IT Manager (AI)

TL;DR

IT Manager (AI): Managing and securing the technical infrastructure for an AI-driven patent analysis scale-up with an accent on endpoint management, security compliance, and SaaS administration. Focus on optimizing the user lifecycle, maintaining ISO 27001/SOC 2 standards, and implementing automation via AI tools.

Location: Helsinki, Finland (Hybrid). Must be based in or able to work from the Helsinki region. No relocation support offered.

Company

hirify.global is an AI-driven scale-up transforming how innovative companies search and analyze patents for Fortune 500 R&D teams and law firms.

What you will do

• Own and run day-to-day IT operations, covering identity, access, endpoints, networks, and internal tools.
• Manage the full user lifecycle, including onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Ensure environment audit readiness and compliance with ISO 27001 and SOC 2 standards.
• Operate endpoint management across macOS, Windows, and Linux, including patching and security monitoring.
• Administer and improve SaaS tools such as Google Workspace, Slack, Linear, and HiBob.
• Drive efficiency through automation, scripting, and experimentation with AI tools.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with IT systems in a corporate environment.
• Experience managing endpoints (macOS, Windows, or Linux) and familiarity with MDM and security tools.
• Solid understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM).
• Working knowledge of networks, including WLAN, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Experience with vulnerability and patch management to keep systems up to date.
• Must be based in or able to work from the Helsinki region in a hybrid setup.

Nice to have

• Experience working in a SaaS or cloud-focused environment.
• Familiarity with tools like JumpCloud or CrowdStrike.
• Knowledge of ISO 27001 or SOC 2 frameworks.
• Experience building automations or implementing AI tools in IT workflows.

Culture & Benefits

• Six weeks of paid holiday.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Learning and development support.
• Stock options.
• Collaborative international team and a culture that values a sustainable work pace.

Hiring process

• Introductory call with Talent Acquisition.
• Cultural fit interview.
• Practical discussion around the role.
• Final conversation with leadership and People Operations Manager.