IT Manager

*IT Manager:* Keller Rohrback L.L.P., a Pacific Northwest-based, nationally recognized law firm for its cutting-edge cases, is seeking to hire an innovative and highly technically proficient IT Manager. This key leadership role will drive the firm's technology strategy, oversee implementation and optimization, deliver robust systems performance, and ensure systems security. IT Department leadership requires a hands-on approach for collaboration, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork to deliver operational excellence. Strong interpersonal skills and professional discretion are necessary as the IT Manager regularly engages with the firm's attorneys, staff, and vendors on sensitive, operational, and strategic issues*. *This hybrid, exempt position is assigned to our Seattle office and reports to our Director of Administration and Executive Committee.Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.*Essential Functions of the Job: ** Develop, advocate, and consult with the Director of Administration and Executive Committee to implement technology initiatives and solutions, long-range strategies, goals, objectives, and policies that align with the firm's culture and needs in a timely manner.* Manage IT operations and infrastructure, including data stewardship, and business continuity to include data services, application evaluation and deployment, network communications, security, disaster recovery planning, and continuous improvement of systems and processes.* Demonstrate technical proficiency and operational excellence, with deep knowledge of IT systems, emerging technologies, and Microsoft technology stack.* Establish policies for data integrity, system reliability, and disaster recovery while monitoring performance and recommending enhancements across all IT functions to ensure compliance, security, and IT Operations.* Lead and oversee the IT department employees, to include hiring, training, providing feedback and direction, all while cultivating a positive, supportive, and high-performing culture.* Develop and maintain vendor relations, including evaluation of emerging technologies, approval of vendor agreements, and implementation of new systems and enhancements to meet evolving firm needs.* Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required.* Ability to travel as required.* Other duties as assigned.*Project Management focused responsibilities*:* Promote an innovative environment that encourages creative thinking, problem-solving, and persistence in achieving goals.* Use project management tools to track project performance.* Establish benchmarks for success and lead department employees to meet those goals.* Track project timelines, budgeting estimates, and keep the Director of Administration apprised.* Organize and lead IT Team and Practice Group meetings to discuss project goals and progress.* Develop and maintain an IT roadmap to ensure near and long-term goals align with the needs of the firm.*Qualifications:** Bachelor's degree in information technology or computer science. IT Management experience may be considered in lieu of this education requirement.* Ten (10) years of progression in an IT department with a minimum of three (3) years' experience as an IT Manager, preferably in a law firm environment.* Demonstrated ability in past positions to contribute at a senior independent level.* Prior experience working in a law firm.* Demonstrated ability to lead and manage change.* Direct experience with integration efforts.* Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.* Experience managing and directing IT professionals in a team environment.* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust within their department and with their internal clients and vendors.* Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, legal support staff and administrative personnel* Ability to lift at least 20 pounds with the physical agility for equipment installation and relocation as needed.*Specific Skills/Experience *that will enable the successful candidate to quickly adapt:Legal Practice Applications:* Document Management Systems (DMS): iManage, NetDocuments, OpenText* Litigation Support Tools: Relativity, Concordance, CaseMap* Practice Management Tools: Elite 3E, Aderant, Clio (for smaller firms)* eDiscovery Platforms and data preservation workflows* Time & Billing Systems used by attorneys and partners* Security and Compliance:* Incident response & threat modeling* Identity access management (IAM) / privileged access management (PAM)* Data Loss Prevention (DLP)* Email security & phishing protection* Disaster recovery & business continuity planning* Infrastructure & Systems Architecture:* Servers (Windows Server, Active Directory, AD FS)* Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V)* Storage: SAN/NAS, cloud storage platforms* Networking (Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto)* VOIP / unified communications (Teams, Zoom, Ring Central)* High-availability environmentsPaaS & SaaS:* Microsoft 365 / Exchange Online / SharePoint Online* Azure AD / Entra ID* Cloud governance & cost management* Hybrid cloud environment design* Familiarity with Google Cloud, Amazon AWS or Azure infrastructure servicesEndpoint Management:* Endpoint management (Intune, SCCM)* Mobile device management (MDM)* Standardizing legal desktop buildsSoftware Deployment & Automation:* PowerShell scripting* Automation of onboarding/offboarding* Patch management* Configuration management toolsData Governance & Knowledge Management:* Retention and legal hold policies* DLP and data classification* Metadata management within DMS tools* Search and indexing technologies*Salary: *$175,000 - $195,000 DOE*Benefits:* Keller Rohrback's benefits package is focused on the health and well-being of our team and includes the following:* Medical, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability benefits* Paid time off.* Leave Benefits* Paid Holidays* 401k and Profit-Sharing plans* Bonus* Hybrid work model focusing on work/life balance.* Paid Transportation for onsite work._EEOC Statement: Keller Rohrback is committed to promoting and preserving a firm culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, life experiences, and other characteristics that make each one of us unique. At Keller Rohrback, we believe that a diverse workforce provides greater support for our staff and attorneys, leads to better teams, enhances creativity, and better serves our clients and community. xijylhu _Please submit your cover letter and resume by email to No phone calls, please.For more information about Keller Rohrback, please visit : $175,000.00 - $195,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Referral program* Retirement plan* Vision insuranceWork Location: Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA 98101

Created: 2026-03-02