IT Manager - Remote

About The Company
Ajaia is a rapidly growing AI consultancy and product studio dedicated to helping organizations move from experimentation to real results. We operate across four core pillars: AI Strategy and Advisory, AI Engineering and Automation, Workforce Training and Enablement, and Custom Product Development.
In addition to client services, Ajaia builds proprietary AI products, copilots, and vertical solutions that solve high-value industry problems. This dual model allows us to translate hands-on implementation experience into scalable products while continuously refining our approach through real-world deployment.
Our operating model combines deep technical execution with practical change management, enabling enterprises to deploy secure, compliant, and high-impact solutions that drive measurable operational value. From executive roadmapping to production-ready systems and workforce upskilling, Ajaia embeds intelligent tools directly into the workflows that matter most.
Mission: Help organizations win the AI moment.
About The Role
Ajaia is hiring an IT Manager to serve as the technical backbone of our AI-first operations. This role is designed for a "smart and excellent" leader who can architect internal infrastructure that is as innovative as the solutions we provide to clients. You will ensure our team has the cutting-edge tools, robust security, and automated workflows required to maintain peak efficiency.
Every role at Ajaia is AI-forward. We expect candidates to use AI in daily workflows across infrastructure monitoring, security auditing, automation scripting, and technical support. AI usage is a core execution requirement, not optional tooling.
Qualifications
3-7 years of experience in IT management, systems administration, or technical operations
Demonstrated ability to use AI-native workflows as a daily execution standard to improve speed and quality
Deep familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP), automated business solutions, and security frameworks
Proven ability to exercise high-level judgment in fast-paced, cross-functional startup environments
Excellent communication skills to translate complex technical requirements for non-technical leadership
Preferred: Familiarity with AI implementation engineering or software development to better support our technical teams
Responsibilities
AI-Driven Infrastructure: Design and manage internal cloud environments and SaaS stacks optimized for AI development and deployment.
Security & Compliance: Implement and oversee rigorous security protocols to protect proprietary AI workflows and sensitive client data.
Operational Excellence: Automate internal business solutions and CRM/CMS platforms to minimize manual overhead.
AI Native Workflows: Use AI tools daily for network ideation, rapid troubleshooting, security variant creation, and QA support.
Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with engineering, strategy, and growth teams to ensure technical alignment with company milestones.
Asset Management: Oversee procurement and maintenance of hardware and software assets for a global, remote workforce.
Benefits
Competitive base salary + performance incentives
Remote work with earned flexibility
Professional development opportunities
Paid time off (PTO)
Equal Opportunity
Ajaia is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe in fostering an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and experiences, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Work arrangement
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