Senior Director of Information Technology & Systems

Position Overview

• Location Type: Onsite
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary: Not specified

Newsweek is the global media organization that has earned audience time and trust for more than 90 years. Newsweek reaches 100 million people each month with thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video delivered across a dozen print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, Newsweek also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia.

Newsweek is actively seeking a Senior Director of IT and Info Systems to oversee the company’s technology operations, including all systems, policies, security, and infrastructure. This person will report to the CTO and lead multiple teams and support functions across the entire organization. The ideal candidate must have a strong technical background and be able to both manage and motivate a team.

Requirements

• BS/BA in computer science, engineering, or relevant field; MS/MA is a plus.
• 12+ years of experience in IT management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience as a Head of IT/Info Systems or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all technology operations and evaluate them according to established goals.
• Develop and implement the IT strategy and roadmap for the organization, aligning it with the business goals and objectives.
• Lead and manage the IT systems, IT security, IT infrastructure, and IT support teams, ensuring high performance, availability, reliability, and security of the IT services and systems.
• Establish and maintain IT policies, standards, procedures, and best practices, ensuring alignment with company strategy and compliance with both regulatory and industry requirements.
• Analyze the business requirements of all departments and determine their technology needs.
• Purchase efficient and cost-effective equipment and software.
• Identify the need for upgrades, configurations, or new systems.
• Responsible for Help Desk, cybersecurity, computer scientists and technicians.
• Manage IT budget under CTO.
• Assist in building relationships with vendors and creating cost-efficient contracts.
• Partner various internal teams (i.e. Finance, People, Legal, Sales) to enhance and embed tools.
• Plan and manage the IT budget, resources, vendors, and contracts, ensuring cost-effectiveness and value delivery.
• Monitor and evaluate the IT performance, risks, and issues, and initiate corrective and preventive actions as needed.
• Stay updated with the latest IT trends, technologies, and innovations, and identify and implement opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with the senior management, business stakeholders, IT staff, and external partners.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and mentoring, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and excellence.

Company Information

Newsweek is the global media organization that has earned audience time and trust for more than 90 years. Newsweek reaches 100 million people each month with thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video delivered across a dozen print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, Newsweek also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia.