IT Director
Sedano’s, Florida, NY, United States
The IT Director is responsible for leading the organization’s information technology strategy, infrastructure, systems, cybersecurity, and support operations. This role ensures that technology solutions align with business goals, support operational efficiency, and maintain system reliability, security, and scalability. The IT Director oversees IT staff, vendors, budgets, projects, and policies while driving continuous improvement across all technology functions.
Develop and execute the company’s IT strategy in alignment with business objectives
Oversee daily IT operations, including infrastructure, networks, systems, hardware, software, and help desk support
Lead, mentor, and manage IT team members, including performance management and professional development
Plan, implement, and maintain cybersecurity measures to protect company systems, data, and networks
Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of all critical business systems
Manage IT budgets, forecasting, cost controls, and technology investments
Oversee vendor relationships, service contracts, software licensing, and third‑party support providers
Lead technology projects such as system upgrades, migrations, implementations, and process improvements
Establish and enforce IT policies, procedures, standards, and disaster recovery/business continuity plans
Collaborate with department leaders to identify technology needs and deliver effective solutions
Monitor compliance with applicable regulations, data privacy requirements, and security best practices
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency and scalability
Prepare reports, metrics, and updates for senior leadership on IT performance, risks, and initiatives
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
7+ years of progressive IT experience, including leadership or management responsibility
Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, cloud systems, enterprise applications, and technical support operations
Proven experience managing IT projects, budgets, vendors, and cross‑functional technology initiatives
Strong understanding of disaster recovery, business continuity, risk management, and data protection principles
Experience developing IT policies, procedures, and governance standards
Excellent leadership, communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
Ability to translate technical concepts into practical business solutions
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Relevant certifications such as ITIL, PMP, CISSP, CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, or cloud certifications are a plus
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Develop and execute the company’s IT strategy in alignment with business objectives
Oversee daily IT operations, including infrastructure, networks, systems, hardware, software, and help desk support
Lead, mentor, and manage IT team members, including performance management and professional development
Plan, implement, and maintain cybersecurity measures to protect company systems, data, and networks
Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of all critical business systems
Manage IT budgets, forecasting, cost controls, and technology investments
Oversee vendor relationships, service contracts, software licensing, and third‑party support providers
Lead technology projects such as system upgrades, migrations, implementations, and process improvements
Establish and enforce IT policies, procedures, standards, and disaster recovery/business continuity plans
Collaborate with department leaders to identify technology needs and deliver effective solutions
Monitor compliance with applicable regulations, data privacy requirements, and security best practices
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency and scalability
Prepare reports, metrics, and updates for senior leadership on IT performance, risks, and initiatives
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
7+ years of progressive IT experience, including leadership or management responsibility
Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, cloud systems, enterprise applications, and technical support operations
Proven experience managing IT projects, budgets, vendors, and cross‑functional technology initiatives
Strong understanding of disaster recovery, business continuity, risk management, and data protection principles
Experience developing IT policies, procedures, and governance standards
Excellent leadership, communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
Ability to translate technical concepts into practical business solutions
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Relevant certifications such as ITIL, PMP, CISSP, CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, or cloud certifications are a plus
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