Director of Information Technology

The Director of Information Technology will manage and direct the company’s information technology (IT) operations, ensuring the department provides an efficient and effective technical support service.

Bridge is committed to building a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of color and other ethnic backgrounds to apply!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Leads development and implementation processes for the organization’s IT systems and department.
• Develops and implements business continuity protocols to minimize disruption to business operations in the event of emergency situations or data loss.
• Establishes efficiency and efficacy standards, providing recommendations for improvement of IT infrastructure.
• Analyzes IT infrastructure and systems performance to assess operating costs, productivity levels, upgrade requirements, and other metrics and needs.
• Oversees security of systems, networks, and enterprise information.
• Facilitates IT security audits or investigations.
• Develops and maintains relationships with external IT vendors and service providers.
• Coordinates multisite IT systems via enterprise resource planning (ERP).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Hires and trains IT Team members.
• Schedules, organizes, and assigns projects to members of the IT team.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the latest technology for IT systems and management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and management skills.
• Excellent people skills.
• Through understanding of IT and practical applications to support the Bridge’s goals.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science required; master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• At least 7 years of experience managing an IT department.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The benefits of working at Bridge include:

• Bridge offers a robust benefits package which includes coverage through BCBS for medical, pharmacy and dental. Vision through EyeMed. And a 401K with 3% matching after a year of employment, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, 13 holidays, sick and vacation time as well as a birthday benefit!