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Virtual IT Director / Technical Advisor

Exigent Technologies, LLC

Full-time

Morristown, NJ

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About Exigent Technologies

At Exigent Technologies, our mission is to empower growth-oriented businesses by providing comprehensive, managed IT solutions and collaborative partnerships. Since 1997, we’ve been delivering tailored IT services that address our clients' unique challenges, allowing them to focus on their core business goals. We serve clients across diverse industries, from financial and legal firms to small and midsized businesses.

With a commitment to exceptional service, we offer a white-glove approach, providing proactive solutions that ensure operational efficiency. Our dedicated team of experts helps clients navigate the complexities of technology by offering strategic roadmaps, managed services, and cybersecurity consulting.

Recognized multiple times as a top Managed Service Provider (MSP), Exigent is a trusted partner for companies seeking innovative, reliable IT solutions. Whether it's our work with cutting-edge technologies or ensuring regulatory compliance, we are passionate about driving our clients toward long-term success.

Are you an experienced IT professional with the skills and expertise to serve as a Virtual IT Director for organizations with 50-200 users? Do you thrive on variety, cutting-edge technology, and opportunities for growth? If so, we invite you to join our dynamic team at Exigent Technologies, a leading Managed IT Services provider.

Position: Virtual IT Director / Technical Advisor

About the Role:

As a Virtual IT Director at Exigent Technologies, you will manage a select group of accounts and act as the primary technical liaison, strategist, consultant, and advocate for your customers' technology needs. You will provide top-notch guidance and support to help businesses align their IT strategies with their overall goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Participate in or report to customer leadership teams.
  • Create an IT plan/roadmap that aligns with customers' business plans.
  • Conduct periodic business reviews.
  • Utilize technology alignment processes to ensure clients adhere to IT standards and best practices.
  • Audit service/project work done by Exigent's engineering teams.
  • Identify and orchestrate improvements or optimizations to help customers stay on track towards their goals.
  • Act as the Technical Advisor (TA) to uncover technical risks and ensure compliance with technology and industry standards.
  • Serve as a liaison and overseer for assigned customers' IT projects.
  • Act as the primary Solutions Architect for assigned accounts, devising solutions, and crafting Statements of Work as required.

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as an IT Director or in a similar IT leadership role.
  • Strong technical background with the ability to understand and manage complex IT environments.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to develop and implement strategic IT plans.
  • Experience in project management and business plan facilitation.
  • Familiarity with EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) is a plus.
  • Experience as a Technology Alignment Manager (TAM) is highly desirable.
  • Experience working with a Managed IT Services Provider is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • IT management: 7 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

  • 25% (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Morristown, NJ 07960