How to hire a manager, systems and technology

How to hire a manager, systems and technology, step by step

Here's a step-by-step manager, systems and technology hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a manager, systems and technology job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new manager, systems and technology
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your manager, systems and technology job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a manager, systems and technology for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a manager, systems and technology to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a manager, systems and technology that fits the bill.

   Here's a comparison of manager, systems and technology salaries for various roles:

   Type of Manager, Systems And Technology	Description	Hourly rate
   Manager, Systems And Technology	Computer and information systems managers, often called information technology (IT) managers or IT project managers, plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. They help determine the information technology goals of an organization and are responsible for implementing computer systems to meet those goals.	$43-78
   Technical Services Manager	A technical services manager is a professional who supervises and collaborates with staff members and clients to implement maintenance and repairs to the information technology (IT) system. Technical services managers must assist the technical operations performed by programmers and IT support experts to ensure that clients' targets are achievable... Show more	$32-77
   Technical Support Manager	A Technical Support Manager is responsible for supervising the overall technical aspects of an organization to ensure efficient business solutions to support functions and operations. Technical support managers evaluate technical networks and systems, coordinating with the engineering team to identify techniques that would maximize the staff's productivity and enhance operational performance... Show more	$36-71

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Project Management
   • Architecture
   • Technical Support
   • DOD
   • Java
   • Software Development
   • Process Improvement
   • Windows Server
   • ISO
   • POS
   • Desktop
   • Disaster Recovery
   • System Design
   • RF

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   Responsibilities:

   • Achieve SOX compliance by satisfying all network maps, software/hardware requirements.
   • Create UNIX shell scripts to automate system administration processes and tasks.
   • Schedule, execute and manage a company wide ERP conversion project as well as various I.T.
   • Manage division security requests and maintain adherence to SOX compliance requirements.
   • Conduct a risk assessment, and redesign infrastructure to centrally manage firewalls, with improve site-to-site VPN connectivity.
   • Lead development and implementation of security infrastructure for client facing FFOS portfolio management workstation and back end data security requirements.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your manager, systems and technology job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A manager, systems and technology salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, managers, systems and technology' average salary in colorado is 42% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level managers, systems and technology earn 45% less than senior-level managers, systems and technology.
   • Certifications. A manager, systems and technology with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a manager, systems and technology's salary.

   Average manager, systems and technology salary

   $121,942yearly

   $58.63 hourly rate

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   Entry-level manager, systems and technology salary

   $90,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 5, 2025

   Average manager, systems and technology salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$148,703	$71
   2	Washington	$145,388	$70
   3	Arizona	$135,200	$65
   4	New York	$132,790	$64
   5	Connecticut	$123,820	$60
   6	Massachusetts	$122,880	$59
   7	Maryland	$121,380	$58
   8	Rhode Island	$119,127	$57
   9	Texas	$115,838	$56
   10	Utah	$114,105	$55
   11	Missouri	$112,927	$54
   12	Minnesota	$111,584	$54
   13	Georgia	$108,778	$52
   14	North Carolina	$106,586	$51
   15	Illinois	$106,345	$51
   16	New Mexico	$104,725	$50
   17	New Jersey	$102,703	$49
   18	Pennsylvania	$102,425	$49
   19	Florida	$99,106	$48
   20	South Carolina	$94,734	$46

   Average manager, systems and technology salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Google	$162,059	$77.91	419
   2	eBay	$161,121	$77.46	8
   3	Genentech	$151,357	$72.77	19
   4	Starbucks	$144,916	$69.67	5
   5	Corning Incorporated	$139,515	$67.07	30
   6	Accenture	$134,376	$64.60	974
   7	General Electric	$132,704	$63.80	62
   8	Verizon Data Services Inc	$129,761	$62.39
   9	JPMorgan Chase & Co.	$129,308	$62.17	177
   10	Siemens Enterprise Communications Inc	$128,405	$61.73
   11	Computer World	$126,963	$61.04
   12	Motorola Solutions	$126,504	$60.82	40
   13	Ball	$126,127	$60.64
   14	Deloitte	$125,651	$60.41	970
   15	Black & Veatch	$125,248	$60.22	72
   16	FCA US LLC	$122,138	$58.72	11
   17	UofL Hospital	$121,429	$58.38
   18	Morningstar	$121,406	$58.37
   19	Northrop Grumman	$120,436	$57.90	312
   20	Mastercard	$118,815	$57.12	17

4. Writing a manager, systems and technology job description

   A manager, systems and technology job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a manager, systems and technology job description:

   Manager, systems and technology job description example

   About
   
   Bloomingdale's makes fashion personal and fun, aspirational yet approachable. Our mission is to guide and inspire our customers to make style a source of creative energy in their lives. We will always strive to make Bloomingdale's like no other store in the world. Everyone plays a critical role to bring our mission to life. Regardless of position, we believe all colleagues have a voice and access to share their thoughts with every level of leadership. Our colleagues are passionate, driven, entrepreneurial and collaborative. We welcome and embrace diversity of background, thought and opinion while having a lot of fun along the way.
   
   Job Overview
   
   The Manager, Asset Protection Analytics & Technology's responsibilities include development, The administration and maintenance of asset protection systems and databases. This role collaborates with business stakeholders to clarify current operating procedures and communicates program goals. Focuses efforts on needed improvements to system processes, procedures and functionality and implements the approved changes. Creates innovative solutions and enhances, as well as maintains all related functionality in support of the department's systems and applications. Drives innovation by staying current with industry trends and by maintaining strong relationships with business partners and industry peers.
   
   Essential Functions
   
   * Application development and system administration for all Asset Protection (AP) related systems and databases
   * Develop effective reporting and dashboards for AP systems
   * Effectively analyze AP data trends and clearly communicate information to various stakeholders
   * Develop and facilitate training of all AP systems and reporting for Asset Protection end users
   
   Qualifications and Competencies
   
   * Bachelor's degree
   * 3-5 years related experience
   * Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to communicate and share information with diverse groups of customers and peers.
   * Resourceful and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities
   * Resourceful self-starter, works well independently as well as part of a team, and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities
   * Ability to work a flexible schedule with retail hours, including day, evening, weekends, and/or holidays
   
   Physical Requirements
   
   * Position requires prolonged periods of standing/walking around store or department
   * May involve reaching, crouching, kneeling, stooping, color vision and climbing ladders
   * Frequent use of computers and other technology necessary to perform job duties, including handheld electronic equipment.
   * Frequently lift/move up to 50lbs

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find managers, systems and technology for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

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   • Post your manager, systems and technology job on Zippia to find and recruit manager, systems and technology candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
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6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit managers, systems and technology, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new manager, systems and technology

   Once you've selected the best manager, systems and technology candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new manager, systems and technology first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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