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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of IT - **Company:** CSS, Inc. - **Location:** Menlo Park, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Data Centers, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, IT Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Configuration and Change Management, Virtualization Technology, Wide Area Networks, Computer Networking Systems, Computer Network Technologies, Firewalls (Computer Science), Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Amazon Relational Database Service, Information Technology, Cybercrime, Performance Monitor, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** June 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e6805efd-7ade-4fad-acca-4e5ff0d80166 ## About the Role * Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master''s degree is a plus. * Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT, with at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role. * Extensive experience with networking technologies, infrastructure management, and AWS cloud services. * Proficiency in networking technologies (LAN, WAN, VPN, firewall, etc.). * Strong knowledge of server and storage systems, virtualization, and data centers. * Expertise in AWS services, architecture, and best practices. * Experience with IT security protocols and compliance standards, SOC 2 preferred. * Excellent leadership and team management skills. * Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. * Effective communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. ## Description We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of IT to oversee and manage our Dev Ops and IT strategy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in networking, infrastructure management, AWS cloud services and cybersecurity. This role will be pivotal in maintaining and enhancing our IT systems to support our business operations and growth. The Director of IT is a hybrid position (onsite 2-3 days per week) and reports to the VP of IT/IS., * IT Leadership and Strategy: * Develop and implement IT strategies aligned with the company''s scaling goals. * Lead and manage the IT team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. * Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the company''s cloud infrastructure and set it up as a service for the organizations. Networking and Infrastructure: * Ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of our networking systems. * Manage network configuration, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting. * Oversee the setup, configuration, and maintenance of servers, storage, and other infrastructure components. * Implement and manage disaster recovery and business continuity plans. AWS Cloud Management: * Design and manage AWS cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability, performance, and security. * Oversee the strategy, deployment and management of AWS services, including EC2, S3, RDS, and VPC. * Optimize cloud resources for cost-efficiency and performance. * Implement and manage cloud security policies and procedures. Security and Compliance: * Ensure IT security measures are in place and regularly updated to protect against data breaches and cyber threats. * Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, including HIPAA, SOC 2 and other relevant guidelines. * Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments. Project Management: * Lead IT projects from conception through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support IT needs for various initiatives. * Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for IT services and products. 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