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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Technology Director to lead our technology department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technology management, strategic planning, and team leadership. As a Technology Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of technology strategies that align with our business goals. You will work closely with other departments to ensure that our technology infrastructure supports our operational needs and enhances our competitive edge. Your role will involve managing a team of IT professionals, ensuring the security and efficiency of our IT systems, and staying up-to-date with the latest technology trends and advancements. You will also be responsible for budgeting, resource allocation, and vendor management. The successful candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, a proactive approach to technology challenges, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. If you are passionate about technology and have a proven track record of driving technological innovation and excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement technology strategies that align with business goals.
- Oversee the management of IT infrastructure and systems.
- Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals.
- Ensure the security and efficiency of IT systems.
- Manage technology budgets and resource allocation.
- Collaborate with other departments to identify technology needs.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest technology trends and advancements.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts.
- Develop and enforce IT policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of IT systems.
- Plan and execute technology projects.
- Provide technical guidance and support to staff.
- Identify and mitigate technology risks.
- Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
- Evaluate and recommend new technology solutions.
- Ensure the scalability and reliability of IT systems.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Prepare and present technology reports to senior management.
- Coordinate with external partners and stakeholders on technology initiatives.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Technology Director or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure and systems.
- Experience with strategic planning and project management.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices.
- Experience with budgeting and resource allocation.
- Ability to stay up-to-date with technology trends and advancements.
- Experience with vendor management and contract negotiation.
- Strong understanding of IT policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards.
- Experience with disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
- Ability to evaluate and recommend new technology solutions.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proactive and innovative approach to technology challenges.
- Experience with cloud computing and virtualization technologies.
- Strong understanding of software development and IT operations.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with developing and implementing technology strategies?
- How do you ensure the security and efficiency of IT systems?
- Can you provide an example of a technology project you have managed?
- How do you stay up-to-date with the latest technology trends and advancements?
- Can you describe your experience with budgeting and resource allocation?
- How do you handle vendor management and contract negotiation?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you had to solve a complex technology problem?
- How do you ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards?
- Can you describe your experience with disaster recovery and business continuity planning?
- How do you foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within your team?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you had to coordinate with external partners on a technology initiative?
- How do you evaluate and recommend new technology solutions?
- Can you describe your experience with cloud computing and virtualization technologies?
- How do you handle the pressure of meeting deadlines and managing multiple projects?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you had to communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders?
- How do you ensure the scalability and reliability of IT systems?
- Can you describe your experience with software development and IT operations?
- How do you handle technology risks and mitigate potential issues?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you had to lead and mentor a team of IT professionals?
- How do you prepare and present technology reports to senior management?
