Assistant VP of IT

We are currently looking for an experienced individual to join our team as an Assistant Vice President of Information Technology. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating, identifying, defining, and implementing technological processes, as well as specialized tools conducive to continuously improving the technical operation of AGMU.

AGM University serves a diverse student population, offering bilingual education to the community for traditional and non-traditional students.

Essential Functions

• Participate in the decision-making processes and activities related to the technological development of AGMU in partnership with the Associate Vice President of Information Technology of UAGM in Puerto Rico.
• Participate in defining strategies with suppliers and vendors of AGMU infrastructure, applications, and technological services.
• Develop action plans for and coordinate the communication plan for the university community, with Associate Vice President.
• Evaluate, identify, define, and recommend the implementation of technological processes and specialized tools conducive to continuously improving the technical operation of the different areas of AGMU.
• Direct and coordinate the development of the applications, programs, systems, interfaces, and databases necessary to keep AGMU's information systems up to date with the latest technology by integrating technical staff and users.
• Direct and supervise the installation of programs developed by the system development unit and the installation of new versions, patches, or programs acquired.
• Lead and execute the maintenance and configuration activities of the equipment and connections that make up AGMU's technological infrastructure (servers, storage systems, data, wireless, and voice networks).
• Recommend the purchase of new network equipment systems and the contracting of services related.
• Supervise the functional analysis and system failure processes and ensure their diagnosis and resolution.
• Develop, implement, and keep updated an operational plan for the recovery of technological infrastructure in the event of a disaster.
• Lead the resolution and management of security incidents with the IT Security Director.
• Supervise the monitoring of the security systems' logs in operation to identify vulnerable areas in the network security architecture and provide solutions for managing the findings.
• Direct and conduct investigations related to situations that affect the security of the systems.
• Coordinate and provide documentation requested by external auditors in IT audit processes. Supports the Vice President in drafting and monitoring compliance with the corrective measures to the findings and indications resulting from audits.
• Direct the activities and establishment of IT Infrastructure priorities and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Prepare and submit the operational budget of the units under supervision, for approval of the Vice President. Once approved, her or she is responsible for ensuring the execution, analysis, and control of these funds.
• Recommend and implement policies, standards, and procedures for the excellent use of information systems and technology at the AGMU.
• Provide a development and training plan for the employees under supervision.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer information technology or related area, from an accredited university.
• Six (6) years of experience in the university field in related functions.
• Knowledge of computer systems (hardware/software), networks, ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library), Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, IT infrastructure, CCNTV, antivirus, firewalls and routers, network configuration, among others.
• Knowledge of the analysis, implementation, and evaluation of technological systems and their specifications.
• Demonstrate mastery of business productivity technological tools and remote communication technologies to support their functions and offer physical (on-site) and remote services.
• Knowledge in budget preparation, management, and control.
• Knowledge of management aspects.
• Supervision skills.
• Leadership and teamwork skills.
• Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while achieving goals and objectives.
• Ability to attend to and relate to high-level personnel.
• Ability to effectively present information to management.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to express both, verbal and written in English and Spanish.
  
  

About Agm University

Ana G. Mendez University (AGMU) is a nonprofit institution of higher education established in 2003. AGMU operates four campuses in the State of Florida and offers a wide range of academic offerings in Spanish, English and Bilingual across various modalities. AGMU promotes innovation, entrepreneurship, research, and diversity. In addition, we encourage integral education to benefit the Hispanic and international communities. AGMU proudly offers programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels that are framed by the highest academic standards.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. “EEO Employer & Affirmative Action for Minorities/Females/People with Disabilities/Veterans”

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