IPA™ · 20 hours ago
Director, IT & Cybersecurity
Duluth, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$134K/yr - $158K/yr
8+ years expIPA™ is a mission-driven company focused on improving infection prevention and operational efficiency in healthcare. They are seeking a Director of IT & Cybersecurity to define, execute, and enhance their technology and cybersecurity strategy across corporate systems and customer-facing platforms.
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Responsibilities
Define, execute, and continuously improve IPA’s IT and cybersecurity strategy across corporate systems, infrastructure, and customer-facing platforms to support business objectives and long term growth
Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing IT team, establishing clear priorities, standard practices, and accountability while remaining actively engaged in execution as a player-coach
Design, implement, and sustain secure, reliable, and scalable IT infrastructure, including networks, cloud environments, endpoints, and enterprise applications
Establish, document, and maintain IT standards, procedures, and controls that enable consistent execution, reduce risk, and support operational excellence
Strengthen IPA’s cybersecurity posture by implementing and continuously improving security controls, monitoring, incident response, and risk management practices across internal and external systems
Partner with business leaders to understand technology needs, prioritize initiatives, and deliver solutions that improve productivity, system reliability, and user experience
Oversee disaster recovery, business continuity, and incident response planning, ensuring readiness through regular reviews, updates, and testing
Manage and optimize corporate software platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365, Azure), security tools, and IT operations to ensure availability, performance, and compliance
Evaluate, select, and manage technology vendors and service providers, ensuring strong performance, security alignment, and cost-effective outcomes
Partner with Finance to develop and manage the IT budget, tracking spend, evaluating ROI, and making data-driven recommendations to optimize resources
Analyze system performance, security metrics, incidents, and operational data to identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities, and drive corrective actions
Support audits and compliance activities (e.g., SOX, CCPA, PCI) through documentation, controls, and ongoing readiness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
8+ years of progressive experience in IT leadership roles, with responsibility for infrastructure, enterprise applications, and cybersecurity
Demonstrated experience leading IT teams in a hands-on, player-coach capacity, with accountability for both strategy and execution
Strong technical background across IT infrastructure, cloud platforms (e.g., Azure), enterprise systems, and cybersecurity controls
Proven experience developing and sustaining IT standards, procedures, and security controls actively used across the organization
Hands-on experience managing cybersecurity risk, incident response, and remediation efforts in a production or regulated environment
Experience supporting regulatory compliance and audit readiness (e.g., SOX, CCPA, PCI) through documentation, controls, and ongoing governance
Experience evaluating, selecting, and managing technology vendors and service providers, including contract and SLA oversight
Working knowledge of disaster recovery, business continuity, and risk management practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to partner cross-functionally, influence decision-making, and drive change
Preferred
Thrive in a player-coach role, balancing strategic leadership with hands-on execution
Proactively identify risks, gaps, and opportunities, taking ownership of outcomes from problem to solution
Communicate technical concepts clearly and build trust with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Approach cybersecurity with a practical, risk-based mindset that protects the business while enabling progress
Enjoy building structure—standards, documentation, and repeatable processes—that scales with the organization
Stay curious and improvement-focused, continually evaluating technologies and practices to drive meaningful impact
Benefits
Generous paid time off and company holidays
Comprehensive healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, and Telemedicine
Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions, plus optional FSA plans
Company-paid life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match to support your retirement goals
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) own a piece of what you’re building
Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and development
Paid parental leave for when your family grows
Company
IPA™
IPA provides the most advanced range of solutions for the management and automation of healthcare linen, scrubs, and specialty uniforms.
51-200 employees
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Funding
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