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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of Information Technology - **Company:** FORTUNA INC - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $165,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Wireless LAN, Adobe Creative Cloud, Amazon Web Services, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Business Software, Cisco Hardwares, CompTIA Security+, Cursor, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Email Filtering, Identity and Access Management, Information Technology Operations, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Windows PowerShell, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft SharePoint, Virtual Local Area Networks, Software Vulnerability Management, Scripting, Transport Layer Security, Microsoft Power Automate, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft InTune, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Casper Suite, Gsuite, Hardware Asset Management, Zendesk, DocuSign, Workday - **Published:** September 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4c61df337910a7d5 ## About the Role Minimum 5 years of experience in IT operations or infrastructure required. 10-12 years, including 2+ years managing people, preferred. Strong Microsoft 365 and Azure AD / Entra ID administration Deep, hands-on networking expertise (LAN/WLAN, VLANs, DNS/DHCP, VPN, firewall policy, multi-site connectivity); this is a hard requirement Deep, hands-on security expertise (IAM, endpoint security, patch and vulnerability management, MFA/conditional access, incident response); this is a hard requirement Experience supporting global, distributed offices across time zones Strong communication skills and the judgment to explain risk and tradeoffs to non-technical executives Preferred Qualifications Scripting or light development skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash, JavaScript) Hands-on experience with Cursor, Claude Code, or similar AI-assisted development tools MDM at scale (Jamf and/or Intune) and zero-touch deployment Track record of automating manual IT processes Media, publishing, or live events environment experience Vendor negotiation and IT budget ownership Relevant certifications (CCNA/CCNP, CISSP, Security+, Microsoft 365/Azure) welcome but not required ## Description We are looking for a hands on Director of IT to own the technology backbone the company runs on: identity, endpoints, networking, security, collaboration tooling, and office infrastructure. You will lead a team of two and be personally accountable for both day-to-day service quality and the long-term modernisation of how IT operates. This is a working leadership role, reporting to the VP of Engineering. You will be in the systems, not just managing the queue. We are a Microsoft shop, a fixed constraint, not a preference. You will own the following end to end (administration, security, vendor relationship, roadmap): Identity & Access: Azure AD, MFA (Microsoft Authenticator), M365 and Google Workspace account lifecycle, LastPass, badge management Endpoints & Asset Lifecycle: Jamf, Intune (MDM), laptop builds, hardware asset management Network & Infrastructure: Cisco Meraki, VPN, DNS (AWS), SSL, Azure VMs/VNETs, WS_FTP Security & Compliance: CrowdStrike, Arctic Wolf, Proofpoint/Exchange spam filtering, Microsoft Purview M365 & Google Workspace: Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Forms, Google Workspace administration Collaboration: Zoom, Slack Service Desk: Zendesk Business Applications & Automation: WoodWing, Power Automate, DocuSign, Atlassian, Workday, Adobe Creative Cloud, Claude, Cursor Office Systems & AV: PaperCut, video displays, security cameras, video platforms Responsibilities Manage, coach and grow a team of two (systems administration and video/AV support) Support offices and remote staff across New York, London and Asia, coordinating across time zones with local vendors and facilities partners Support live and hybrid events, executive meetings, and newsroom broadcast needs Own the IT budget, vendor renewals, license management, and contract negotiation Serve as the single point of accountability for corporate IT, partnering with Engineering, HR, Finance, Legal and Facilities ## Related Videos - [".Net is too slow" was not an option](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100176-net-is-too-slow-was-not-an-option) - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - How DevRel Makes Tech More Human](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2149-wearedevelopers-live-how-devrel-makes-tech-more-human) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025)