Director, Head of US IT Infrastructure

 

 

 

Requisition ID: 211015

 Salary Range: 180,000.00 - 301,500.00 

Please note that the Salary Range shown is a guideline only. Salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

 

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

 

Global Banking and Markets 

 

Global Banking and Markets (GBM) is a leading Canadian Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a growing platform in the US and Latin America, operating globally for over 100 years. Scotiabank’s strong U.S. presence provides our clients an important bridge to this key global market for trade and investment flows across the Americas and the world. 

 

Global Banking & Markets provides a full range of investment banking, credit and risk management products and services relevant to the financing and strategic development needs of our clients. Our products include debt and equity financing, mergers & acquisitions, corporate banking, institutional equity sales, trading and research, fixed income products, derivatives, energy, foreign exchange and precious & metals. We also cross-sell the full range of wholesale products and services offered by the Scotiabank Group.  

 

Be part of an innovative, Global Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a unique geographic footprint that puts capital to work for our clients across industries!  We work together to drive ambition for every future! 

Purpose

 

The Head of US IT Infrastructure is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the delivery of all IT infrastructure services across the United States for a large global banking institution. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong execution and operational experience, ensuring the seamless delivery of programs and services,  including servers, storage, networking, data center management, cloud services, and end-user computing.

 

What You’ll Do

 

Service Delivery Management:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of IT infrastructure services, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and reliability of systems.
• Oversee the management of servers, storage, network infrastructure, and cloud services, ensuring alignment with business needs and compliance requirements.
• Oversee the delivery of end user technologies for high touch users within Trading and Investment banking areas, ensuring quality, performance, and resiliency.

Infrastructure Remediation Initiatives:

• Drive local execution and tracking of infrastructure remediation initiatives, including software currency, asset management, vulnerability management, and disaster recovery preparedness.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify, prioritize, and implement necessary remediation actions to maintain regulatory compliance and service quality.

Regulatory Compliance and Best Practices:

• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices specific to the financial services industry, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance and mitigate risks associated with IT infrastructure.
• Support local CIO with participation and support for regulatory exams and meetings

Transformation Leadership:

• Lead and manage infrastructure transformation projects within a highly matrixed organization, driving successful outcomes and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Utilize data-driven insights to inform decision-making and strategic planning related to infrastructure investments and enhancements.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of IT infrastructure professionals, promoting a culture of excellence and accountability.