IT Director Jobs in Foster City, CA

An IT Director, also known as an Information Technology Director, plays a critical role in the technology industry by overseeing and managing all the IT functions within an organization. They are responsible for the overall strategy, execution, and the delivery of IT services that align with the company's objectives. Key responsibilities may include developing and implementing IT policies and systems, supervising IT staff, managing budgets, and ensuring the security of an organization's network. They also play a significant role in decision-making processes related to technology investments and innovations.

Prior to becoming an IT Director, a professional may hold various roles such as IT Manager, Systems Administrator, or Network Engineer. Essential skills for this position include strong leadership and strategic planning abilities, excellent communication skills, and profound knowledge of current technology trends and IT infrastructure. An IT Director should be highly analytical and capable of managing complex projects. Important certifications may include PMP (Project Management Professional), ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) certifications, and CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional). A degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with significant experience in IT management, is typically required.

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Director Business Intelligence And Data Analytics (On-Site)

  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 1 day ago

to improve customer outcomes.Increase effectiveness of executive KPI deck by incorporating graphic representation of data and trends.Lead and develop project roadmaps and ensure timebound success.Requires...

Director of IT

  • Menlo Park, CA (8 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (8 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of IT to oversee and manage our Dev Ops and IT strategy....

Pharma Technology Consultant Manager

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Industry/Sector Pharma and Life Sciences Specialism Product Innovation Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing...

Vice President, Technology Investment Banking - Software

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The Vice President will assist in delivering the full range of products and services to clients through formulating financial strategy and policy with clients at the executive management level, managing...

Senior Director of Business Intelligence and Strategic Analytics

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Strong strategic thinking skills and the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights that influence executive decision-making....

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Associate Director, IT - Infrastructure and End-User Support

  • South San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Learn more about Circle Pharma at www.circlepharma.com Reporting to the Executive Director and Head of IT, the Associate Director, IT - Infrastructure & End-User Support is responsible for leading and...

GenAI and Agentic AI Technology Architect - Principal Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

requirements and adhere to ethical standards Act as an advisor to leadership to develop or influence technical needs for GenAI and Agentic AI technologies for highly complex business and Lead the strategy...

Head of IT Employee Experience & Information Systems

  • Sunnyvale, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities IT Leadership Develop and execute IT strategies that align with business objectives and enhance employee experience....

Technology Architect

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Yes No 07 Please describe your experience developing IT system strategies and leading technical and business discussions relative to architecture direction....

Associate Product Management Director IT Agile PMO

  • Alameda, CA (15 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (15 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 4 days ago

This role is instrumental in developing and executing strategies to foster agile best practices and ways of working, coaching and mentoring teams, and ensuring continuous improvement in agile adoption...

Director IT - PMO

  • Alameda, CA (15 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (15 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Develop and maintain project dashboards and reporting mechanisms to provide visibility to executive leadership....

Principal, Technology Consultant

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 4 days ago

programming, code review, continuous integration, trunk-based development, feature toggling, test automation, infrastructure as a code, etc + Has practical experience of workshop execution on the director...

Senior Director, IT Business Operations

  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 5 days ago

. • Serves as a subject-matter expert and trusted source to executive leadership. • Provides influence and consultation in the development of the larger organizational or business strategy. • Models...

Director, Technology Operations - Payments Credit Risk, Marketplace

  • Hayward, CA (13 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (13 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Lead the vision of and develop Marketplace's Payments Credit Risk strategy to enable expansion/ build out of Seller Services solving for Growth, Losses, Seller experience and Monetization...

Senior Director, IT Business Partner (G&A)

  • Redwood City, CA (6 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (6 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure the security and reliability of IT systems....

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Salary for IT Director Jobs in Foster City, CA

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Highest Education Level

IT Directors in Foster City, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.3%
Master's Degree
35.9%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.1%
High School or GED
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
3.4%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by IT Directors in Foster City, CA
6-8 years
40.0%
4-6 years
23.9%
10+ years
13.3%
2-4 years
11.2%
8-10 years
10.6%
1-2 years
1.1%