Description

Seeking a dynamic and experienced IT Director to lead our technology team. As the IT Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the technology strategy that supports our marketing initiatives. This is a hands-on leadership position requiring a versatile individual with a strong technical background, excellent managerial skills, and a proactive approach to IT solutions.

**Responsibilities:**

1. **Team Leadership:**  – Lead and manage a team of 3 IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative working environment.  – Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities for team members.
2. **Technology Strategy:**  – Develop and implement a comprehensive technology strategy aligned with the company’s business goals.  – Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure the company remains at the forefront of technological advancements.
3. **Infrastructure Management:**  – Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the company’s IT infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability.  – Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers.
4. **System Administration:**  – Take a hands-on approach in system administration tasks, including network administration, server maintenance, and user support.  – Troubleshoot and resolve IT-related issues promptly.
5. **Cybersecurity:**  – Implement and enforce cybersecurity best practices to safeguard company data and systems.  – Stay vigilant against potential security threats and proactively address vulnerabilities.
6. **Software Development:**  – Collaborate with marketing teams to understand technology needs for campaign execution.  – Oversee the development and maintenance of in-house software solutions.
7. **Budget Management:**  – Develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and optimal resource allocation.

**Qualifications:**

– Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred. – Proven experience in a leadership role within an IT department. – Strong technical skills across a broad range of IT disciplines. – Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. – Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technology solutions. – Experience in the marketing industry is a plus.

Requirements

Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Windows, Cisco ASA Firewall