Director of IT

GATEWAY CSB PEO LLC • Savannah, GA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, directs and oversees the Information Technology operations of the agency. Provides executive leadership for enterprise technology strategy, cybersecurity, information governance, infrastructure, telecommunications, enterprise applications, project management, data management, cybersecurity risk management, and digital transformation initiatives. Serves as the agency’s senior technology leader and principal advisor to executive leadership on technology planning, cybersecurity risk, information management, regulatory compliance, technology investments, business continuity, and emerging technologies. The Director of Information Technology ensures that technology services, systems, information assets, and digital platforms are secure, reliable, accessible, resilient, compliant, and aligned with the agency’s mission, strategic goals, clinical operations, administrative functions, and business objectives while supporting high-quality service delivery throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of information technology operations, infrastructure, networking, cloud computing, systems administration, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications.
• Knowledge of healthcare technology environments and information systems supporting clinical and administrative operations.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, HITECH, cybersecurity regulations, privacy requirements, records retention requirements, and applicable federal and state laws.
• Knowledge of information governance, data management, analytics, business intelligence, and reporting systems.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management methodologies, vulnerability management, identity and access management, and incident response practices.
• Knowledge of disaster recovery planning, business continuity management, and technology resilience strategies.
• Knowledge of technology budgeting, procurement, vendor management, and contract administration.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and enterprise technology implementation practices.
• Ability to analyze complex business and technology challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to communicate technical and cybersecurity concepts to executive leadership, governing bodies, regulators, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to develop strategic plans and translate organizational priorities into actionable initiatives.
• Ability to lead organizational change and technology adoption efforts.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, large-scale initiatives, and competing deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships with stakeholders, vendors, consultants, and community partners.
• Ability to develop policies, procedures, training materials, and operational documentation.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly evolving technologies and changing regulatory requirements.
• Ability to operate an agency vehicle in accordance with agency policy and applicable laws.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Health Informatics, Engineering, or a closely related field and eight (8) years of progressively responsible information technology experience, including leadership responsibility for technology operations, strategic planning, systems administration, cybersecurity, and complex technology projects; OR Associate degree in a related field and ten (10) years of progressively responsible information technology experience with demonstrated leadership responsibility for technology operations and enterprise technology initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Health Informatics, or a related discipline.
• Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, human services, government, or another highly regulated environment.
• Experience managing cybersecurity, information security, and risk management programs.
• Experience supporting compliance audits, risk assessments, and remediation initiatives.
• Experience leading large-scale technology implementations, modernization efforts, or organizational transformation initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience managing technology contracts, strategic partnerships, operational budgets, and capital expenditures.
• Demonstrated experience in independent problem-solving and effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• ITIL Certification
• Certified Healthcare CIO (CHCIO)
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS)
• Relevant cloud, enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, or governance certifications

Responsibilities

• Technology strategy and governance.
• Cybersecurity leadership and risk management.
• Infrastructure, telecommunications, and cloud operations oversight.
• Enterprise systems administration and lifecycle management.
• Technology project planning and implementation.
• Information governance and business intelligence initiatives.
• Technology budgeting, procurement, and vendor management.
• Business continuity and disaster recovery planning.
• Regulatory compliance and audit readiness.
• Leadership of technical support and end-user services.
• Digital transformation and innovation initiatives.
• Executive technology planning and reporting.

Benefits

• Upon appointment to the position, the employee assumes responsibility for meeting and maintaining all minimum qualification requirements, including applicable certifications, licenses, continuing education, competency validations, and mandatory annual or recurrent training. Failure to maintain such requirements may affect eligibility to perform assigned duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director