VP of Information Technology (Immediate Opening)

divh2Vice President of Information Technology/h2pRole Mission: The Vice President of Information Technology is primarily responsible for driving network strategy around maximizing value across enterprise network, architecture, data center, cyber security, network security, data centers, along with servers and storage. The VP of Information Technology works to ensure strategic excellence for the effectiveness and efficiency of all technology systems across multiple data centers. Works with cross-functional working groups focused on organizational priorities and innovations to determine technology needs and capacity. Finally, the VP will periodically serve as a proxy for the Chief Information Officer and other members of the Information Systems and Technology lead team./ppSupervisory Responsibilities:/ppAll IST lower level staff/ppLocation: This is a full-time remote position based in (Texas/Louisiana/Florida/Arkansas/Ohio) with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate./ppTravel Expectations: As needed/ppWhat Youll Do Accountabilities/ppEssential Duties:/pulliPlans, implements, and ensures integrity and service levels of the IDEA central server environment, operating systems, and storage that support the business and institutional applications and databases./liliResponsible for disaster recovery and business continuity plans./liliProvides technical consulting and strategic direction on all IST technical areas to IST leadership/liliDirects the production of appropriate operations documentation, standards, and communication./liliDirects the development and execution of industry best practices procedures to continuously monitor performance and improve operation service levels to schools and offices./li/ulpAdditional Duties and Responsibilities:/pulliAudits/liliBoard meetings/liliExecutive Presentations/li/ulpWhat You Bring Competencies/ppKnowledge and Skills:/pulliData center, network monitoring, and management tools/liliNIST, ISO security frameworks/liliVirtualization, cloud, and PaaS architectures/liliTraining design and development/liliProject management/liliOrg-wide change management/liliVendor management/liliStrong written and oral communication skills/liliLeading and developing specialist teams./liliDatabase Administration Fundamentals/liliDisaster Recovery Planning/liliProcesses, Methodologies, and Tools/liliQuality Management and Assurance/liliSystems Engineering Design/liliITIL Foundations, ITIL Managing Professional/li/ulpRequired experience:/pulliEducation: Bachelors in information systems, Computer Science, or related field/liliIntermediate to advanced mastery of AGILE and/or Waterfall project methodologies/liliExceptional quantitative and technical skills/lili5+ years leading large, scaling, and geographically diverse teams with a strong record of results./li/ulpPreferred experience:/pulliEducation: Masters preferred in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field./li/ulpPhysical Requirements:/pulliSit long periods of time/liliAbility to sustain long periods of online meetings/li/ulpWhat We Offer:/ppCompensation Benefits: Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $145,500 and $177,500, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment./ppAdditionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at IDEA Public Schools may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable./ppApplication process:/ppSubmit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible./ppLearn more about IDEA/ppAt IDEA the Staff Experience Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organizations compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io./p/div