Director of IT/VCIO

Company: Optello
Location: Hartford
Posted on: February 20, 2021

Job Description:

We are seeking a Director of IT/VCIO to provide planning, budgeting, and strategic direction to our clients in relation to information technology and systems.

We are looking for a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a strong technical background. You should be used to working in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment both independently or with a team of experts. You should enjoy the challenge of solving practical problems while handling a number of variables. You must feel confident in presenting your ideas to high level executives and can share your expertise in non-technical language.

• Please note that this is not a remote position - you must live within a commuting distance to Hartford, CT to be considered.
  What You Will Be Doing
  
  • Conducting regular status and business review meetings for each client to understand short and long term business goals
  • Creating, presenting, and implementing annual technology road-maps, budgets, and reports for each client
  • Communicating potential risks related to cyber-security, network security and industry specific compliance
  • Identifying new opportunities to use technology to streamline business processes
  • Overseeing internal support and engineering resources to ensure successful delivery of services to clients
  • Educating clients on current technology trends relevant to their specific industry
  • Providing technical guidance, counsel, and direction for all individuals on team, as needed, to resolve technical issues
    What You Need for this Position
    
    • 10+ years of experience in server hardware and network infrastructure including design and implementation
    • 3-5 years management experience including preparation of IT strategic roadmaps and budgeting
    • 5-10 years of experience with Microsoft Operating Systems and Applications
    • Previous project management experience
    • Prior experience in a Managed Service Provider or IT Consulting environment preferred
    • Exceptional attention to detail and highly organized
    • Able to work on and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
    • Proven ability to present confidently to C-Suite or equivalent
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with teammates, management, clients, vendors and subcontractors
      What's In It for You
      
      • Competitive pay
      • Quarterly Bonuses
      • Progressive PTO
      • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability available
      • Tax deferred retirement plan with company match
      • Career Development and Coaching
      • Fun work environment!
        So, if you are a Director of IT/VCIO with experience, please apply today!
        
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