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# IT Director | $150-$160k based on experience | Direct Hire | Fairfield, OH

- **Company:** AtWork
- **Location:** Fairfield, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Desktop Computing, Disaster Recovery, Information Technology Operations, Network Architecture, Software Vulnerability Management, Plex, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us99ebe9577bddb4b624b2c0661957d50f/eaa

## About the Role

* 3+ years of progressive IT experience, including IT operations leadership.
 * Strong knowledge of network infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, systems administration, and data protection.
 * Excellent communication and collaboration skills across all levels of an organization.
 * U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder (ITAR requirement).
 * Must speak and read English., * Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or related field.
 * 7+ years of progressive IT experience, preferably within manufacturing.
 * Experience with manufacturing systems and technology, including ERP/MRP environments.
 * Proven experience managing IT projects, vendors, budgets, and technology implementations.
 * Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
 * Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on technical problem solving.

## Description

We are seeking an experienced IT Director to lead the strategy, security, infrastructure, and day-to-day operations of our company's technology environment. This hands-on leadership role will ensure our IT systems effectively support manufacturing and business operations while maintaining a secure, reliable, and efficient technology environment.
Key Responsibilities

 * Develop and execute the company's IT strategy, roadmap, and technology priorities.
 * Oversee IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, PLEX ERP/MRP, computers, telecommunications, cloud applications, and user access.
 * Lead cybersecurity, including endpoint protection, backups, access controls, vulnerability management, incident response, and disaster recovery.
 * Oversee help desk and technical support to ensure timely resolution of employee technology issues.
 * Manage IT vendors, consultants, software providers, and service agreements.
 * Develop and manage the IT budget, including hardware, software, services, and capital expenditures.
 * Ensure compliance with applicable cybersecurity, data protection, contractual, and industry requirements.
 * Partner with executive leadership, operations, engineering, finance, HR, and other departments to identify technology needs and improve business processes.


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