Senior Director, Information Technology/Information Security

Responsibilities • Lead all IT-related projects, including system implementations, upgrades, and integrations • Serve as the technology lead for M&A activity, including due diligence and post-acquisition integration • Partner cross-functionally to prioritize and deliver technology initiatives on time and within budget • Implement best practices in project governance, documentation, and change management • Further define and execute the firm’s IT and cybersecurity strategy aligned with business and growth objectives • Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on technology investments, risks, and opportunities • Manage the annual IT budget, vendor strategy, and roadmap • Evaluate and implement systems that improve operational efficiency, client experience, and scalability • Own and continuously enhance the firm’s information security program • Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks (e.g., SEC, FINRA, NIST, CMMC, cybersecurity guidance) • Oversee risk assessments, vulnerability management, incident response, and business continuity planning • Act as the primary escalation point for all security incidents and threats • Manage relationships with external SOC and cybersecurity vendors • Oversee day-to-day IT operations across infrastructure, applications, and end-user support • Manage and hold accountable outsourced providers (Help Desk, NOC, SOC, MSP/MSSP) through SLAs and KPIs • Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of all systems • Drive continuous improvement in service delivery and user experience • Supervise internal SysAdmin resource and augment capabilities as needed • Establish and maintain IT policies, procedures, and controls • Ensure proper data governance, privacy, and protection of client information • Support audits, regulatory exams, and third-party assessments • Maintain documentation and reporting for executive leadership and board-level visibility Requirements • 8–12+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, preferably in wealth management, financial services, or regulated environments • Proven experience leading both IT operations and cybersecurity functions • Experience managing third-party IT vendors and outsourced service models • Demonstrated success leading technology initiatives in growth-oriented or acquisitive environments • Experience with M&A technology due diligence and integration strongly preferred • Strong understanding of infrastructure, cloud environments (Azure), networking, and endpoint management • Experience with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001) • Familiarity with financial services platforms (e.g., portfolio management systems, Dynamics CRM, custodial integrations) • Knowledge of identity and access management, data protection, and incident response • Strong leadership presence with the ability to operate both strategically and tactically • Excellent vendor management and negotiation skills • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders • Highly organized with strong project management capabilities • Hands‑on, roll‑up‑your‑sleeves mindset appropriate for a lean organization