Associate Director of Information Technology

LeaderHub; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary AEC consulting firm is seeking an experienced Associate IT Director in Indianapolis to lead IT operations and ensure strategic alignment with business objectives. This full-time role demands strong leadership with a focus on cybersecurity, collaboration tools, and vendor management. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in IT or related fields and have significant experience in IT management. The firm emphasizes security, operational efficiency, and innovation in delivering complex projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive IT experience, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong technical background in enterprise IT systems and security best practices.
• Ability to manage IT operations across distributed locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee enterprise IT systems and ensure high performance across multiple locations.
• Implement and maintain strong security measures for data protection.
• Align IT services with organizational needs and drive technology adoption.

Skills

IT Operations Management

Cybersecurity

Vendor Management

Leadership

Collaboration Tools (Microsoft 365)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Windows Server

Active Directory

Exchange Online

Microsoft 365

Azure

Bentley

Autodesk

Job description

Associate Director of Information Technology

Position: Associate IT Director

Location: Indianapolis, IN (Onsite)

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Associate IT Director to help lead our IT operations in a multi-disciplinary Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) consulting company. The Associate IT Director will work in close partnership with the IT Director to provide both strategic and operational leadership, ensuring that our technology environment is secure, reliable, and aligned with business objectives. This role oversees daily IT operations, drives enterprise technology initiatives, and supports the company’s mission of delivering complex projects through innovation and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• IT Operations & Infrastructure: Oversee enterprise IT systems across headquarters and 20+ remote offices, server, storage, virtualization, and network operations; ensure high performance and scalability of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) including GPU workloads for design applications such as Bentley and Autodesk; lead upgrades, migrations, and system integrations across cloud and on-premises platforms.
• Cybersecurity & Compliance: Implement and maintain strong security measures to protect company and client data; ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements, including projects involving sensitive government contracts; partner with security and compliance teams to enforce IT policies, monitoring, and incident response.
• Collaboration & Business Alignment: Work closely with business leaders, project managers, and technical staff to align IT services with organizational needs; drive adoption and optimization of collaboration tools (Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint); evaluate and recommend emerging technologies to improve efficiency and support growth.
• Leadership & Staff Management: Supervise, mentor, and develop IT team members; provide leadership and direction in the absence of the IT Director; oversee vendor and contractor relationships, including negotiation of service-level agreements and contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive IT experience, with at least 5+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong technical background in Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange Online; virtualization and VDI environments; Microsoft 365 and Azure cloud platforms; networking, firewalls, and enterprise security best practices.
• Familiarity with AEC industry workflows and applications such as Bentley, Autodesk, and other design platforms.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and vendor management skills.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage IT operations across distributed locations.
• Business-oriented mindset with a focus on enabling project delivery and growth.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Industries: Civil Engineering, Construction, and Building Construction