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IT Associates · 22 hours ago

Director of Information Technology

Illinois, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$175K/yr - $215K/yr

10+ years exp

IT Associates is seeking a Director of Information Technology to lead and oversee the strategy, design, implementation, and management of the organization's growing IT/OT infrastructure. The role is crucial in ensuring a robust, scalable, secure, and efficient technology environment that supports projects and business operations and drives innovation.

Communications InfrastructureConsultingInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a strategic vision for IT infrastructure to align with organizational goals and objectives

Lead and manage teams responsible for user systems (M365) networks, servers, storage, cloud services, data centers, and control centers

Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of IT systems to ensure reliability, scalability, and security

Build and maintain relationships with key technology vendors and partners

Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices in cybersecurity and data protection

Manage budgets, optimize resource allocation, and deliver cost-effective solutions

Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies and trends to identify opportunities for innovation and automation

Collaborate with other departments to ensure IT infrastructure supports overall business objectives effectively

Qualification

Hybrid cloud environmentsGlobal networks managementVirtualization technologiesEnterprise network architecturesOT Infrastructure designCloud adoption projectsInfrastructure-as-CodeITIL processes knowledgeLeadership skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure roles, including demonstrated leadership in managing enterprise-scale IT and OT environments

Knowledge and experience with NERC CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection) standards and compliance requirements, including audits and risk mitigation

Proven expertise in Designing and implementing hybrid cloud environments (e.g., Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform)

Proven expertise in Deploying and managing advanced global networks, including software-defined networking (SDN), edge computing, and multi-region architectures

Proven expertise in Managing virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and containerization platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker)

Proven expertise in Administering enterprise network architectures, including SD-WAN, VPNs, advanced routing protocols, and global load balancing

Proven expertise in Designing and supporting OT Infrastructure for industrial systems, such as SCADA, DCS, or other mission-critical operational environments

Proven expertise in Leading large-scale migration projects such as cloud adoption, data center modernization, or network transformation

Proficiency in automation and Infrastructure-as-Code

Strong knowledge of ITIL processes, including Service Delivery and Change Management

Demonstrated ability to manage and optimize IT budgets exceeding $10M annually

Exceptional leadership skills with a history of building, mentoring, and scaling high-performing technical teams

Adept at fostering collaboration between IT and business units to drive innovation and achieve strategic goals