Pick a clean, professional template that puts your contact details and summary at the top. Use a reverse-chronological layout so hiring managers see your recent infrastructure and team leadership work first.
Keep length tight. One page often works for mid-career Information Systems Manager roles. Use two pages only if you have long, directly relevant experience managing large systems or budgets.
Choose ATS-friendly fonts like Calibri, Arial, Georgia, or Garamond. Use 10-12pt for body text and 14-16pt for section headers. Keep line spacing at 1.0–1.15 and add extra space between sections for clear white space.
Use standard section headings: Contact, Summary, Technical Skills, Experience, Education, Certifications. List skills in a short bullet list so both readers and ATS parse them easily. Quantify outcomes where you can, for example server uptime, cost savings, or team size.
Avoid flashy visuals and multi-column layouts that break ATS parsing. Stick to simple bolding, consistent bullets, and short lines. Save diagrams and links for your portfolio or LinkedIn.
Watch common mistakes. Don’t use obscure fonts, tiny margins, or tiny text blocks. Don’t cram every project into the resume; show the work that matches the job description. Proof every date and job title to avoid simple errors.
Finally, tailor your resume for each role. Mirror key phrases from the job post, while keeping your voice and achievements clear. That approach helps your application reach the hiring manager and show your fit fast.