Director Of Information Technology

Company: Verge Mobile
Location: Houston
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Job Summary:The Director of Technology will manage and direct the company's information technology (IT) operations and related projects, ensuring the department provides efficient and effective technical support service.Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Hires and trains IT staff.
• Schedules, organizes, and assigns projects to members of the IT team.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Leads development and implementation processes for the organizations IT systems and department.
  • Develops and implements business continuity protocols to minimize disruption to business operations in the event of emergency situations or data loss.
  • Establishes efficiency and efficacy standards, providing recommendations for improvement of IT infrastructure.
  • Analyzes IT infrastructure and systems performance to assess operating costs, productivity levels, upgrade requirements, and other metrics and needs.
  • Oversees security of systems, networks, and enterprise information.
  • Facilitates IT security audits or investigations.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with external IT vendors and service providers.
  • Coordinates multisite IT systems via enterprise resource planning (ERP).
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.Required Skills/Abilities:
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Proficient in latest technology for IT systems and management.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Excellent analytical and management skills.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills.
    • Through understanding of IT and practical applications to support the company's goals.Education and Experience:
      • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science required; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
      • At least ten years of experience managing an IT department.Physical Requirements:
        • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
        • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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