IT Director: Multi-State Auto Retail & Security

Germain Cadillac Co; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401(k) Employer Match

Paid Vacation/Company Holidays

Competitive Wage Plans

Ongoing Professional Development

Job summary

Germain Motor Company in Columbus, OH seeks a Director of Information Technology to lead IT strategy, operations, and security across multiple states. This hands-on leadership role guides a regional team and partners with dealership leadership to align technology with business goals.

The candidate will manage networks, security, identity management, and enterprise systems while driving standardization, scalability, and cost efficiency across sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive IT experience including leadership of multi-location teams.
• Strong working knowledge of enterprise networking, cybersecurity, Microsoft 365, identity management, and IT infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience managing technology vendors, projects, budgets, and service delivery.
• Hands-on willingness to stay technically engaged when needed and to communicate with non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT leadership across multiple states, ensuring responsive support and standardized processes.
• Oversee infrastructure, cybersecurity, and vendor relationships to protect and improve systems.
• Manage dealership systems, CRM, DMS integrations, and OEM applications.
• Develop and execute an IT roadmap aligned with business goals and measure performance.

Skills

Leadership

IT Operations

Strategic Planning

Budget Management

Vendor Management

Cybersecurity

Networking

Team Development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Relevant certifications

Tools

Microsoft 365

Cisco Networking

SonicWall

ITSM tools

Job description

Germain Motor Company in Columbus, OH seeks a Director of Information Technology to lead IT strategy, operations, and security across multiple states. This hands-on leadership role guides a regional team and partners with dealership leadership to align technology with business goals.

The candidate will manage networks, security, identity management, and enterprise systems while driving standardization, scalability, and cost efficiency across sites.