Director of communications Jobs in Gatineau, QC

Is this you Are you an experienced infrastructure leader with a passion for building reliable scalable systems and leading high-performing teams If so join a dynamic and fast-growing technology company where a people-first culture and results-driven mindset create a collaborative engaging work environmentcomplete with excellent benefits and perks.

Who are we Glad you asked! Opti9 is a trusted cloud solutions provider committed to delivering industry-leading tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of businesses across a wide range of industries. We are a premier Veeam partner as well as an AWS Premier Consulting Partner and Certified Solution Provider. Our expertise includes managed cloud backup and replication disaster recovery security and Microsoft 365 the public cloud space we specialize in migration optimization transformation and cloud-first application consulting.

What sets us apart A fun casual and collaborative culture that embraces fresh ideas innovation and a strong customer-first mindset. At Opti9 we work hard support each other and never shy away from a challenge. We believe in balancing results with a positive team spiritand were always on the lookout for authentic accountable individuals who are ready to grow with us and make an impact.

What would you do Our Director of Infrastructure is responsible for strategic leadership operational management and continuous improvement of Opti9s core infrastructure services. This role oversees two critical teams :

Cloud Team - Responsible for managing hypervisors virtualization platforms storage systems and the underlying infrastructure supporting our cloud offerings

Network Team - Responsible for maintaining and evolving all networking infrastructure including firewalls switches routers and connectivity solutions across data centers and customer environments

As a senior leader the Director of Infrastructure ensures the stability scalability and security of the companys cloud services while driving innovation to support growth and customer success.

What are the details

Leadership & Strategy

Measure the effectiveness of team based on KPIs to ensure infrastructure operations are aligned with company goals

Lead mentor and develop team managers and senior engineers within the Cloud and Network teams

Collaborate with executive leadership on technology strategy budget planning and investment priorities

Manage projects with team and interface with other teams to ensure infrastructure projects are being executed efficiently and timely to align with SLAs

Infrastructure Operations

Oversee the design deployment and lifecycle management of hypervisors virtualization platforms (e.g. VMware Hyper-V) and SAN / NAS storage systems

Manage the configuration performance and security of networking infrastructure including firewalls switches routers and related technologies

Establish and enforce operational standards procedures and best practices for infrastructure services

Ensure high availability disaster recovery readiness and capacity planning for infrastructure platforms

Security & Compliance

Work with the Security team to maintain compliance with relevant regulations and industry best practices

Oversee the implementation and maintenance of secure compute network and storage architectures

Support audits risk assessments and remediation activities related to infrastructure services

Service Delivery & Continuous Improvement

Ensure infrastructure services meet or exceed defined SLAs and customer expectations

Drive process automation monitoring and operational efficiencies

Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies that enhance infrastructure capabilities

Partner with Onboarding Sales and Support teams to support new services and client needs

What do you know

Knowledge and Experience :

Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field (or equivalent experience)

10 years of progressive IT infrastructure experience including at least 5 years in leadership roles

Fundamental understanding of virtualization technologies (VMware Hyper-V or similar) networks (switch firewall etc.) and enterprise storage systems (SAN NAS) and data center solutions

Demonstrated experience leading high-performing technical teams in complex environments

Strong financial management skills including budget planning and cost optimization

Excellent communication leadership and decision-making skills

Experience interfacing with vendors for procurement contract negotiations and cost optimization

Preferred Experience :

Experience in cloud service provider or managed services environments

Knowledge of automation orchestration and infrastructure-as-code practices

Familiarity with compliance frameworks (e.g. SOC 2 ISO 27001 HIPAA)

Advanced degree in a related discipline

• Experience with vendor usage reporting such as Broadcom Microsoft and similar
• This position offers flexible work options that can be performed remotely or candidates located near one of our offices may choose to work on-site or in a hybrid capacity

Key Competencies :

Strategic thinking and ability to translate vision into action through effective execution

Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and motivate teams

Customer-centric mindset with focus on reliability and service quality

What do you get from us

At Opti9 we believe work should be more than just a jobit should be a place where you feel valued supported and excited to grow. When you join our team heres what you can expect :

Flexible Work Options Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with a mix of remote and in-office work

Paid Time Off Generous PTO and paid holidays so you can recharge take care of what matters and bring your best self to work

Health & Dental Coverage Comprehensive insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy including EAP benefits

Wellness Reimbursement An annual benefit to support your physical and mental well-being covering a wide range of health-related expenses

Retirement Plan with Company Match Invest in your future with our matched retirement savings program

Casual Supportive Culture We keep things laid-back but focused with a strong emphasis on teamwork and accountability

Recognition & Rewards We celebrate wins and recognize contributions with regular programs that highlight your impact

Professional Development Access learning opportunities training programs and support for certifications to help you grow your career

Give Back Together Participate in group volunteer opportunities and community initiatives that align with our values

A Place Youll Want to Be Were building a team of great people doing meaningful workand we have fun doing it

Opti9 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color ancestry national origin gender sexual orientation marital status religion age disability gender identity results of genetic testing service in the military or any other legally protected characteristic.

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 200000 - 230000