocation is not supported for this role. What You ...

Treeline

Client IT Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$70K - $85K/yr

This is hands-on client IT engineering, not a remote-only help desk. Candidates must be based in the LA metro area at the time of hire. Relocation is not supported for this role. What You Will Do

Treeline

Client IT Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$70K - $85K/yr

This is hands-on client IT engineering, not a remote-only help desk. Candidates must be based in the Portland metro area at the time of hire. Relocation is not supported for this role. What You Will ...

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JDA

Sr. Director, Finance -IT

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

US Remote Dallas and Scottsdale preferred Overview: The Senior Director, Finance IT is a senior technology leadership role accountable for the strategy, transformation, delivery, and operations of ...

JDA

Sr. Director, Finance -IT

Palo Alto, CA · On-site +1

US Remote Dallas and Scottsdale preferred Overview: The Senior Director, Finance IT is a senior technology leadership role accountable for the strategy, transformation, delivery, and operations of ...

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What is a Remote IT Tech?

A Remote IT Tech, or Remote Information Technology Technician, is a professional who provides technical support and troubleshooting services to clients or organizations from a remote location. They handle issues such as software installation, hardware troubleshooting, network connectivity, and cybersecurity concerns using remote access tools. This role allows companies to resolve technical problems quickly without needing on-site visits, making IT support more efficient and accessible. Remote IT Techs often communicate with users via phone, email, or chat to diagnose and resolve technical problems.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote IT tech?

To thrive as a Remote IT Tech, you need strong problem-solving abilities, a solid understanding of networking, hardware, and software troubleshooting, and typically an associate degree or relevant certifications like CompTIA A+ or Network+. Familiarity with remote support tools, ticketing systems, and VPNs is often required for efficient issue resolution. Excellent communication skills, patience, and the ability to work independently help set top performers apart in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for providing timely, effective tech support and maintaining productivity in a remote work environment.

What are some common challenges faced by remote IT techs, and how can they be addressed?

Remote IT Techs often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting issues without physical access to devices, managing communication across different time zones, and maintaining security for remote connections. To address these, it's important to become proficient with remote desktop tools, establish clear communication channels with users and team members, and stay updated on cybersecurity best practices. Building strong documentation habits and fostering a proactive support approach also help ensure smooth operations and effective problem-solving in a remote environment.

What is the difference between Remote It Tech vs Network Support Specialist?

AspectRemote It TechNetwork Support Specialist
CertificationsCompTIA A+, Network+, Cisco CCNA (optional)CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA, or similar
Work EnvironmentRemote, home office setupPrimarily on-site or hybrid, some remote options
Industry UsageIT services, tech support, help deskNetwork infrastructure, enterprise support
Job FocusGeneral IT support, troubleshooting, hardware/softwareNetwork configuration, troubleshooting, security

Remote It Tech and Network Support Specialist roles share certifications and industry usage but differ mainly in focus. Remote It Techs handle broad IT support remotely, while Network Support Specialists focus specifically on network infrastructure, often on-site. Both roles are essential in IT, but their daily tasks and environments vary.

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Infographic showing various Remote It Tech job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 10% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Director, IT

Long Beach, CA • On-site, Remote

Zwift
51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Location: Remote- Eligible US Locations

About the role and about You:

Zwift is a lean, global operation with about 300 people spread across four continents, most people working remotely. It is a cloud-first company, with hundreds of SaaS applications to manage, along with offices in California, Brazil, and the UK. IT plays a critical role in supporting the mission of the company and protecting the company's systems, data, staff and employees. You are an energetic, meticulous, experienced IT leader. You rose to your leadership position by first becoming a master of your craft technically. You will be managing a team of five professionals. You can mentor, recruit, provide oversight and roll up your sleeves and get involved technically when you need to.

 What you'll do:

  • Define IT strategy in collaboration with company leadership
  • Manage a small, remote team
  • Manage contractors as needed
  • Be responsible for managing and operating all corporate IT assets
  • Manage IT Help Desk
  • Participate in PCI DSS compliance effort
  • Partner with InfoSec to secure Zwift's corporate IT assets
  • Manage IT budget in collaboration with with Director of Procurement

 What we're looking for: 

  • Experience supporting a remote workforce in a cloud-first environment
  • Experience managing small remote teams and help desks
  • At least 8 years of experience in IT, with 3-5 years in formal leadership roles
  • Experience administering and operating:
    • Ticketing systems
    • Identity Providers
    • Inventory management systems
    • Google Workspace
    • Mobile Device Management solutions
    • Endpoint Detection and Response solutions
    • Windows Domains
    • Windows, MacOS, and Linux workstations and servers
    • Office Networks
  • Experience with running Patch Management programs
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams, budgets and vendors

 Bonus points: 

  • Experience with PCI DSS compliance
  • AWS experience

If Zwift determines in any stage of our interviews that any AI tools are being used without disclosure or citation, your candidacy will be disqualified.

For All US Based Full-Time Positions:

The base salary for this position ranges between 122,500.00 - 195,000.00 USD. The base salary will be based on a number of factors including the role offered, the individual's job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, Zwift is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for all eligible employees which also includes performance bonuses, equity, and a full range of medical, financial, and other perks and benefits. 

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