IT Lead — Enterprise Operations & Strategy

Port of New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Port of New Orleans is seeking an experienced IT leader to drive enterprise technology operations, mentor a high-performing team, and deliver innovative technology solutions that advance the Port's mission and support operational excellence.

Lead enterprise IT operations, governance, and project delivery, while managing vendor relationships and aligning technology with strategic business goals to provide secure and scalable services.

Qualifications

• Requires extensive IT leadership experience and strategic oversight.
• Experience leading enterprise IT operations, governance, and budgets.
• Strong collaboration with business leaders and vendors to deliver IT solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing IT team with strategic direction.
• Oversee enterprise applications, IT support, service desk, and security.
• Align IT investments with organizational goals and ensure reliable, scalable services.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Vendor management

Strategic planning

Customer-focused IT services

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Master’s degree in Information Technology

Associate’s degree in Information Technology

Six years IT experience

Bachelor’s degree + 24 IT hours + 3 years experience

Job description

The Port of New Orleans is seeking an experienced IT leader to drive enterprise technology operations, mentor a high-performing team, and deliver innovative technology solutions that advance the Port's mission and support operational excellence.

Lead enterprise IT operations, governance, and project delivery, while managing vendor relationships and aligning technology with strategic business goals to provide secure and scalable services.