IT Director

Relative Auto Service, Inc.
Chicago, United States of America
5 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary to permanent
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 156K

Job location

Chicago, United States of America

Tech stack

Applications Architecture
Business Software
Business Systems
Cloud Computing
Computer Security
Disaster Recovery
Identity and Access Management
IT Management
Interoperability
Network Security
Service Development Studio
Security Information and Event Management
Systems Integration
Software Vulnerability Management
Enterprise Software Applications
Cloud Platform System
Information Technology
3-tier Architectures

Job description

  • Design and implement enterprise infrastructure across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments.
  • Lead modernization initiatives across servers, virtualization, networking, storage, and cloud platforms.
  • Architect and maintain high-availability, backup, and disaster recovery solutions.
  • Establish and enforce technical standards, governance, and documentation practices.
  • Lead deployment and integration of enterprise business systems such as ERP, CRM, and other line-of-business applications.
  • Design secure, scalable, and resilient application architectures.
  • Support identity and access management, system integration, and interoperability across platforms.
  • Provide Tier 3 / escalation-level support across infrastructure, applications, and security domains.
  • Serve as a senior technical advisor to leadership and stakeholders on architecture, security, and technology strategy.
  • Implement and optimize cybersecurity solutions including firewalls, EDR/XDR, SIEM, IAM, vulnerability management, and data protection.
  • Conduct security assessments, incident response, and remediation planning.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers while helping scale technical operations and best practices.
  • Contribute to long-term technology roadmap, strategic planning, and service development initiatives.
  • Define cybersecurity offerings, delivery methodologies, and technical standards for consulting services.
  • Participate in client discovery, solution design, and proposal development.

Requirements

We are seeking an experienced IT Director with a strong background in enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity, and application architecture to support the delivery of complex technology initiatives and the development of a new consulting practice. The successful candidate will operate as a hands-on technical leader, working across infrastructure, security, and business systems while partnering with leadership and clients to design and implement scalable, secure solutions., * 8+ years of progressive experience in Information Technology, with a focus on enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity, or architecture.

  • Proven experience leading complex technical projects end-to-end across infrastructure and application environments.
  • Demonstrated expertise in network security, cloud platforms, identity and access management, and enterprise systems.
  • Strong client-facing communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business solutions.
  • Experience designing and implementing secure, scalable architectures across hybrid and cloud environments.
  • Ability to operate independently in high-responsibility, fast-paced, and growth-oriented environments.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution.
  • Strong understanding of IT governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
  • Experience with tools and platforms related to infrastructure management, security monitoring, and system integration.

Preferred

  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CEH, or equivalent.
  • Experience contributing to or building consulting practices, service offerings, or technical go-to-market strategies.
  • Background in financial services, asset management, or family office environments., * Post-secondary degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline.

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