The NBOME is seeking an IT Director, Infrastructure and Security is responsible for the strategic management and operation of all technology infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity-related processes throughout NBOME. This includes but is not inclusive of all production servers (on-premises and cloud), desktop hardware and software, networking equipment, database management, printing, reporting, Internet access, A/V equipment, communications, telephony systems, and overall operational excellence. The Director will also collaborate with Managed Service Providers in the support of NBOME’s cloud-based business systems.

LOCATION: CHICAGO (HYBRID)                                                                                    DEPARTMENT: Information Technology

Key Responsibilities:

Personnel/Departmental Management:

· Directly supervise Managers, Database Administrators, Project Managers, and technical support members in the department and meet regularly with the IT Infrastructure Team to assess staff and systems performance in the achievement of individual and departmental team goals.

· Manage the interactions and performance of staff to insure a collaborative and cohesive team to result in reliable operations.

· Participate regularly with the IT Leadership Team to insure departmental and organizational project goals are advanced and met.

Strategic planning:

· Lead, support, and guide the strategic technology infrastructure and security needs of the NBOME in addition to systems engineering, network, desktop, data center infrastructure, and cloud-based technology.

· The Director explores and advises the VP/CIO on industry, professional, and national trends on the management of information, cybersecurity, test and database security, disaster recovery and business continuity, and overall technology innovation.

· Connects with the VP/CIO and NBOME Executive Leadership Team regularly on IT project governance and prioritization.

Security Operations:

· Oversee and implement cybersecurity programs and operations to ensure the protection of important NBOME data assets.

· Provide security guidance to all staff to ensure the proper levels of awareness are instilled in NBOME staff.

Qualifications include:

· Bachelor’s degree required with a degree in IT or Computer Systems-related or cybersecurity certifications, or equivalent combination of experience and education plus technology certifications considered.

· Minimum of 10 year’s working in a technology management position, preferably overseeing managers and technical staff with responsibilities for departmental and organizational IT infrastructure and security decision-making and budgets.

· Experience with educational testing environments preferred. Should have experience with planning and implementation of large-scale data installations. Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial report standards (ASC 606) and internal controls.

· Prefer specific experience with at least six of the following: VMware virtualization, Cisco switching and networking, security and firewalls, SAN data storage, vulnerability and intrusion detection monitoring, Windows and Linux server administration, Microsoft/Azure 365, IT compliance auditing, copper and fiber network planning, and wireless networking. Experience with working with internally developed systems preferred.

POSITION STATUS: FULL-TIME REGULAR EXEMPT

To Apply:

Please submit a resume summarizing your qualifications to Human Resources by email at HRadmin@nbome.org. NBOME is an E-Verify participant. The NBOME is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities.

The NBOME is an EOE organization. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States.