Position Summary The Director of Information Technology and DataManagement is responsible for leading and modernizing NFL-BFL’s businessprocesses through the strategic adoption of innovative and emerging digitalsolutions. This role provides enterprise-level leadership to ensure technologyand data capabilities effectively support the organization’s mandate as a keymarine transportation provider in the Maritimes.The Director is a forward-thinking leader whobalances strategic vision with operational delivery. They champion digitaltransformation, foster innovation, strengthen governance and cybersecurityresilience, and enable effective customer service delivery while ensuringbusiness continuity, regulatory compliance, and data protection. The role is expected to exemplify high performance, collaboration, and alignment with NFL-BFL’s corporate values.Key Accountabilities Strategy,Leadership & GovernanceLead the development and execution ofintegrated Information Technology and Data Management strategies aligned withNFL-BFL’s Corporate PlanDevelop and implement an overarching 5 yearstrategic/tactical plan to overhaul, modernize, and transform the IT departmentto meet the emerging needs of NFL and BFL for both today and the future.Act as a strategic leader driving innovation,digital transformation, and modernization across the organization, including AILead, manage, andserve as the organizational subject matter expert on cybersecurity, includingcyber risk management, threat response, security architecture, and ensuring theprotection of NFL‑BFL’s critical information and technology assets.Lead organization-wide data protection andprivacy programs, in conjunction with Director Corporate Services.Prevent, detectand recover/respond to cyber security threats and breaches.Serve as a member of the senior managementteam, providing leadership, mentorship, and support that fosters a cohesive,high-performing IT/DM department.Operate as a corporate leader beyonddepartmental boundaries, consistently prioritizing organizational objectivesand corporate values.Establish and maintain an effective IT/DMgovernance and operating model, including goals and measures/metrics.Protect NFL-BFL’s information and technologyassets recognizing its role as national critical infrastructure, includingasset replacement programmingLead organization-wide data protection andprivacy programs.Manage IT and Data Management relatedenterprise risk.Allocate resources effectively, successionplanningSupport Corporate Planning, develop 5-yearIT/DM plan and programAdvise the Executive Team current issues,trends and potential operational opportunities and efficiencies, as well asmetric reportingManage IT /DM vendor contracts, full lifecycle vendor relationships.Perform related duties as required.Methods andPractices The Director, IT accesses external methods and practices such as COBIT,ISACA. ISO, and NIST to gain knowledge on IT best practices. The Director, ITimproves IT function performance by documenting practices, learning from theirpractical use, and continuously improving execution.StakeholderRelationsBuild and maintain effective stakeholderrelationships.Develop partnerships with internal and externalentities.Represent the department on corporatecommittees.Act as an external subject matter expert.Foster cross-organizational collaboration.Policies, Risk& ComplianceEnsure compliance with all applicablelegislation and regulations relating to cybersecurity, information managementand privacy across all services and jurisdictionsLead the development of departmental policies,standards, and procedures.Develop, manage, respond to IT/DM RiskAssessments.FinancialManagementPrepare and manage annual operating and capitalbudgets.Review monthly financial reports and variances.Ensure compliance with procurement policies.QualificationsUniversity degree in a relevant field.Minimum 7 years senior management experience and10 years total experience.MBA considered an asset.Knowledge,Skills & ExperienceIT operations management expertise.Risk-based cybersecurity leadership.Vendor and contract management skills.Strong documentation and communication skills.Working ConditionsBroad knowledge of modern IT and data practices.Senior Management IT experience in a mid sizedcompany of over 300-400 employees.Proven strategic leadership.Excellent communication and change leadershipskills.Disseminate complicated technical information tovarious stakeholders at appropriate level.Experience leading complex initiatives andchange management.Commitment to continuous education andimprovement.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Director, Information Technology And Data Management
KAIZEN LAB INC.
montague, montague
Published 18 days ago
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