Director, Information Technology - Los Angeles, United States - MRC

Description

MRC is a diversified global entertainment company with divisions including Film and Television.

A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.

Role Description:

Reporting to the CFO, this key role leads information technology for the company and is responsible for infrastructure, software and hardware procurement, desktop and server support, and related tasks. Successful candidates will be highly motivated and team-oriented self-starters, who have applicable experience, can manage multiple priorities and are excellent communicators.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a highly visible department responsible for delivering best-in-class information technology solutions and support
• Partner with cross-functional colleagues of all levels across Film, TV, and Shared Services (Corporate Executive, Finance, Accounting, HR and Legal)
• Deliver responsive and tailored hands-on, white glove help desk support
• Manage relationships with 3rd party vendors and service providers, including resources and rate negotiations
• Prepare and oversee department annual budget, quarterly forecasts and management reporting as necessary, ensuring effective and cost-efficient practices
• Provide proactive strategic guidance on current and emerging technologies, while balancing modern security protocols with operational needs

Experience and Qualifications:

• 10+ years in IT, preferably leading a team
• Media & Entertainment industry experience a plus
• Highly proficient in MacOS, Windows, Windows Server, Azure, Microsoft 365, Okta, Adobe Creative Cloud, Avaya IP Phones
• Working knowledge of security protocols, disaster recovery, business continuity, departmental audits, and modern compliance guidelines
• Experience with aligning business and IT objectives
• Keen entrepreneurial mindset with exceptional analytical, problem solving, and communication skills and the willingness and ability to command the details, think big picture, and balance multiple assignments in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
• Demonstrated track record of leadership and building effective organizational relationships

Education:

• B.S. Degree in Information Science/Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred

Salary Range:

$150,000.00/Year - $175,000.00/Year

MRC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), mental and/or physical disability or handicap, marital status, sex, age, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and any other characteristic or activity protected by federal, state or local law.