Director Of Information Technology Services
Meridia Recruitment Solutions
- Nova Scotia
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and execute a comprehensive cloud strategy aligned with business goals and industry best practices.
- Lead the design, deployment, and maintenance of scalable, secure, and highly available cloud and on-premise infrastructure.
- Define and implement cloud governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and security.
- Manage cloud service providers, contracts, and vendor relationships to optimize cost and performance.
- Budget responsibility for hardware infrastructure purchases, Amazon Web Services, and internal IT costs.
- Lead the team providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
- Drive automation and optimization initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability, and reliability of cloud services.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and provide strategic guidance on IT solutions.
- Monitor cloud performance, security, and capacity, implementing proactive measures to mitigate risks and optimize resources.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
- Communicate effectively with executive leadership, providing regular updates on technological vision, initiatives, performance, and key metrics.
- Engage with business leaders and clients to understand needs and translate them into technology-driven solutions.
- Provide thought leadership to drive strategy and innovation across the organization.
- Contribute to strategic planning decisions with the Leadership Team.
- Work with the Development Team to shape the environment, run projects, and provide feedback regarding ongoing projects and demands.
- Bachelor's degree in information technology-related field or equivalent.
- 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture, design, and implementation, with a proven track record of success in leading cloud initiatives.
- Strong expertise in AWS cloud platforms.
- Technical expertise in the following:
- NAS and SAN Storage
- Infrastructure virtualization with VMware
- Microsoft 365 Productivity SaaS Solution
- Linux Systems administration
- Core Networking (firewalls, switching, WIFI)
- Disaster Recovery Services
- DevOps Processes and Technologies
- Solid understanding of cloud security, compliance, and governance principles.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a strategic mindset, with a focus on driving results and delivering value to the organization.
- Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect would be considered an asset.