IT & Systems Development (Director)

Role: IT & Systems Development (Director)



Location: Arlington, Texas,



Employment Type: 6 months Contract to hire

We are seeking a highly skilled Director of IT & Systems Development (Director) who will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the IT and Systems Development teams and projects. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring that projects and tasks are executed successfully, on time, and within scope. The Director position is primarily an in-office position.




Responsibilities
Oversee IT operations, including networks, systems, projects and security and supervise systems
Oversee IT staff and provide direction, guidance and training, specifically to project leads
Recruit and mentor IT staff, conducting performance evaluations on an annual basis
Develop strategy as it relates to the organization's IT infrastructure and company goals (computer and information systems, security, communication systems), creating processes and standards for selection, implementation, and support of systems
In coordination with the EVP, manage the development, implementation, maintenance and security of all IT systems and software
Identify security risks and implement solutions to protect company data
Assist development team in identifying and diagnosing client night batch processing issues
Consult senior-level stakeholders across the organization to identify business and technology needs and to optimize the use of information technology
Ensure smooth delivery and operation of IT services by monitoring systems performance
Work with internal and external stakeholders and clients to ensure projects are completed efficiently, accurately and on time, mitigating any issues that may arise with assistance of other departments
Oversee third-party IT vendors and consultants
In coordination with the EVP, develop, monitor and work to achieve annual goals for the department that support the overall strategic plan of the company
In coordination with the EVP, develop, manage, and track the IT department's annual budget
Performs other duties as assigned.




Required Skills
Experience with managing multiple AWS tenant environments
Proficient in C# with at least 10 years of C# development experience
Proficient in MS SQL with at least 10 years of SQL development experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent documentation skills
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and conflict resolution skills
Must possess empathy, patience, and positive attitude when assisting internal staff and external customers
Attention to detail and organization to prioritize work and complete multiple tasks efficiently and accurately
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Ability to take on a high level of responsibility, initiative, and accountability as well as exercise sound judgement in making decisions
Understanding of software development life cycle, test methodologies, and familiarity with testing tools and frameworks
Knowledge and use of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to verbally communicate complex information in a clear, organized, and concise manner
Ability to manage group dynamics, answer questions, and facilitate discussions with internal and external stakeholders
Frequently works under deadlines and in direct contact with others
Must be flexible and adapt to changes in assignments and work schedules




Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
10 years of experience working in IT with at least 5 years of experience in IT operations, supervising technology teams, and overseeing large information technology projects
Excellent understanding of computer systems, security, network and systems administration, databases, cloud services, and data storage systems, and telecommunications