About Swirlds Labs:

We are a fast-growing company built around a revolutionary technology — the hashgraph consensus algorithm. Hedera Hashgraph is well-suited to become the world’s first mass-adopted distributed public ledger because it is blazing fast, highly secure, and ensures fairness. We are on a mission to create a trusted and empowered digital future for everyone; a cyberspace where you work, play, buy, sell, create, and engage socially; where you have safety and privacy in your digital communities; where you feel confident when interacting with others; where you own and control your information. Join us and say, “Hello future.”

About the role:

The Director of Information Technology will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's IT infrastructure, systems, and strategies. This position requires a visionary leader with a strong technical background, exceptional managerial skills, and a proven track record of implementing successful IT initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of emerging technologies, industry best practices and a passion for driving innovation within the organization.

You may find yourself doing all of the following:

• Developing and implementing IT strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure the smooth operation of the company's technological infrastructure
• Leading and managing a team of IT professionals, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations
• Collaborating with department heads to identify and prioritize IT needs and requirements across the organization
• Overseeing the design, development, and implementation of IT systems, software applications, and network infrastructure
• Managing the company's IT budget, resources, and vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective solutions and services
• Monitoring and evaluating the performance of IT systems and infrastructure, implementing improvements and upgrades as needed
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and security protocols to protect the integrity and confidentiality of company data
• Staying current with technological advancements and industry trends, advising senior management on potential opportunities and risks
• Fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the IT department

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience in IT leadership roles, with a proven track record of managing complex IT projects and teams
• Strong technical background in areas such as device management, identity management, network administration, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and database management
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic IT plans that align with organizational objectives
• Experience managing IT budgets, resources, and vendor relationships

Other skills that are great to bring with you but that we can help you develop:

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCNA, PMP)
• Ability to work on cross-functional teams and projects
• Knowledge of IT workflow and intake
• Identity, Device, and Endpoint management
• Familiarity with ITAM
• ITSM experience
• Web3/Crypto Experience