IT Director Jobs in San Mateo, 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 San Mateo, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

processes for existing applications and maintain architecture models.Manage and deliver business performance analytics and advise on strategy to improve customer outcomes.Increase effectiveness of executive...

Director of IT

  • Menlo Park, CA (10 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (10 miles from San Mateo, 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 (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, 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 (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, 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 (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 2 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 (8 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (8 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 2 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 (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a highly skilled and innovative GenAI and Agentic AI Technology Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for establishing...

Head of IT Employee Experience & Information Systems

  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Head of IT - Employee Experience & Information Systems Sunnyvale CA or Toronto Canada Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs. Our novel wafer-scale...

Associate Product Management Director IT Agile PMO

  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Agile Lead and Program/Project Manager to drive the evolution of agile maturity across our IT organization to achieve continuous value delivery and increase agility...

Director IT - PMO

  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Principal, Technology Consultant

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 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 San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 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 (14 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (14 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 5 days ago

This role will be a key member of the Marketplace Payments and Financial Services team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead innovative Credit Risk solutions to enable growth of...

Senior Director, IT Business Partner (G&A)

  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Revolution Medicines is a clinical-stage precision oncology company focused on developing novel targeted therapies to inhibit frontier targets in RAS-addicted cancers. The company's R&D pipeline...

Cellular Technology Manager

  • Cupertino, CA (22 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (22 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Summary Posted: Apr 14, 2025 Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number: 200599535 Are you a bold innovator who thrives on solving complex challenges? Do you enjoy pushing the boundaries of widely...

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Salary for IT Director Jobs in San Mateo, CA

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Highest Education Level

IT Directors in San Mateo, 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 San Mateo, 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%