Director of IT

Director of Technology & Automation

Position: Full-Time

Location: This role is PST and offers remote work from Los Angeles or Denver. Please be aware that applications from candidates residing outside of California and Colorado will not be considered.

OVERVIEW 

Movement Strategy is seeking a strategic technology leader to drive digital transformation across our remote-first agency. Reporting to the COO and partnering closely with the SVP of Creative & Strategic Innovation, you'll architect and implement the systems and automations that enable our teams to work smarter. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, a passion for automation, and the ability to balance innovation with operational excellence

A BIT ABOUT US

Movement Strategy believes that social media is the most important marketing channel. At Movement, we lead the best brand social channels (like Netflix, Amazon, WarnerMedia, Intuit, and more) to make award-winning social-centric work that breaks through the cultural zeitgeist and drives unparalleled brand growth. Our vision is to create a future where brands add real value to every community they touch - and our employees get to be a part of creating that future. We have remote hubs in New York, Denver, and LA, and we span across the United States. ​​Our team of high-performers thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering an environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and creativity is encouraged at every turn. We prioritize professional growth and development, offering continuous learning opportunities and a supportive atmosphere that empowers our teams to push boundaries and deliver exceptional results.

KEY FOCUS AREAS

Systems Strategy: Integration & Automation (60%)

• Develop and oversee high-level strategy (tech roadmap, innovation initiatives, etc.)
• Design/implement comprehensive integration strategy across agency platforms and tools
• Audit current tools/systems to provide optimizations (consolidation, smarter solutions)
• Create automated workflows to eliminate manual processes and reduce tool fragmentation
• Build scalable data flows between critical systems (reporting, project management, creative)
• Partner with SVP of Creative & Strategic Innovation on AI and automation initiatives
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies to enhance agency capabilities
• Lead platform consolidation efforts to improve efficiency and reduce complexity

Security & Technology Architecture (25%)

• Define and implement agency-wide security architecture
• Ensure compliance with client requirements and industry regulations
• Architect secure frameworks for automation and integration
• Guide technology decisions to support business objectives
• Develop and maintain technology roadmap
• Lead security audits and certifications

Strategic Vendor Management (15%)

•  Provide executive oversight of managed service provider relationship
•  Ensure service level agreements align with agency needs
•  Guide infrastructure decisions to support automation initiatives
•  Manage strategic technology partnerships and contracts
•  Drive vendor selection and evaluation process

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field
• Experience with workflow automation tools, API integrations and platforms
• Advanced level of understanding and interest with AI/innovation fields
• Must understand both technical architecture and business/creative workflows
• Strong background in systems integration and automation (and custom API/integration)
• Experience building and implementing technology transformation strategies
• Deep understanding of security architecture and compliance requirements
• Experience with SOC 2 compliance and implementation
• Knowledge of GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations
• Familiarity with identity management solutions (Okta, Azure AD)
• Experience with cloud security best practices (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Track record of reducing manual processes through technical solutions
• Ability to balance innovation with operational stability
• Experience managing technology vendors and partnerships
• Understanding of creative/agency workflows and pain points
• Strong communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts

IDEAL QUALITIES                                                                   

• Experience in advertising, marketing, and/or social media
• Strong experience and network with IT 3rd parties (help desk, security, dev)
• Background in API integration and data flow architecture
• Knowledge of AI/ML implementation in business context
• History of leading digital transformation initiatives
• Experience with remote-first technology infrastructure
• Passion for enabling creative teams through technology

BENEFITS & PERKS

Movement Strategy’s approach to the future of work: We embrace a remote culture and empower our employees to work wherever they feel most productive. To facilitate in-person collaboration, we have a partnership with WeWork which allows our employees to have a membership to any location nationwide. We recruit in our three main states of California, Colorado, and New York. 

As a leader in social advertising, we rely on the creativity of our people to deliver the best work for our clients. In return, we invest in our employees by offering them a diverse suite of benefits from best-in-class carriers, with enough choice and flexibility to keep our team and their families healthy and happy today and tomorrow.

• 100% employee contribution for health (base plan), vision, and dental
• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance & AD&D
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fully-Remote Agency
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Take-As-You-Need Paid Time Off
• Take-As-You-Need Paid Mental Health Days
• 10 days minimum required off per year
• (11) Company Paid Holidays
• (3) Summer Fridays- Fully Off
• Week-Long Winter Agency Closure
• Support for continued education
• New Business Referral Bonus
• Movement Journey Program -  Stipend for personal growth
• Health and Wellness Program
• WeWork Membership 
• Positive Impact and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committees 
• Employee Resource Groups

SALARY & COMPENSATION

In compliance with local and state law, we are disclosing the compensation for roles that will be performed in New York City, Colorado, and California. The range listed is just one component of Movement Strategy’s total compensation package for employees.  Individual compensation varies based on location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. 

A successful applicant’s actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, skill sets, years of relevant experience, qualifications, and certifications or other professional licenses held. Movement Strategy prides itself on providing competitive salaries and actively works to ensure there is pay equity across the company. 

Pay Range: $125 to $145k salary per year

Movement Strategy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they check every single box. Movement Strategy is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages those from historically and systemically marginalized communities to apply. 

We believe that what we put out into the world matters. And since we were founded on the principles of paving our own path, we take bold steps toward what we believe is the right direction. This means addressing the big stuff: the systems of inequality that impact some of us far more than others. As culture creators, we firmly believe we have a responsibility to our colleagues, clients, communities, and the industry to live up to the Movement’s name. We confront inequities head-on as they come, knowing that this work is never done and that we must keep the momentum.