Director of Technology

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's technology strategy and roadmap.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that enhance operational efficiency and business outcomes.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align technology initiatives with organizational goals.
• Represent the organization within professional technology associations, committees, and industry groups.
• Oversee the design, implementation, maintenance, and support of enterprise technology infrastructure, including networks, servers, telecommunications systems, cloud services, and end-user devices.
• Manage Cisco networking, Microsoft Windows environments, VMware infrastructure, virtual desktop technologies, and Google Workspace environments.
• Ensure reliable operation of LAN, WAN, wireless, and cloud-based technologies.
• Maintain accurate inventories of hardware, software, licensing, and technology assets.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices.
• Lead initiatives related to data protection, risk mitigation, disaster recovery, business continuity, and incident response planning.
• Safeguard the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of organizational information systems.
• Develop and manage the annual technology budget.
• Evaluate, negotiate, and oversee technology contracts, vendors, and service providers.
• Research, recommend, and procure hardware, software, and technology services.
• Monitor expenditures and maximize return on technology investments.
• Partner with business leaders and operational teams to promote the effective use of technology solutions.
• Support technology adoption initiatives and user training programs.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity through technology-enabled solutions.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive technology leadership experience.
• Demonstrated supervisory and team management experience.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise hardware, software, networking, and cybersecurity technologies.
• Experience managing Cisco, Windows, VMware, virtual desktop, and Google Workspace environments.
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to successfully pass required background screening.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• PREFERRED: Master's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Leadership, or a related field.
• Experience supporting complex, multi-site organizations.
• Experience leading cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and business continuity programs.
• Familiarity with enterprise business applications, cloud platforms, and data management systems.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, PMP, CCNP, VMware, Microsoft, or related credentials.