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ABOUT YOU
- You’re a strategic thinker who enjoys solving complex problems and turning business needs into practical technology solutions.
- You take ownership, operate with a sense of urgency, and are motivated by seeing projects through to completion.
- You’re comfortable making decisions, taking calculated risks, and providing clear direction without needing constant oversight.
- You have a strong eye for detail and believe technology systems should be reliable, secure, organized, and built to support the business.
- You enjoy evaluating existing systems, identifying gaps, and developing better ways to manage technology, data, and processes.
- You’re comfortable managing multiple priorities and shifting between long-term technology strategy and immediate operational needs.
- You hold yourself and your vendors accountable, setting clear expectations and following through to ensure commitments are met.
- You communicate directly and confidently, translating technical challenges into practical business recommendations.
- You build trust with colleagues across the lab and office, and you explain the reasoning behind your decisions.
- You appreciate structure, consistency, and high standards, but aren't afraid to challenge the status quo when a better solution exists.
- You want the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by building a technology environment that supports growth, improves efficiency, and positions an organization for the future.
ABOUT US
We are NSL Analytical! We are a materials testing laboratory that provides repeatable, accurate results to help our customers produce high-quality, consistent products in regulated industries.
Our organization is centered on our values of delivering for our customers, each other, and our industry. We're proud of our positive culture focused on deploying each team member's talent to "WOW!" our customers and celebrating wins together.
We're focused on outcomes—not micromanagement. We trust people and give them the opportunity to perform to their potential. As NSL continues to grow, technology plays an increasingly important role in how we operate, serve our customers, and support our people. At NSL, you'll have the opportunity to influence that direction and make a lasting impact on the business.
DETAILS ABOUT THE ROLE, REQUIREMENTS, BENEFITS, AND HOW TO APPLY
The IT Director is responsible for the strategic leadership and oversight of NSL Analytical's technology systems, data governance, and information security posture. This role provides direction for the organization's core business systems (including NetSuite and LabVantage/LIMS), manages relationships with NSL's Managed Service Provider (MSP) and other outsourced IT vendors, and partners with company leadership to align technology strategy with business needs. The IT Director will evaluate the long-term structure of NSL's IT department, including whether and how to bring systems and data administration functions back in-house.
Essential Functions*:
- Own data governance across NSL's systems (NetSuite, LabVantage/LIMS, HubSpot, and other business platforms), establishing standards for data integrity, security, and quality, and directing audits and remediation as needed.
- Set and drive the strategic roadmap for NSL's core business systems, evaluating new capabilities, integrations, and enhancements in partnership with department leaders.
- Direct cybersecurity and risk management efforts in partnership with NSL's MSP, ensuring appropriate controls, monitoring, and response plans are in place.
- Provide strategic direction for network, hardware, and cloud infrastructure in partnership with NSL's MSP.
- Manage the day-to-day relationship with NSL's MSP, including performance against SLAs, escalations, and project delivery.
- Provide oversight of other outsourced IT vendors and contractors.
- Own the IT budget and procurement process, including evaluating vendor proposals, software licensing, and hardware purchases.
- Evaluate the build-vs-outsource decision for systems and data administration functions, including a recommendation and plan for bringing these functions back in-house over time.
- Partner with company leadership to communicate technology strategy, risks, and initiatives, translating technical topics into clear, business-relevant terms.
- Work cross-functionally with lab operations and other departments to ensure systems support day-to-day business needs, gathering feedback and directing training as needed.
- Stay current on relevant technology trends and recommend improvements that support NSL's growth and operational goals
Incidental Functions:
N/A
Supervisory Responsibility:
This role currently has no direct reports, with potential future direct reports as the function grows.
Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience):
Minimum Education Requirements and Experience Equivalencies:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, plus 5-7 years of progressive IT experience, including experience in an IT leadership capacity.
- Experience with systems integration strongly preferred (e.g., ERP, LIMS, CRM, or other business platform integrations).
- Experience managing outsourced IT vendors or managed service providers preferred.
