Strategic IT Director — Finance (Growth & Security)

Ascendo Resources; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is excited to present a Strategic IT Director position in the Financial Services sector located in Miami, FL. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of IT management experience, strong cloud computing and network administration skills, and a deep understanding of regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include collaborating with leadership on technology initiatives, overseeing vendor performance, and leading disaster recovery strategies. Medical insurance, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan are included as part of the benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or relevant technical field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in Information Technology.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance standards related to the financial sector.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with executive leadership to align technology initiatives with organizational goals.
• Oversee third-party vendors to ensure performance and security compliance.
• Lead disaster recovery protocols and business continuity strategies.
• Select and deploy hardware and software to enhance efficiency.
• Resolve escalated technical incidents and infrastructure challenges.
• Manage technology budget for effective resource utilization.
• Enforce cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data.

Skills

Cloud computing

Network administration

Infrastructure management

Strategic thinking

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is excited to present a Strategic IT Director position in the Financial Services sector located in Miami, FL. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of IT management experience, strong cloud computing and network administration skills, and a deep understanding of regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include collaborating with leadership on technology initiatives, overseeing vendor performance, and leading disaster recovery strategies. Medical insurance, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan are included as part of the benefits.