Director of Information Technology

IB Abel Inc•Springettsbury Township, PA

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About The Position

IB Abel is seeking an experienced Director of Information Technology to manage and maintain the company’s technological systems and networks. The role drives IT best practices, including adoption of new technologies, change management, and future capacity planning. It works with internal partners and external experts to apply appropriate skills, tools, capabilities, and technology to business needs, and participates in strategic planning, analysis, and risk assessments for technology opportunities. The Director ensures IT operations are efficient, secure, and functional while aligning with company goals and industry standards. The position oversees IT strategy and innovation; infrastructure, systems, networks, and telecommunications; cybersecurity, risk management, compliance, and recovery processes; technical support and service delivery; IT project implementation; and the development and training of IT team members. The role is based in the York, Pennsylvania area, with occasional travel to other offices, customer facilities, jobsites, and yard locations. Work from home is possible when appropriate.

Requirements

An acceptable combination of education and/or work experience in IT operations.
Five or more years of progressive experience in IT operations, infrastructure management, systems administration, or technology management.
Demonstrated experience managing IT projects, implementing technology solutions, and supporting business systems.
A can-do attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to collaborate effectively with various teams.
Local to York, Pennsylvania, with occasional travel to other offices, customer facilities, jobsites, and yard locations for offsite meetings; flexibility to work from home when appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a similar field.
Prior experience leading IT personnel, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, or managing technology service providers.
Experience supporting a multi-department organization with diverse operational and technology needs.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing the company’s technology strategy, vision, and capacity plans to meet future business needs.
Evaluate technological advancements and industry trends, and recommend solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity.
Analyze business needs, evaluate systems and technologies, assess return on investment, and champion implementation and adoption.
Manage the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, networks, and telecommunications.
Monitor, maintain, and manage network architecture and critical business systems.
Forecast organizational technology needs and recommend appropriate hardware, software, network, security, and cloud-based services.
Manage the technical aspects of communication and document management tools, including Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
Develop and implement security plans and protocols to protect organizational data, network access, and backup systems.
Oversee cybersecurity and data protection initiatives, including regular security assessments and risk management activities.
Implement and maintain backup, disaster recovery, information security, and internal control procedures.
Ensure technology systems and practices support applicable security requirements, regulatory obligations, and organizational policies.
Oversee technical support and troubleshooting to resolve issues and minimize disruptions to business operations.
Diagnose and resolve technical issues proactively to maintain system reliability and performance.
Coordinate with HR to ensure new employees receive appropriate hardware, software, and technology resources.
Maintain reliable and effective IT services supporting employees across the organization.
Manage technology projects from planning and implementation through deployment and ongoing evaluation.
Coordinate implementation of new or modified technologies to support business requirements.
Partner with other departments to evaluate solutions, assess business impact, and facilitate successful technology adoption.
Lead, develop, and support IT team members to ensure effective service delivery and achievement of departmental objectives.
Coordinate with other departments to develop and deliver training for existing, new, and emerging technologies.
Foster continuous learning, collaboration, and process improvement.