Head of IT Strategy, Security & Operations

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc.; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 182,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. seeks an IT Director to shape and execute the technology strategy in support of organizational goals.

You will collaborate with executives to define a long-term IT roadmap, set architectural direction, and ensure delivery of all IT functions as a strategic enablement across the business. The role requires extensive leadership experience, expertise in infrastructure and security, and a track record of delivering cost-effective IT solutions while driving

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS, or equivalent; MBA/Master’s degree preferred.
• 15+ years of broad-based Information Technology experience.
• 10+ years of leadership experience within an Information Technology function.
• Experience leading large-scale system deployments and optimization projects across multiple business domains.
• Experience developing innovative IT processes and procedures to support rapid organizational growth.
• Experience engaging with executives, stakeholders, and vendors to align IT with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic IT plans, aligning with business goals.
• Oversee infrastructure, information systems, data management, and enterprise security.
• Manage IT operations, supervise the IT department, and evaluate performance.
• Collaborate with the executive team and vendors to ensure alignment with objectives.

Skills

IT leadership

Strategic planning

Vendor management

Stakeholder engagement

Cybersecurity

Data center operations

Communication

Change management

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/MIS

MBA preferred

Job description

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. seeks an IT Director to shape and execute the technology strategy in support of organizational goals.

You will collaborate with executives to define a long-term IT roadmap, set architectural direction, and ensure delivery of all IT functions as a strategic enablement across the business. The role requires extensive leadership experience, expertise in infrastructure and security, and a track record of delivering cost-effective IT solutions while driving