Director, Enterprise Technology & Strategy

Utah SHRM; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SHRM, located in Alexandria, VA, seeks a Director of Enterprise Technology to lead the strategy and governance of our technology environment. You will oversee architecture, roadmap, and investments to enable business objectives while managing risk and security concerns.

You will chair governance forums, coordinate with vendors and MSPs, and drive portfolio decisions that balance cost with strategic impact. This role blends senior leadership with hands-on transformation.

Qualifications

• Ten (10) or more years of leadership experience in enterprise technology, infrastructure, or IT management.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, Microsoft technologies, cybersecurity, networking, and identity management.
• Experience leading enterprise technology governance, strategic planning, portfolio management, and technology investment decisions.
• Ability to translate complex technology concepts into business-focused recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute SHRM's enterprise technology strategy, roadmap, and investment priorities.
• Chair the Technology Operating Steering Committee and establish governance processes.
• Provide executive oversight of co-sourced technology operations and managed services.
• Lead portfolio planning and governance, prioritizing initiatives by alignment and impact.
• Oversee cybersecurity strategy, risk management, regulatory compliance, and information security initiatives.
• Manage relationships with vendors, cloud providers, MSPs, and strategic partners.
• Foster partnerships across the business to align technology with strategy.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Tech governance

Cybersecurity

Vendor management

Stakeholder comms

Budget oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Location

Alexandria, VA

Compensation

$150,000 to $180,000 per year.

About Us

SHRM is a member-driven catalyst for creating better workplaces where people and businesses thrive together. As the trusted authority on all things work, SHRM is the foremost expert, researcher, advocate, and thought leader on issues and innovations impacting today’s evolving workplaces. With nearly 340,000 members in 180 countries, SHRM touches the lives of more than 362 million workers and their families globally.

Company

SHRM

Industry

Human Resource Management

Job Family

Technology - General

Work Environment

Hybrid Schedule (3 Days In-Office/2 Days Remote). This position follows a hybrid work schedule, with Tuesday through Thursday in office and Monday and Friday ...

Position Summary

The Director, Enterprise Technology provides strategic leadership, governance, and executive oversight for SHRM's enterprise technology environment, ensuring ...

Responsibilities

Enterprise Technology Strategy

Develop and execute SHRM's enterprise technology strategy, roadmap, operating plan, architecture principles, and investment priorities aligned with ...

Enterprise Technology Governance

Chair the Technology Operating Steering Committee and establish governance processes that prioritize initiatives, manage technology risk, and support executive ...

Enterprise Technology Operations & Infrastructure

Provide executive oversight of SHRM's co-sourced technology operating model, ensuring managed service providers deliver high-quality, cost-effective ...

Technology Portfolio & Digital Enablement

Lead enterprise technology portfolio planning and governance, prioritizing initiatives based on strategic alignment, organizational impact, risk, available ...

Cybersecurity, Risk & Business Continuity

Provide executive oversight of cybersecurity strategy, technology risk management, regulatory compliance, and information security initiatives in partnership with ...

Vendor, Financial & Contract Management

Manage executive relationships with managed service providers, software vendors, cloud providers, consultants, and strategic technology partners. Lead ...

Leadership & Organizational Collaboration

Translate complex technology concepts into clear, business-focused recommendations for executives and stakeholders. Foster strong partnerships across ...

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field or relevant equivalent experience in lieu of degree ...

Experience

Ten (10) or more years of progressive leadership experience in enterprise technology, infrastructure, or information technology management. Demonstrated ...

Knowledge

Strong knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, Microsoft technologies, cybersecurity, networking, identity management, collaboration ...

Proficiency

Experience leading enterprise technology governance, strategic planning, portfolio management, and technology investment decisions. Experience leading ...

Skills

Demonstrated ability to develop and execute enterprise technology strategies that support organizational objectives. Exceptional leadership ...

Certification

One or more of the following certifications is preferred: ITIL Foundation or higher. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). Certified Information ...

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and using office ...

Legal Disclaimer

SHRM is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At SHRM, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. SHRM strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

Website: www.shrm.org