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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of IT - **Company:** Everforth CyberCoders - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $180,000.0 - $245,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Bash Shell, VoIP, Cisco PIX, Cyber Security, Databases, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Monitoring of Systems, Hyper-V, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, MySQL, Nagios, Network Architecture, Network Segmentation, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Public Key Infrastructure, Windows PowerShell, Ansible, Prometheus, Security Information and Event Management, Software Deployment, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, Wide Area Networks, Datadog, Transport Layer Security, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Load Balancing, Okta, System Availability, IT Architecture, Switching Technologies Hardware, QRadar, Firewalls (Computer Science), Cloudformation, Microsoft InTune, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Patch Management, Cloud Migration, Smartgrid, Terraform, Splunk, Commvault, Docker, Servicenow, Vmware - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=635ab56eda506aab ## About the Role Do you have experience in Stakeholder relationship building?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred. * 10+ years of progressive IT experience with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing cross functional infrastructure, operations and security teams. * Proven track record leading cloud migrations and hybrid infrastructure programs (Azure strongly preferred; experience with AWS and GCP a plus). * Hands on technical expertise in infrastructure architecture: Windows Server, Linux administration, Active Directory, identity and access management (Okta), LAN/WAN, VLAN, TCP/IP, SDWAN, firewalls/NGFW/Cisco ASA, HyperV, VMware, SAN/NAS storage, load balancing and CDN. * Demonstrated experience with monitoring & observability (Datadog, Prometheus, Nagios), SIEM (Splunk, QRadar), ITSM/ServiceNow, backup solutions (Commvault), and enterprise database administration (SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle). * Strong security and compliance background including vulnerability and patch management, PKI & encryption, SSL/TLS, incident response, SOC2, GDPR and HIPAA requirements. * Proficient in DevOps, automation and scripting: Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, Python, Bash, PowerShell, Docker and Kubernetes. * Experience with application delivery, ERP/CRM platforms, telephony/VoIP/unified communications and endpoint management (Intune). * Track record managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and overseeing budgets and cost optimization for cloud and on prem resources. * Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to translate technical concepts for executives and business partners. * Relevant certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CCNP/CCIE, Microsoft Azure/AWS certifications, ITIL, PMP or equivalent. * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment, with strong problem solving, strategic thinking and decision making skills. ## Description The Chicago location serves as the company's primary innovation, engineering, and manufacturing hub, where teams develop and produce medium- and high-voltage switching equipment, smart grid automation systems, energy storage solutions, and power quality technologies. This facility also houses advanced R and D capabilities focused on grid modernization, automation, and resiliency technologies designed to support a more sustainable and outage-resistant power grid., We are seeking an experienced Director of IT to lead and evolve our technology infrastructure, security, and operations. This role will define IT strategy, drive cloud migrations and modernization efforts, ensure high availability and security of systems, and manage crossfunctional teams and vendor relationships to support business objectives and regulatory compliance., * Develop and execute a multiyear IT strategy and roadmap aligned to business goals, emphasizing infrastructure architecture, cloud adoption, reliability, security and cost optimization. * Lead end-to-end cloud migration projects (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid infrastructure initiatives; design target architectures and migration plans using Infrastructure as Code where appropriate (CloudFormation, Terraform). * Own the enterprise infrastructure stack including Windows Server, Linux administration, Active Directory, identity and access management (Okta), virtualization (HyperV, VMware), storage (SAN, NAS), load balancing, CDN and application delivery. * Define and operate network architecture and security: LAN/WAN, VLANs, TCP/IP, SDWAN, firewalls/NGFW (including Cisco ASA), VPNs and network segmentation. * Build and manage a robust cybersecurity program: security architecture, vulnerability management, patch management, PKI/SSL/TLS, encryption, endpoint management (Intune), Mobile Device Management, SIEM (Splunk, QRadar), incident response and threat detection. * Oversee monitoring and observability platforms (Datadog, Prometheus, Nagios), ITSM tooling (ServiceNow), capacity and performance planning, and production incident management to meet SLAs. * Define and maintain Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity plans, runbooks, testing, and backup/recovery solutions (Commvault or equivalent). * Drive DevOps and automation practices across teams: CI/CD, containers and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes), scripting and automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell, Ansible), and apply infrastructure as code for repeatability and governance. * Manage enterprise applications and platforms including ERP/CRM, databases (SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle), and provide guidance on application delivery, tuning and scalability. * Lead vendor and contract management, procurement and third party risk assessments; negotiate SOWs and manage relationships with MSPs, cloud providers and hardware/software vendors. * Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards (SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA) and partner with legal and compliance functions to complete audits and remediation. * Own IT budget planning and forecasting, optimize costs across cloud and on prem environments, and report technology metrics to executive leadership and board as required. * Recruit, mentor and grow a high performing IT organization; set goals, perform performance reviews, and create career development plans for team members. ## Related Videos - [Getting under the skin: The Social Engineering techniques](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/38-getting-under-the-skin-the-social-engineering-techniques) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [My journey into DevOps world - How it all started!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/545-my-journey-into-devops-world-how-it-all-started) - [Coding for Good: Achieving social change with an app](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1645-coding-for-good-achieving-social-change-with-an-app) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) ## 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) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)