IT Director

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Posted 3 days ago | Updated 2 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 120,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Pivotal
Network Administration
IT Operations
Network
Wireless Communication
Virtual Machines
Legacy Systems
Documentation
Backup
Disaster Recovery
Team Leadership
Talent Management
Mentorship
Accountability
IT Infrastructure
Leadership
Manufacturing
Computer Networking
Virtualization
Enterprise Resource Planning
Cyber Security
Regulatory Compliance
Management
Communication
Change Management

Job Details

Description

Position: IT Director
Location: Wichita KS - onsite
Salary: $120,000 base + bonus

*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***

A manufacturing company is seeking a strategic and hands-on IT leader Director of IT Infrastructure & Operations. This role is pivotal in modernizing legacy systems, advancing cybersecurity compliance, and leading IT teams.
Infrastructure & Network Management
Oversee IT operations across multiple physical locations.
Maintain and optimize network and wireless environments.
Manage virtual server environments and legacy systems.
Lead the upgrade of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Evaluate and implement modern communication systems.
Cybersecurity & Compliance
Advance organizational efforts toward cybersecurity certification and compliance.
Maintain and update security documentation and ensure alignment with regulatory standards.
Oversee secure backup and disaster recovery systems.
Ensure all systems meet applicable industry compliance requirements.
Team Leadership & Talent Development
Lead two IT sub-teams focused on infrastructure and enterprise systems.
Mentor and manage department staff, ensuring clear direction, accountability, and performance.
Identify and recruit IT talent to fill current gaps and support future growth.
Qualifications
10+ years of progressive IT infrastructure leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments.
Strong technical background in networking, virtualization, and server environments.
Experience leading ERP transitions or upgrades.
Deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards.
Proven ability to lead distributed teams and manage complex, multi-site environments.
Excellent communication and change management skills.

*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. Also, you may contact me by office: or mobile: . Or one click apply on our Robert Half website. No third party inquiries please. Our client cannot provide sponsorship and cannot hire C2C. ***

Requirements

Deskside Support, Deployments, Computer Hardware, Backup Technologies, Cisco Technologies, System Administration, Network Administration

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