Vice President IT Infrastructure & Operations

The Vice President of IT Infrastructure is a senior executive responsible for overseeing the design implementation, and management of the agency's IT infrastructure. This includes ensuring the stability, security, scalability, and performance of all IT systems and networks. The VP of IT infrastructure will lead the infrastructure team, manage large-scale projects, and drive innovation to support the organization's strategic goals. This role requires a deep understanding of current and emerging technologies, as well as strong leadership and management skills.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Infrastructure Strategy and Planning:
• Provide leadership to create and maintain a positive work environment and culture for the IT staff.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive IT infrastructure strategy that aligns with the agency's business objectives.
• Ensure IT department staff are adequately trained and up-to-date on IT best practices.
• Lead the planning and execution of infrastructure projects, including data center operations, network architecture, server management, and cloud computing.
• Evaluate and recommend technology solutions that enhance system performance, reduce costs, and improve service delivery.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to forecast future infrastructure needs and ensure that the IT environment can scale to meet agency growth.
• IT Governance and Risk Management:
• Provide leadership and oversight for proper internal IT controls to safeguard systems and data.
• Assess, plan, and remediate IT risks for infrastructure, applications, and data.
• Provide leadership and oversight of IT audits that test internal controls and risk management processes.
• Understand and implement leading IT practices such as ITIL and PMI principles and how they can be applied to F&CS's infrastructure environment.
• Infrastructure Operations Management:
• Lead, mentor, and develop the IT infrastructure team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Establish clear goals, expectations, and performance metrics for the infrastructure team, and regularly assess their performance.
• Establish clear goals, expectations, and performance metrics for the infrastructure team, and regularly assess their performance.
• Cultivate a collaborative working environment that encourages open communication and knowledge sharing.
• Foster strong customer service focus throughout the IT infrastructure team.
• Identify and develop proactive solutions to potential issues.
• Security and Compliance:
• Ensure that the IT infrastructure meets all relevant security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement robust cybersecurity measures to protect the agency's data and systems from internal and external threats.
• Maintain compliance with industry regulations, including data privacy laws, and ensure that all infrastructure components adhere to established security policies.
• Lead the security team to identify and mitigate infrastructure-related risks.
• Ensure corporate data is managed, protected, and backed up daily.
• Develop, maintain, and test the Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity plan.
• Vendor and Budget Management:
• Develop and manage the IT infrastructure budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to meet organizational priorities.
• Identify and manage relationships with external vendors, service providers, and consultants, negotiating contracts and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services.
• Oversee the procurement and deployment of infrastructure assets, ensuring that investments are cost-effective and aligned with the organization's goals.
• Monitor and optimize infrastructure expenditures to maximize return on investment.
• Innovation and Technology Advancement:
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends, and asses their potential impact on the organization's infrastructure.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and processes that enhance infrastructure efficiency, scalability, and performance.
• Lead initiatives to modernize the IT infrastructure, including cloud migration, virtualization, and automation.
• Ensure that the organization's infrastructure remains competitive and capable of supporting future business needs.

O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization. 

Total Compensation Package:

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off

• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs

• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs

• Opportunities for Career Growth

O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.

Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: [email protected] or call 417-862-2674, ext. 68901, and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.