Director, Business Systems and Technology

IMDiversity Inc.; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

MIT’s Department of Facilities seeks a Director, Business Systems and Technology to provide strategic and operational leadership for CSS’s business systems and technology portfolio.

You will lead enterprise applications, solution architecture, systems integration, modernization, and technology investments in a complex environment, translating needs into integrated technology strategies and managing from design to adoption.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, business, technology, computer science, or a related field.
• At least ten years of progressive experience in business systems and IT leadership.
• Experience defining enterprise systems strategy and multi-year roadmaps.
• Experience managing a diverse portfolio of enterprise applications and vendor contracts.
• Ability to lead managers and influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for CSS’ business systems and technology portfolio.
• Lead business applications, solution architecture, systems integration, modernization, and technology investments.
• Translate business needs into integrated technology strategies and manage from design to adoption and support.
• Partner with IS&T, BDTO, vendors, and stakeholders to advocate for CSS priorities and advance MIT’s ERP transformation.

Skills

IT leadership

Stakeholder communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems, business, technology, CS or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Director, Business Systems and Technology

Job Number: 25866

Functional Area: Information Technology

Department: Campus Services & Stewardship

School Area: Department of Facilities

Pay Range Minimum: $147,400

Pay Range Maximum: $201,020

Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)

Employment Category: Exempt

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Schedule:

Pay Grade: 12

Posting Description

DIRECTOR, BUSINESS SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY, Campus Services and Stewardship (CSS), provides strategic and operational leadership for CSS’ business systems and technology portfolio; leads business applications, solution architecture, systems integration, modernization, and technology investments in a complex enterprise environment; translates business and operational needs into integrated technology strategies, determining appropriate use of enterprise platforms, third‑party solutions, integrations, and customization; oversees solutions from design and vendor selection through implementation, adoption, support, and continuous improvement; partners with IS&T, BDTO, vendors, and stakeholders to advocate for CSS priorities, improve efficiency, reduce risk, and advance MIT’s ERP transformation.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree in information systems, business, technology, computer science, or a related field; a minimum of ten years of progressive experience in business systems, enterprise applications, IT leadership, or technology management, in complex, cross‑functional environments; experience defining and executing enterprise systems strategy and multi‑year technology roadmaps, including large‑scale implementations; experience managing a diverse portfolio of enterprise, commercial, and custom‑developed business applications, including technology planning, prioritization, and lifecycle management; experience evaluating technology solutions, managing software vendors, negotiating technology contracts, and overseeing technology investments; ability to lead managers and influence senior stakeholders; understanding of enterprise applications, system integration, application lifecycle management, and IT service delivery; understanding of financial, operational, and administrative business processes and how technology enables organizational performance; communication and leadership skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technology solutions and communicate technical concepts; sound judgment, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills. PREFERRED: Master's degree; and experience supporting complex operational environments (e.g., facilities, capital programs, utilities, or other asset‑intensive organizations).

Position has a hybrid schedule – at least 2 days on-site.