Director of IT

Houston Headquarters

Full time

R114818

Job Description

Position Title: Director, Information Technology

Position Reports To: Vice President of Information Technology

Position Summary

The Director, Information Technology (IT) will oversee all technology operations for Apache and Skyway and evaluate them according to the organization’s goals. This role is responsible for devising and establishing IT systems and policies to support the implementation of business strategies by the leadership team .

Essential Functions

Analyze business requirements of the organization and determine technology needs to deliver against established goals .

Develop and implement an effective network security and disaster recovery strategy to minimize risk to the company.

Ensure timely, cost-effective, and efficient delivery of technological equipment and software across the business.

I dentify the need for upgrades, configurations and/or new systems .

Collaborate with senior leadership on best path forward and plans for implementation of new or upgraded technologies.

Build and maintain relationships with external technology vendors.

Develop tracking and reporting mechanisms to communicate effectiveness of Apache & Skway’s IT capabilities.

Lead a team of IT professionals across Apache and Skyway and oversee all technology operations.

Ensure that departmental decisions and project plans such as those for staffing, development, organization, and systems are in line with the organizations business plan and vision.

Establish, communicate, and implement operations-related policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent support and execution.

Review and approve cost-control reports, cost estimates, and staffing requirements for the IT department .

Represent Apache positively in industry-recognized organizations, conferences, and events .

Participate regularly in IT industry forums, trainings, conferences, etc. to remain up to date on the latest technology offerings related to our industry.

Other d uties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer technology preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in IT required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional team initiatives.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Superior analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Work Conditions / Physical Demands

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.

• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

• May need to work on-site at locations requiring hands-on support that cannot be corrected through remote troubleshooting.

For over thirty years, Apache Industrial Services has met the needs of the petrochemical, industrial and energy sectors by providing superior quality, service and long-term value to our customers. Through our commitment to excellence in our work, a purposeful culture of safety, and the dedication and leadership of our expert craftsmen, Apache is a company that is doing it right. With strategic office locations throughout the US and Canada, we are able to provide efficient and reliable services to our wide variety of customers.At the core of Apache is a belief system that we refer to as #ApachePride. This belief permeates everything we do and from the CEO to the new hire employee that started yesterday; We all understand that the success of our business relies heavily on our hard-working men and women in the field.

Equal Opportunity: Apache Industrial Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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