Assistant Director of IT

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Director of Information Technology

Location: College Park, MD

Travel: Up to 10%

Reports To: Director of IT / CIO

Job Summary:

We are seeking a hands-on and strategic Assistant Director of IT to help lead our Information Technology operations. This role will support the Director of IT in overseeing infrastructure, cybersecurity, systems administration, and IT support functions, while managing a team of 5–6 technical professionals. The ideal candidate brings deep experience across Microsoft technologies, network security, and enterprise hardware systems, and thrives in both strategic planning and day-to-day troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee day-to-day IT operations including network infrastructure, server management, system performance, and data security

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of IT staff supporting Tier 1 through Tier 3 functions

Support and maintain Windows Server environments and ensure optimal performance of Dell and HP servers and hardware

Administer Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and related cloud-based services

Configure and manage Symantec firewalls and other security appliances

Enforce IT policies and procedures to ensure compliance, security, and business continuity

Assist in the planning and execution of IT projects, upgrades, and strategic initiatives

Monitor and respond to cybersecurity threats; lead incident response and preventative measures

Collaborate with department heads to ensure technology solutions align with business needs

Manage vendor relationships and procurement of IT equipment and services

Travel up to 10% to support satellite offices or key projects

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

7+ years of progressive IT experience, including at least 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role

Expertise with Microsoft technologies (Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Azure AD)

Strong hands-on experience with firewalls, especially Symantec, and enterprise-grade Dell/HP hardware

Solid understanding of cybersecurity best practices, policies, and risk mitigation strategies

Proven ability to manage, mentor, and lead an IT support team

Experience supporting server infrastructure, virtualization, and backup systems

Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Ability to travel up to 10% as required

Full-time