SR. DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
DESCRIPTION
The Senior Director of Information Technology (IT) is a key contributor to Adswerve’s strategy and planning process and will be responsible for both IT operations and SaaS product architecture implementation. Reporting to the Chief of Technology, the Senior Director of IT will have three direct reports and will help oversee multiple consultancies. Direct reports include a Salesforce Product Manager, a Systems Architect and a Help Desk Support Associate.
The main function of this role will be to assure that Adswerve is implementing tools and software for the organization appropriately and that align with our necessary data architecture to assure accurate reporting (finance) and workflow (operations). Secondarily, this role will help maintain appropriate security policies and software.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the efficient and effective delivery of technology solutions (almost all of which will be Software as a Service package applications) to business stakeholders across the company in support of the overall business strategy. Works closely with business leaders to succeed in these responsibilities. Works with all levels of the organization to form alliances on projects, operational decisions, and support.
Play an integral role in forming and executing the technological strategy, driving the architectural vision, integration, and problem solving on an enterprise-level to cultivate and drive innovation across the IT, CRM, and Operational Software to support the business objectives.
Lead strategic technological planning to achieve business goals by prioritizing technology initiatives and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future technologies.
Collaborate with the appropriate departments to develop and maintain a technology plan that supports organizational needs.
Develop and communicate enterprise technology alignment plans to the executive team, staff, partners, customers and stakeholders.
Manage and implement security policies including overseeing the completion of Security Implementation Gathering forms (implementing and working with our security vendor).
Managing daily operations and end-user support for internal customers and resolution of all technological user issues affecting production operations.
Develop an IT vision, strategy, and roadmap, and lead the IT team and its business partners in effective execution.
Ensure, on an ongoing basis, that current and planned technical architecture, investments and solutions are aligned with company business objectives.
Prepare and monitor IT operational budgets that meet prevailing objectives and constraints.
Review, recommend and oversee all vendors and managed service agreements for computing, telecommunications, IT services, and equipment.
Desired Experience and Education
Bachelor’s degree required
5+ years of relevant experience, including 4 years of project management experience
Professional experience in enterprise-class SaaS software implementations required
Professional experience in CRM and technology implementations
Proficiency in the following hardware/software preferred: Apple, Salesforce, Google Cloud Platform, Cisco Meraki, G Suite and Slack
With offices in Denver, Seattle and New York, Adswerve helps thousands of digital marketers, data analysts and agencies make stronger connections with their customers through successful data-driven strategies.
Our top-tier partnership with Google provides accelerated growth opportunities and a positive, rewarding environment for employees. We have a vibrant, partnership-oriented corporate culture where employees are respected for their experience, contributions and teamwork. We provide excellent benefits, a fun workplace and promote a fantastic and healthy work-life balance.
Adswerve is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Adswerve will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.