Job Description

IT Director The IT Director will oversee and lead all aspects of the company's IT operations, infrastructure, and strategy. This role ensures the efficient functioning of technology systems, promotes security and innovation, and aligns IT initiatives with overall business goals. The IT Director will be a collaborative leader who works cross-functionally to optimize IT processes, increase user satisfaction, and drive digital transformation. We value and encourage diversity in the workplace and women, minorities, and veterans are highly encouraged to apply. Thank you! Type: Direct hire Location: Portland, OR metro Essential Job Duties: Strategic Leadership:

• Develops and implements the company's IT strategy and roadmap to support business objectives.
• Establishes IT vision, goals, and priorities while promoting innovation and continuous improvement.

Operations Management:

• Oversees day-to-day IT operations, ensuring systems and networks are reliable, secure, and scalable.
• Manages company help desk, ensuring timely and efficient resolution of IT-related issues.
• Evaluates IT operations and processes to align with performance goals and industry best practices.

Security and Risk Management:

• Identifies, monitors, and mitigates cybersecurity risks to safeguard the company's data and systems.
• Ensures compliance with relevant security protocols, policies, and regulations.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Leads and develops a high-performing IT team, fostering collaboration, growth, and accountability.
• Manages IT staffing, including recruitment, performance management, and succession planning.

Technology Infrastructure:

• Designs and manages IT infrastructure, including cloud, on-premise, and hybrid models.
• Oversees implementation and integration of enterprise-wide systems and software.
• Assesses and recommends new technology solutions to meet evolving business needs.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Works cross-departmentally to understand IT needs and ensure solutions enhance overall business performance.
• Communicates IT goals, progress, and initiatives to senior leadership and other stakeholders.

Budget and Vendor Management:

• Prepares and oversees IT budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and alignment with strategic priorities.
• Manages relationships with external vendors, contractors, and technology partners to ensure service quality and value.

Additional Job Duties: •Optimizes work processes. Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, information systems, computer science, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in IT operations, with at least 5 years leading teams and managing complex projects

•Strong understanding of: o IT systems, networks, security, databases, and telecommunications. o Cloud, on-premise, and hybrid IT infrastructure models. o Security protocols and risk management strategies.

• Demonstrated success in implementing enterprise-wide systems and IT organizational transformation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proven track record of managing and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Utilizing Lean and/or Agile methodologies.
• Possesses a continuous growth mindset, high sense of urgency, and a strong desire for excellence.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships across all lines of business; able to communicate effectively to influence others and gain support to achieve results in a cooperative manner.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional IT support and solutions. IT Motives LLC

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