- No specific industry background required.
Success Factors:
- Strong strategic and analytical thinking, with the ability to translate business needs into technology direction.
- Effective communicator, able to work across all levels of the organization, from lab staff to executive leadership.
- Strong vendor management skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives to meet deadlines.
Work Conditions/Physical Demands:
Primarily onsite in NSL's administrative office area, with daily interaction with lab operations and company leadership. General office environment includes sitting, standing, and walking; infrequent lifting of up to 20 lbs. Office is attached to a lab that contains toxic materials with possible exposure to odors, acids, fumes, and other reactive materials. Minimal travel required.
Reasonable Accommodations:
This description is representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical requirements to successfully perform the job. At the employee's request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instruction and to perform any other duties as requested by their supervisor, or as become necessary. The job description documents the general nature and level of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbents. Consequently, job incumbents may be asked to perform other duties or work overtime as required.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in IT director jobs.
- 10 or more years of progressive IT experience with at least 3 in a leadership role
- Demonstrated ability to manage IT budgets and align technology investments with business goals
- Experience with enterprise infrastructure including cloud platforms, networking, and security
- Strong vendor management and contract negotiation skills across hardware, software, and services
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
- Relevant certifications such as PMP, ITIL, CISSP, or cloud provider credentials preferred
Tips for Your IT Director Job Search
Quantify infrastructure scope on your resume
IT directors are evaluated on scale. Replace vague claims with specifics: number of endpoints managed, size of IT budget overseen, and headcount of teams you've led. Hiring managers use these numbers to gauge whether your experience matches their environment.
Highlight vendor and contract management experience
Many it director postings require owning vendor relationships and SLA negotiations. Call out specific vendors you've managed, contract values where relevant, and how you've driven cost reductions or service improvements through those relationships.
Filter openings by industry vertical first
IT director responsibilities differ significantly between healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services. Targeting roles in industries where you've already operated shortens your time to interview and strengthens your positioning against generalist candidates.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists it director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a strategic IT roadmap example for interviews
IT director interviews consistently include scenarios around multi-year technology planning. Walk in with a concrete example of a roadmap you built, the business problem it addressed, how you secured buy-in, and the measurable outcome it delivered.
Negotiate beyond base salary in your offer conversation
IT director offers frequently include levers beyond base pay: technology training budgets, conference allowances, remote flexibility, and equity or bonus structures. Know which of these matter most to you before the conversation starts so you can prioritize clearly.
IT Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most it directors?
The companies hiring the most it directors right now include Gilead Sciences, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Jobot, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, financial institutions, and large manufacturers are consistently among the highest-volume hirers for this role.
How many it director jobs are remote?
About 73% of it director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies by industry and company size. Roles focused on cybersecurity strategy, enterprise architecture, and IT governance tend to offer more remote flexibility than positions requiring hands-on oversight of physical infrastructure or data center operations.
How do you become an it director?
Most it directors start in technical roles such as systems administrator, network engineer, or software developer, then move into team lead or IT manager positions where they gain budget and personnel responsibility. Building cross-functional project experience, earning certifications in areas like ITIL or cloud platforms, and demonstrating business impact through technology decisions are the clearest paths to the director level.
How do you get hired as an it director with limited leadership experience?
Candidates with strong technical depth but limited formal management experience can strengthen their candidacy by highlighting informal leadership: project oversight, vendor coordination, mentoring junior staff, or leading cross-departmental initiatives. Targeting smaller organizations or mid-market companies, where the it director role is often more hands-on and the competition pool narrower, also improves your odds significantly.
What does the it director interview process look like?
Most it director processes include an initial recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on leadership style and strategic thinking, and at least one panel interview with business stakeholders or C-suite leaders. A technical or case-based presentation is common at mid-to-large organizations, where candidates are asked to outline a technology roadmap or respond to a realistic infrastructure or security scenario.
Where can I find and apply to it director jobs?
You can find and apply to it director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and target industry, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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