Director of IT and Security
What You’ll Do: Duties will include, but may not be limited to:
· Develop and execute the IT strategy and roadmap, aligning with the business objectives and priorities.
· Manage the budget and resources for IT infrastructure, support and security ensuring cost-effectiveness and optimal performance.
· Supervise and mentor the IT and administrative staff, providing guidance, feedback, and training.
· Ensure all staff have necessary hardware and software to perform their work.
· Implement best practices for providing IT support across the organization.
· Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of the IT hardware, software, and network.
· Ensure the availability, reliability, and security of the IT systems and services, including backup, recovery, and disaster recovery plans.
· Establish and enforce the IT policies, standards, and best practices, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
· Monitor and evaluate the IT performance and risks, identifying and resolving issues and implementing improvements.
· Lead the information security program as the security officer, ensuring the protection of the data and information assets from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, modification, or destruction.
· Conduct regular security audits, assessments, and tests, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
· Develop and maintain the security policies, procedures, and awareness programs, educating and training the staff and stakeholders on the security requirements and best practices.
· Evaluate and approve 3rd party software and services from a security perspective.
· Coordinate and communicate with internal and external parties, such as vendors, contractors, auditors, and regulators.
· Stay updated on the latest IT and security trends, technologies, and best practices, and recommend and implement appropriate solutions.
What You’ll Need:
· Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related field.
· At least 10 years of experience in IT management, administration, and security, preferably in a similar role.
· Proven track record of leading and delivering complex IT projects and initiatives.
· Strong knowledge and experience in IT infrastructure, systems, and network design, implementation, and maintenance.
· Expertise in information security principles, frameworks, and standards, such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS.
· Certifications in IT and security, such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CEH, are preferred.
· Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
· High attention to detail, quality, and accuracy.
· Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable, with a continuous learning mindset.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Management: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: Remote