IT Lead Infrastructure & Security
2 days ago
Hauppauge
Job DescriptionSalary: $75,000-$95,000 About Us We are a multi-divisional family office with diverse interests across various industries. Our IT needs have grown significantly, and we are transitioning from outsourcing to building an in-house IT capability. This is a unique opportunity to take full ownership of our technology environment, ensuring security, stability, and scalability across multiple entities. Position Overview The IT Lead will be responsible for all aspects of IT strategy, operations, and security across the family office and its portfolio companies. This is a hands on leadership role, working alongside our Founder you will design the roadmap, implement solutions, and personally manage daily IT operations without reliance on outside providers (at least initially). You will work closely with executives and division leaders to ensure our technology supports business goals, mitigates risks, and provides a secure, efficient environment for all stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Leadership • Develop and maintain an IT roadmap aligned with business objectives across all divisions., • Establish IT governance, policies, and best practices., • Design, implement, and maintain networks (LAN/WAN, VPNs, Wi-Fi, firewalls)., • Manage servers, virtualization, and cloud environments., • Implement and enforce robust security protocols., • Manage access controls to prevent unauthorized entry., • Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and incident response planning., • Oversee ERP, CRM, accounting, and industry-specific systems., • Manage Microsoft 365, Azure, and other cloud services., • Implement structured data backup and recovery processes., • Maintain database integrity and performance., • Provide direct technical support to executives and staff., • Troubleshoot hardware/software/network issues., • Negotiate with vendors for hardware, software, and services., • Lead IT projects from conception to delivery., • Coordinate cross-division technology initiatives. Required Qualifications (Must Have Requirements) • 7-10+ years senior-level IT experience, covering both strategy and hands on execution., • Strong cybersecurity expertise with proven track record in protocol design and incident response., • Proficiency in network infrastructure (LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls, Wi-Fi, routing/switching)., • Windows Server & Active Directory administration., • Microsoft 365, Azure or AWS administration experience., • Backup & disaster recovery planning expertise., • Experience supporting multiple companies/divisions under one umbrella., • ERP/CRM/application management skills., • Vendor negotiation and licensing management experience., • High integrity, excellent communication skills, and proactive problem-solving mindset. Preferred Qualifications (Good-to-Haves) • Virtualization experience (VMware, Hyper-V)., • Database administration (SQL Server, MySQL)., • Automation/scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash)., • Mobile Device Management (MDM) experience., • Cross-platform expertise (Windows, macOS, Linux)., • Cloud migration experience., • Prior family office, private equity, or multi-company environment experience., • IT budget management experience., • Project management methodology knowledge (Agile, Waterfall)., • IT policy creation and documentation experience. Bonus Points • Cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+)., • Cloud certifications (Azure Solutions Architect, AWS SysOps)., • M&A IT integration experience., • Business process automation expertise., • Advanced endpoint detection/response deployment experience., • Industry specific software expertise., • Experience building and leading IT teams., • Proven success handling major outages or breaches., • High availability systems experience. Compensation & Benefits • Competitive salary commensurate with experience., • Potential performance-based bonuses., • Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance., • Generous PTO policy.