director of it

$150,000 - $200,000/Yr

Randstad - Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

Full-time - Director

Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Director of IT at Randstad US is responsible for overseeing the technology landscape of the Terminal, ensuring that IT operations align with strategic goals. This role involves managing IT staff, collaborating with various departments, and implementing technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency and security. The position requires a strong background in IT management, project management, and team leadership, with a focus on delivering reliable technology services.

Responsibilities

• Identify technology needs and create a technology roadmap for the Terminal.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand their requirements.
• Evaluate and select vendors, hardware, and software that align with the Terminal's roadmap.
• Supervise IT staff, assign objectives, tasks, and set priorities.
• Recruit, train, and coach employees, ensuring they have the necessary tools and resources.
• Manage the Terminal's technology landscape and deliver on key metrics around cyber security and system reliability.
• Maintain and support procedures to ensure reliability of technology to support operations.
• Ensure the security of data, network access, and backup systems.
• Plan, organize, and control IT projects, implementing and coordinating systems, policies, and procedures.
• Handle annual budgets and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Identify and address problematic areas, implementing strategic solutions in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Over 8 years of total IT management experience with Windows administration and VMware administration.
• Experience with technology for the industry, including Gate Operating Systems and Terminal Operating Systems.
• Expertise in Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, WSUS, and Active Directory Services.
• Intermediate knowledge of VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter.
• Intermediate understanding of Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with OCR software and tools.
• Understanding of stevedoring operations and logistics.
• Experience with automation software and tools specific to the stevedoring industry.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $150,000 - $200,000 per year.
• Permanent position with full-time hours.