Hybrid IT Director – Virtual Chief Information Security Officer

at Bit by Bit Computer Consulting

• Job title: IT Director – Virtual Chief Information Security Officer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Azure, Cloud, Cyber Security, Firewalls
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Morristown, United States

About the role

• IT Director serving as Virtual Chief Information Security Officer for key client in New Jersey. Leading cybersecurity strategy, vendor management, and technology planning in a hybrid role.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary IT Director for the client, providing strategic direction and oversight
• Develop and maintain short- and long-term IT roadmaps aligned with business goals
• Act as the escalation point for complex technical and operational decisions
• Translate business needs into practical, secure technology solutions
• Act as Virtual CISO, responsible for overall security posture and risk management
• Own cybersecurity policies, standards, and governance
• Oversee vulnerability management, endpoint security, identity management, and incident response
• Conduct risk assessments and guide remediation efforts
• Interface with auditors, insurers, and compliance stakeholders as needed
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership at the client
• Manage and coordinate third-party vendors and technology partners
• Review contracts, licensing, and renewal strategies with an eye toward cost control and risk reduction
• Participate in executive-level meetings and planning sessions
• Work closely with our MSP engineering, service desk, and security teams
• Ensure alignment between client priorities and MSP service delivery
• Help define scope, standards, and expectations for ongoing support
• Provide feedback and guidance to improve service quality and outcomes

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive IT experience, including senior leadership responsibility
• Prior experience as an IT Director, Head of IT, or senior infrastructure/security leader
• Strong cybersecurity background with hands-on understanding of modern threat landscapes
• Experience acting in a CISO, virtual CISO, or security leadership capacity
• Broad technical knowledge across:
• Microsoft 365 / Azure environments
• Identity & access management
• Endpoint security and monitoring
• Networking, firewalls, and cloud services
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage executives and non-technical stakeholders
• Must live in New Jersey and be willing to go onsite periodically as needed

Benefits

• Base Salary: $130K - $160K
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Long-term growth opportunities within the MSP
• High-visibility role with executive exposure
• Why This Role Is Unique
• Senior-level authority and influence without being a solo operator
• Deep client engagement with long-term impact
• Backed by a full MSP engineering and security team
• Opportunity to shape both client outcomes and MSP best practices
• Stable, well-established organization with a collaborative leadership culture