IT Application Manager

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Job Summary

IT Application Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end management of enterprise IT applications, including planning, deployment, maintenance, upgrades, and support
• Ensure application security by implementing and enforcing network security best practices, policies, and controls
• Work closely with infrastructure, security, and business teams to align application architecture with organizational goals
• Oversee application performance, availability, scalability, and disaster recovery planning
• Manage integration of applications with network and security frameworks such as firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and access controls
• Identify security vulnerabilities, perform risk assessments, and drive remediation initiatives
• Lead vendor management, SLA governance, and third-party application engagements
• Provide leadership and mentoring to application support and technical teams
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal IT governance policies
• Drive continuous improvement, automation, and optimization of application and security processes

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

• 10+ years of experience

  in IT application management, with at least

  3-5 years in a leadership role

• Strong hands-on knowledge of

  network security concepts

  , including firewalls, VPNs, routing, switching, and access management
• Experience working with enterprise applications (ERP, HRMS, CRM, or similar platforms)
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and incident response
• Experience with cloud and hybrid environments is an advantage
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Certifications

• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certification
• ITIL, PMP, or relevant application management certifications

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing IT environment
• Exposure to enterprise-scale applications and security architecture
• Career growth and leadership opportunities