IT Director: Strategic Tech Leader & Cybersecurity

Downtown Boulder Partnership; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Stardom Employment Consultants in Chicago, IL seeks an IT Director to lead technology strategy, oversee development and management of IT systems, and ensure security, scalability, and alignment with business goals.

This leadership role requires a seasoned executive capable of guiding teams, managing budgets, collaborating with senior stakeholders, and driving innovation across the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT management experience with leadership responsibilities.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Certifications such as PMP, CISSP, ITIL are desirable.
• Strong strategic planning and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IT strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor IT team; foster excellence, innovation and continual improvement.
• Oversee IT infrastructure including networks, servers, cloud services and enterprise applications.
• Develop cybersecurity strategies and policies; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage IT budget, vendor relationships and contracts to balance cost and performance.
• Lead IT projects; collaborate with other departments to deliver business value.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and assess their impact on the business.

Skills

IT Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Problem-Solving

Cybersecurity Understanding

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in IT/CS

MBA is a plus

Job description

Stardom Employment Consultants in Chicago, IL seeks an IT Director to lead technology strategy, oversee development and management of IT systems, and ensure security, scalability, and alignment with business goals.

This leadership role requires a seasoned executive capable of guiding teams, managing budgets, collaborating with senior stakeholders, and driving innovation across the organization.