SPARK Microsystems is looking for a hands-on, versatile Senior Manager, IT to lead the evolution of our internal IT environment and help build a scalable, secure, and well-governed infrastructure.

As we continue to grow, we are strengthening the foundation of our internal IT environment to ensure it is secure, scalable, and aligned with the needs of a fast-moving technology company.

This is a player-coach role with a strong technical focus: approximately 80% hands-on technical work and 20% leadership and coordination.

You will own the roadmap, architecture, implementation, and day-to-day operations of SPARK’s IT infrastructure, while helping bring structure, discipline, and operational maturity to the function as the company evolves.

This is not a purely supervisory role. You will be expected to personally implement a meaningful portion of the solutions you define, including deploying servers, writing scripts, configuring systems, rolling out tools, strengthening controls, and formalizing policies and operational practices.

Your Impact

A key mandate of this role is to help SPARK define and execute a clear IT roadmap in support of ISO 27001 certification, including:

• Deployment of appropriate tools
• Infrastructure improvements
• Security control enhancements
• Governance and operational practices

You will be comfortable moving directly from planning to execution, taking ownership of both design and hands-on implementation of critical IT initiatives.

You will also ensure SPARK’s IT environment can scale effectively alongside company growth.

This role complements our strengths in networking, cybersecurity, and Linux infrastructure, with a strong need for deep expertise in the Microsoft ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and evolve SPARK’s internal IT infrastructure strategy, roadmap, and operations
• Design, deploy, and maintain Windows-based infrastructure (Windows Server, Active Directory)
• Administer, secure, and optimize Microsoft 365 (Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Intune)
• Lead identity, access, and security initiatives supporting ISO 27001 readiness and certification
• Build and execute clear implementation plans for IT initiatives (infrastructure, tools, policies, controls)
• Personally execute key technical initiatives (deployments, scripting, configuration, security improvements)
• Manage endpoint lifecycle and workplace IT services (Windows devices, SaaS platforms, telecom systems)
• Implement automation and scripting to improve efficiency, standardization, and operational maturity
• Strengthen backup, recovery, monitoring, logging, patching, and access control practices
• Manage IT vendors, licensing, purchasing, and external service providers
• Provide leadership within the IT function and help structure a growing team

Required Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems administration, or a related role
• Experience in SMB environments with broad scope, autonomy, and ownership
• Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server and Microsoft infrastructure
• Deep knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, identity management, and access control
• Strong experience with Microsoft 365 (Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Intune)
• Strong PowerShell scripting skills for automation and administration
• Solid understanding of Azure, networking fundamentals, and infrastructure troubleshooting
• Good knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, IT governance, and compliance environments
• Experience managing vendors, licensing, procurement, and external service providers
• Strong communication skills in both French and English
• Demonstrated ability to remain hands-on and directly implement technical solutions

Nice to Have

• Experience with ISO 27001 preparation, implementation, or certification
• Hybrid identity environments (on-prem Active Directory + Entra ID)
• Monitoring/logging tools (Splunk, ELK, or similar)
• Infrastructure automation or Infrastructure-as-Code practices
• Virtualization and disaster recovery planning
• Exposure to Linux environments
• Experience with MySQL and PostgreSQL in engineering environments

What We’re Looking For

• You are a structured, autonomous, and service-oriented IT leader who enjoys staying close to the technology while bringing order, rigor, and accountability to the function.
• You are comfortable owning infrastructure end-to-end—from architecture and implementation to operations and continuous improvement.
• You don’t just define the plan—you execute it.
• You thrive in SMB environments where versatility matters and where success requires balancing technical execution, governance, and organizational maturity.
• You are also comfortable working with senior leadership to translate business needs into clear IT priorities, sound technical decisions, and measurable outcomes.

The Perks

• Key role in a rapidly growing, innovative startup
• Collaborative, supportive, and motivating work environment
• Strong opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive benefits package
• Employee stock option plan
• Flexible scheduling and hybrid remote/in-office work arrangements