Pivotal Talent Search
Director of Information Technology
Pivotal Talent Search, Oakland, California, United States, 94616
Overview
We are seeking a Director of Information Technology to oversee all aspects of technical infrastructure, including endpoint management, SaaS tools, network infrastructure, cybersecurity strategy and evaluating emerging tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. This role requires a strategic leader who is also hands-on when needed. Compensation
Pivotal Talent Search provided pay range: Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range: $210,000.00/yr - $225,000.00/yr Additional compensation types: Annual Bonus Responsibilities
Lead a small IT team and third-party vendors. Develop the organization’s overall IT strategy, including cybersecurity, AI adoption, and IT operations to align with organizational goals and objectives. Identify and implement emerging technologies that improve efficiency, strengthen security, and create value for the organization. Monitor cybersecurity threats and partner with external vendors as needed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support initiatives and daily operations. Identify AI and emerging technologies that can enhance workflows, reduce risk, and strengthen service delivery. Develop and promote IT and AI governance standards to ensure responsible, secure, and ethical use across the organization. Stay informed about new technologies and AI workplace tools; advise leadership to advance the company mission. Collaborate to develop the company's AI roadmap. Develop and enforce endpoint security policies and conditional access configurations, ensuring compliance with security standards. Conduct risk assessments and assist with incident response, threat mitigation, and device lockdown procedures. Maintain documentation and evidence of compliance activities for internal and external review. Manage provisioning, configuration, and deployment of laptops and phones across Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android. MDM administration and policy development for full-disk encryption, anti-virus software, and secure boot configurations. Oversee hardware inventory management, patching, and updates for all operating systems and devices; administer user accounts across workspace tools. Implement, manage and collaborate on SSO integrations across workspace platforms. Oversee and optimize office infrastructure, including Wi-Fi, firewalls (Ubiquiti, Meraki), A/V systems, printers, docks, and monitors; ensure secure access policies and segmented networks. Lead and support the IT team, with hands-on problem-solving as needed and coordination with external vendors for escalation. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field. At least 10 years of progressive IT experience, including staff and vendor management and hands-on systems administration. Experience developing IT strategy for office infrastructure, endpoint management, SaaS platforms, and security. Strong knowledge of network management, endpoint security, and SaaS administration; hands-on experience with MDM systems, SSO solutions, and enterprise collaboration tools (Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom). Familiarity with AI applications for business operations and cybersecurity contexts. Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Information Technology, Strategy/Planning, and Management Industries
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We are seeking a Director of Information Technology to oversee all aspects of technical infrastructure, including endpoint management, SaaS tools, network infrastructure, cybersecurity strategy and evaluating emerging tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. This role requires a strategic leader who is also hands-on when needed. Compensation
Pivotal Talent Search provided pay range: Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range: $210,000.00/yr - $225,000.00/yr Additional compensation types: Annual Bonus Responsibilities
Lead a small IT team and third-party vendors. Develop the organization’s overall IT strategy, including cybersecurity, AI adoption, and IT operations to align with organizational goals and objectives. Identify and implement emerging technologies that improve efficiency, strengthen security, and create value for the organization. Monitor cybersecurity threats and partner with external vendors as needed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support initiatives and daily operations. Identify AI and emerging technologies that can enhance workflows, reduce risk, and strengthen service delivery. Develop and promote IT and AI governance standards to ensure responsible, secure, and ethical use across the organization. Stay informed about new technologies and AI workplace tools; advise leadership to advance the company mission. Collaborate to develop the company's AI roadmap. Develop and enforce endpoint security policies and conditional access configurations, ensuring compliance with security standards. Conduct risk assessments and assist with incident response, threat mitigation, and device lockdown procedures. Maintain documentation and evidence of compliance activities for internal and external review. Manage provisioning, configuration, and deployment of laptops and phones across Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android. MDM administration and policy development for full-disk encryption, anti-virus software, and secure boot configurations. Oversee hardware inventory management, patching, and updates for all operating systems and devices; administer user accounts across workspace tools. Implement, manage and collaborate on SSO integrations across workspace platforms. Oversee and optimize office infrastructure, including Wi-Fi, firewalls (Ubiquiti, Meraki), A/V systems, printers, docks, and monitors; ensure secure access policies and segmented networks. Lead and support the IT team, with hands-on problem-solving as needed and coordination with external vendors for escalation. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field. At least 10 years of progressive IT experience, including staff and vendor management and hands-on systems administration. Experience developing IT strategy for office infrastructure, endpoint management, SaaS platforms, and security. Strong knowledge of network management, endpoint security, and SaaS administration; hands-on experience with MDM systems, SSO solutions, and enterprise collaboration tools (Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom). Familiarity with AI applications for business operations and cybersecurity contexts. Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Information Technology, Strategy/Planning, and Management Industries
Services for Renewable Energy Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing. Get notified about new Director of Information Technology jobs in Oakland, CA. Additional location mentions and related job postings are not part of the core description.
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