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IT Operations Lead

Job in Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois, 60169, USA
Listing for: CFS
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-05
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Systems Administrator, IT Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 110000 USD Yearly USD 90000.00 110000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

IT Operations Lead


* NO SPONSORSHIP*

Title: IT Operations Lead
Compensation: $90,000 – $110,000
Bonus:
Discretionary
Work Environment:
Hybrid
Office

Location:

Chicago
Benefits: M/D/V, 401K + PTO

IT Operations Lead
Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage Help Desk & Desktop Support teams across multiple locations
  • Serve as escalation point for complex issues (desktops, laptops, mobiles, printers, networking, enterprise apps)
  • Oversee ticket management, SLAs, asset management, and service delivery improvements
  • Manage user onboarding/offboarding, access provisioning, and hardware/software setup
  • Administer local/cloud infrastructure (servers, VMs, networking) as needed
  • Develop SOPs, knowledge base articles, and drive process improvements
  • Coordinate with vendors for procurement, licensing, and deployment
  • Support IT needs for events, meetings, and trade shows (setup & onsite support)
  • Analyze recurring issues and implement technical/process enhancements
  • Ensure compliance with IT security policies and data protection standards

IT Operations Lead
Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field
  • 3+ years in Helpdesk/Desktop Support or IT Operations
  • 2+ years leading/supervising IT support teams
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Windows OS, Microsoft 365, Active Directory
    • Ticketing systems, imaging tools, remote support tools
    • Basic networking, server/VM management, security practices
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills
  • Certifications (A+, Network+, MCSA/MCSE, ITIL, etc.) strongly preferred

Build a rewarding long-term career with us at CFS—when we knock, doors open.

Apply now!

CFS Technology is a Chicagoland based, IT dedicated search practice. We provide technology specialists on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. We work closely with our clients to better understand their specific needs, which ensures that each placement we do is the absolute best.

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