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Director Of Information Technology

TEKsystems
$120,000.00 - $136,000.00 / yr
United States, New Jersey, Lakewood
Oct 02, 2025
We're looking for a seasoned MSP IT Director to be the heartbeat of this transformation. You'll be the senior-most technical leader onsite, guiding strategy, solving complex problems, and building trust with executive stakeholders. You won't just manage systems-you'll shape the future of how this organization thinks about technology. What You'll Be Doing Architecting the Future You'll lead the design and implementation of modern infrastructure-from LAN/WAN networks and firewalls to Microsoft 365, Citrix, and virtual desktops. You'll be the go-to expert for escalations, solution design, and security posture. Running the Show Day-to-day operations will be in your hands. You'll manage service tickets, mentor onsite techs, and ensure SLA compliance. Building Relationships That Matter You'll sit at the table with the client's executive leadership, translating tech into strategy and vision. You'll lead planning sessions, communicate risks and opportunities, and become a trusted advisor in every sense of the word. What Makes You Right for This Role You've spent 10-15+ years in IT support, systems engineering, or field services-ideally in MSP or healthcare. You've led teams, mentored talent, and handled senior-level escalations with confidence. You're fluent in: Windows Server & Active Directory Microsoft 365 & Azure Networking (firewalls, VLANs, wireless) Endpoint management, VoIP, and Citrix Security frameworks and infrastructure architecture You hold certifications like CCNA/CCNP, MCSE/Azure Admin, and maybe even PMP or ITIL. You're a communicator, a strategist, and a hands-on problem solver. You thrive in high-visibility environments and love turning chaos into clarity. Skills Service delivery, Management skills, Infrastructure, Design, Cloud Top Skills Details Service delivery,Management skills,Infrastructure,Design,Cloud Additional Skills & Qualifications Additional Skills That Make a Difference Business Acumen Ability to align IT initiatives with business goals and ROI Understanding of budgeting, cost optimization, and vendor management Experience translating technical risks into business impact for executives Process Improvement & Automation Familiarity with ITIL frameworks and service delivery models Experience implementing automation in ticketing, patching, or monitoring workflows Ability to identify inefficiencies and streamline operations Change Management & Organizational Influence Skilled in guiding teams through infrastructure transitions or cloud migrations Comfortable leading cross-functional initiatives and gaining stakeholder buy-in Experience managing resistance and fostering adoption of new technologies Advanced Documentation & Knowledge Management Proficiency in platforms like IT Glue, Confluence, or SharePoint for documentation Ability to create SOPs, runbooks, and training materials for technical staff Strong version control and asset tracking discipline Training & Mentorship Ability to coach junior technicians and foster professional growth Experience developing onboarding plans or technical training programs Strong interpersonal skills for team-building and morale Resilience & Emotional Intelligence Calm under pressure, especially during outages or escalations Skilled in navigating difficult conversations with diplomacy Empathetic leadership style that builds trust and loyalty Experience Level Expert Level Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $136000.00/yr. I will be receiving the benefits package soon. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lakewood,New Jersey. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.