Ascent Developer Solutions

Ascent Developer Solutions

Director, IT Operations

Encino, CA · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 6 days ago
AzureCybersecurityComplianceProject ManagementProcurementPerformance ManagementFirewallVPNCiscoZero TrustLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingCISSP

About the role

  • Direct endpoint management and device lifecycle - provisioning, Microsoft Intune (MDM), patching, imaging, and refresh - across an on-site and hybrid workforce.
  • Operate identity and access management within Microsoft Entra ID, including SSO, MFA, conditional access, and least-privilege/role-based access.

Responsibilities

  • Reporting to the SVP, Technology, this role owns the reliability, security, and performance of all IT systems and services across the organization - infrastructure, endpoints, identity, collaboration, and end-user support.
  • Own the IT service desk and end-user experience, defining and meeting service-level agreements (SLAs) for response and resolution.
  • Own the technology portion of user onboarding, offboarding, and role changes in close coordination with HR - account and license provisioning, equipment, role-based access, and timely deprovisioning (same-day for involuntary separations).
  • Direct IT hardware and software procurement, standardization, and asset and license inventory; manage carriers and technology vendors, including contracts, SLAs, performance reviews, and renewals.
  • Continuously monitor IT systems for performance and reliability, proactively addressing issues to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
  • Own business continuity and disaster recovery, including backups, recovery testing, and incident-response readiness.
  • Build and maintain the IT operations roadmap aligned to company growth, headcount, and facilities plans, such as office moves and new sites.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the internal IT operations team.
  • Develop, enforce, and update IT policies, standards, runbooks, and best practices to support a secure and efficient technology environment.
  • Identify and implement automation and AI-assisted operations to improve efficiency, reliability, and self-service.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Intune (MDM).

Skills

  • Administer the Microsoft 365 environment, including tenant configuration, licensing, mail flow, and security baselines.

Compensation

  • Salary range is up to $180,000 per year, with a discretionary bonus of 15% per year

Benefits

  • We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and work-life balance.
  • Our benefits include five health plans, two dental plans, health savings and flexible spending accounts, vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, and other optional benefits from which to choose.

Equal opportunity

  • equal opportunity, we not only enhance our workplace but also contribute to a more just and equitable society.

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