Strategic Director of IT
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Director of IT to join our team. As a trusted advisor to the Executive Leadership Team, you will be responsible for overseeing the global IT function at Board.
About Us
At Board, we power financial and operational planning solutions for the world's best brands. Thousands of enterprises use our technology to optimize resources, drive growth, and ensure profitability.
Your Role
You will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive IT strategy that ensures scalable infrastructure, secure operations, and technology innovation aligned with our organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
* Strategic Infrastructure Management: Design, implement, and optimize Board's internal technology infrastructure and security systems.
* Application Ecosystem Oversight: Oversee the management of business-critical applications.
* IT Team Leadership: Direct and develop the global IT team to foster strong collaboration, proactive support, and continuous improvement.
* Advisory to Executive Leadership: Provide insights and guidance on IT investments, risk, application roadmaps, and security matters.
* Support Go-to-Market Processes: Partner with Sales and GTM teams to respond to security/compliance-related queries.
* Risk & Compliance Management: Oversee enterprise data privacy, security strategy, incident response, and cross-functional initiatives.
* Procurement & Budgeting: Manage IT budgets, approve purchases and contracts related to hardware, software, and services.
* Continuous Innovation: Keep the organization at the forefront of relevant technological developments.
* Program & Project Management: Lead enterprise-wide IT initiatives, software rollouts, and transformation projects.
* Security Posture Advancement: Implement security upgrades aligned with evolving compliance standards.
* Digital Transformation & Innovation: Identify and evaluate opportunities for technology-driven transformation across business functions.
Requirements
* Proven experience leading global IT functions at a Director level or higher.
* Deep knowledge of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, and digital transformation strategies.
* Demonstrated success in aligning IT initiatives with broader business goals and leading cross-functional implementations.
* Experience managing IT budgets, vendor relationships, and global compliance requirements.
* Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and drive efficiency without compromising innovation.