Latam - Director of IT

Are you a visionary IT leader with a passion for strategic innovation and technology integration? Join our dynamic team as the Director of IT, where you'll play a pivotal role in driving our company's technological advancement and ensuring robust information security.

Job title: Director of IT

Salary range: 5.500 - 6.500 USD

Type of contract: Independent contractor

English level: C1

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership:
• Develop and execute a holistic strategy for IT, Business Systems, and Information Security, aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals and priorities.
• Provide strategic direction and guidance to ensure the effective integration and optimization of GSuite, SaaS platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Okta, Slack), HRIS, and other technology solutions.
• Technology Integration:
• Oversee the seamless integration of GSuite, SaaS platforms, and other IT systems to streamline business processes, enhance productivity, and facilitate collaboration across the organization.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for leveraging technology platforms to drive innovation, improve customer experiences, and support revenue growth.
• Information Security Management:
• Lead the development and implementation of robust information security policies, controls, and procedures to safeguard the organization's data and systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements related to information security, privacy, and data protection.
• GSuite and SaaS Platform Management:
• Manage and optimize GSuite and other SaaS platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Okta, Slack) to maximize their value and functionality for the organization.
• Provide oversight of user access, permissions, and configurations to maintain security and compliance while enabling efficient collaboration and communication.
• Vendor Management:
• Manage relationships with vendors, service providers, and technology partners to ensure the effective delivery of IT services and support for SaaS platforms.
• Evaluate vendor performance, negotiate contracts, and oversee service level agreements to optimize value and mitigate risks associated with external partnerships.
• Compliance and Governance:
• Stay abreast of regulatory developments and industry best practices related to IT, business systems, and information security.
• Conduct periodic assessments, audits, and reviews to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in Information Security, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Additionally, experience working with SaaS platforms such as HubSpot, GSuite, Okta, and Slack would be advantageous
• Strong understanding and experience in deploying and managing middleware solutions like Boomi, Integrate.io, or others.
• Proven track record in deploying and managing MDM solutions like Jamf, Worspace One, etc. and anti-virus solutions across organizations
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and technologies, including but not limited to network security, endpoint security, encryption, identity and access management, and security incident response.
• Experience in developing and implementing Information Security policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS).
• Proven track record of successfully managing security incidents and leading incident response teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable.