Associate Director of Information Technology, Infrastructure

Boston, MA 02210

Job Type: Infrastructure Manager Job Number: 7484 Salary Range: $180,000-$215,000

Job Description

Our client, a prestigious law firm, is seeking an Associate Director of Information Technology, Infrastructure, to join their team!  Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy and framework for leveraging emerging technologies to enhance enterprise security and improve customer experiences for both internal personnel and clients.
  • Define and deliver transformation strategies and solutions for network systems, including the creation of a vision, roadmap, and governance model for a scalable, collaborative organization.
  • Integrate emerging technologies to enable secure, anytime, anywhere access to data for both internal and external applications.
  • Oversee the technical architecture and infrastructure, including networking, systems administration, virtual environments, SaaS, cloud platforms, and desktop solutions.
  • Manage the planning and implementation of storage architecture, including systems backup, replication, and redundant infrastructure.
  • Lead and develop a technical team to deliver network systems solutions, including recruitment, training, performance management, and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
  • Manage key vendor relationships, overseeing performance, upgrades, and updates.
  • Monitor market trends and evaluate their integration to ensure infrastructure and network design align with industry standards and best practices.
  • Conduct proactive capacity planning reviews to support the firm's growth and goals.
  • Provide escalation support for the Network Operations team and manage technical change management activities.
  • Build and maintain relationships within the technology department to ensure alignment with business needs and effective infrastructure service delivery.
  • Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and support of network equipment, ensuring the timely resolution of complex issues and performing corrective actions as needed.
  • Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and develop procedural documentation.
  • Collaborate with IT Operations, Applications, and Security teams to foster continuous knowledge-sharing and innovation, delivering rapid solutions for end-users.
  • Communicate regularly with teams and leadership, including providing status reports to the Chief Information Officer on projects, initiatives, and issue resolution.
  • Assist in budget planning and cost optimization efforts with IT leadership.
  • Ensure appropriate coverage during emergencies and holidays.
  • Lead IT infrastructure projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field.
  • Over 10 years of experience in progressively senior user support roles within a law firm or other professional services environment.
  • Proven experience in managing and building high-performing technical teams.
  • Hands-on expertise in designing, developing, and managing network services for hybrid and multi-cloud environments, including hybrid SD-WAN and network modernization.
  • Extensive experience in designing and implementing networking solutions for major cloud providers such as Azure.
  • Strong background in software-defined infrastructure and technology optimization, including strategy, planning, and execution of hybrid and cloud migration.
  • Demonstrated success as a project manager for complex IT initiatives and multidisciplinary projects.
  • Ability to effectively lead, motivate, train, and coach IT professionals and end-users.
  • Proven ability to deliver world-class client service while working collaboratively across all levels and teams.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to lead by influence, identify business solutions, and resolve conflicts.
  • Commitment to Foley Hoag’s core values, including excellence, service ethic, collegiality, and inclusivity.
  • Flexibility to work outside standard business hours when necessary, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Willingness to travel to other office locations as needed, with moderate travel required.
  • Physical ability to lift and carry up to 15 lbs, with some stretching and bending involved.
The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
 

Meet Your Recruiter

Dan James
Managing Director

After graduating with an Associates Degree in Business Administration from Westchester Community College Dan wasn't sure exactly what he wanted to do. In February 2013 he decided to put his knack for connecting people with one another to work when he joined The Phoenix Group. When he's not in the office you can find him skiing, golfing, or spending time with his family. 

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