Information Technology (IT) Manager - Northeast Missouri Electric Power Co-op, Palmyra, MO

Northeast Missouri Electric Power Cooperative (Northeast Power) has an immediate opening for an Information Technology (IT) Manager at the Palmyra, Missouri location. Northeast Power is a transmission cooperative delivering power to northeast Missouri and southeast Iowa.

This is a full-time, exempt leadership position within the Information Services & Technologies (IS&T) Department. The IT Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, security and performance of the Cooperative’s technology infrastructure while supporting employees, member-distribution cooperatives and strategic initiatives.

What You Will Do:
The IT Manager is responsible for both hands-on technical execution and day-to-day leadership of the Information Systems team. This role balances operational excellence with strategic oversight and serves as the Cooperative’s primary cybersecurity liaison. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and supporting a multi-platform computing environment, including servers, networks, firewalls, virtualization platforms, cloud services, mobile devices, VOIP systems and enterprise applications
• Installing, configuring, documenting, maintaining, monitoring and securing IT infrastructure with a strong focus on cybersecurity, redundancy and resilience
• Performing and overseeing software updates, firmware, security patches and system upgrades
• Providing direct technical support, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, training and system optimization
• Monitoring system performance, identifying risks, benchmarking results and recommending improvements
• Lead and supervise assigned personnel by setting priorities, coordinating project assignments and ensuring timely, high-quality completion of work
• Coordinating internal and external resources, including vendors and contractors
• Serving as the Cooperative’s cybersecurity liaison by monitoring threats, ensuring compliance, coordinating incident response and supporting security awareness training
• Supporting backup validation, recovery testing and data integrity initiatives
• Assisting with department budgeting, technology planning and evaluation of emerging technologies, including AI and automation tools
• Representing the IS&T Department through coordination with internal leadership, member cooperatives, user groups and industry conferences

What You Will Get:
We value our employees and are committed to supporting their well-being, professional growth and long-term success. In addition to our competitive pay, our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive insurance coverage – Medical, dental and vision insurance to support your health and wellness.
• Strong financial future – Two (2) robust retirement plans to help you build long-term security.
• Family protection – Employer-paid life insurance for employee, spouse and child, plus long-term disability coverage.
• Work-life balance – Generous vacation, sick leave and 10 paid holidays per year.
• Peace of mind on the go – Business travel accident insurance and an AirMedCare membership for your household.
• Flexible options – Supplemental life insurance and Aflac policies available through convenient payroll deduction.