Own IT infrastructure across HQ and studios, including networks, devices, and in-studio technology (AV/WiFi, hardware, etc.)
Lead cybersecurity strategy and execution, including vendor oversight, monitoring, incident response, and risk mitigation
Ensure compliance with data privacy and regulatory standards (e.g. GDPR, CCPA) and support audit readiness and diligence processes
Establish and manage identity and access controls, including onboarding/offboarding and least-privilege access enforcement
Conduct regular access audits and maintain strong internal controls across systems
Oversee internal IT support and MSP/vendor relationships (e.g. helpdesk, cybersecurity providers, infrastructure vendors)
Own vendor security reviews and governance (e.g. risk assessments, contract diligence)
Manage Workday and other internal systems from an infrastructure, security, and vendor standpoint, including future planning and cost management
Lead employee-related system processes, including onboarding, offboarding, and support for investigations in partnership with People and Legal
Establish disaster recovery and business continuity plans across critical systems
Define and enforce policies around vendor procurement, preventing shadow IT and ensuring alignment with security and compliance standards
Manage SaaS cost governance and provide visibility into system spend and optimization opportunities
Ensure reliability and uptime of internal and studio systems, minimizing operational disruption

8-12+ years of experience in IT, cybersecurity, or enterprise systems
Experience managing IT operations across multi-location businesses preferred
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, compliance, and vendor risk management
Experience managing MSPs and external vendors at scale
Ability to balance hands-on execution with strategic planning
Strong cross-functional communication and problem-solving skills

Director of IT – Cybersecurity

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