Job Description

Director of IT | Energy Tech Start-up | Onsite Austin, TX

Stanton House are partnering with a fast-growing energy technology organization that is designing and deploying modular power solutions for industrial customers globally. As the business transitions from research and development into active construction and international deployment, its IT environment is expanding rapidly in both scale and complexity.

We are recruiting a Director of IT to build a secure, reliable, and scalable technology foundation to support a highly technical, engineering-driven organization. This role will oversee corporate IT systems, network operations, end-user support, identity and access management, and the broader technology environment across offices, laboratories, and expanding field operations.

Key Responsibilities

IT Leadership and Strategy

• Build and execute an IT roadmap that supports a rapidly scaling energy technology organization
• Establish core IT processes, including governance, compliance, and access management
• Partner with Engineering, Security, and Operations to ensure IT systems meet company-wide needs

Infrastructure Management

• Oversee corporate networks, servers, cloud services, and collaboration tools
• Maintain secure and reliable environments across multiple locations
• Ensure systems are monitored, patched, backed up, and resilient

End-User Support

• Provide high-quality IT support to employees across engineering, operations, and business teams
• Manage onboarding and offboarding, device lifecycle, and help desk operations
• Ensure a smooth, secure, and consistent user experience across all IT systems

Systems Administration

• Configure and maintain servers, storage, identity systems, and enterprise applications
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls with precision
• Maintain clear documentation for all IT systems and processes

Technology Evaluation and Vendor Management

• Recommend tools and technologies that improve productivity, reliability, and security
• Manage vendor relationships, licensing, contracts, and IT budget considerations

Qualifications required

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 6+ years of experience supporting IT environments in scaling organizations
• Strong knowledge of networking, hardware, software, cloud platforms, and endpoint management
• Experience supporting technical or engineering-focused teams
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to lead projects and manage budgets

Preferred

• Experience in regulated industries such as energy, manufacturing, or industrial technology
• Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO)
• Experience supporting distributed teams or multi-site environments
• Prior experience building or leading small IT teams

Why This Role Matters

This organization is entering a phase where enterprise-grade IT infrastructure is critical to safety, reliability, and global scale. The Director of IT will have the opportunity to build the IT function from the ground up, influence foundational technology decisions, and work closely across IT, cybersecurity, engineering, and advanced energy operations.

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