Direct reliable technology services for the University of Waterloo Faculty of Engineering, spanning infrastructure, security, and classroom technologies. Work full time in a permanent staff appointment.

This senior leadership role oversees Engineering IT personnel, resources, and operating models within a research-intensive academic workplace. The Senior Director builds trusted partnerships while improving service delivery for faculty, researchers, staff, and students.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead Engineering IT organizational design and workforce planning
Oversee technology governance, compliance, and accountability
Direct research IT priorities and resource allocation
Communicate strategies and service impacts to stakeholders




Mentor leaders and staff through continuous improvement

Requirements:
Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
10+ years leading information systems or related functions
At least five years of senior leadership experience
People management in service-oriented technology settings
Understanding of research computing and laboratory operations

Lead infrastructure, information security, and client-focused improvement while supporting Engineering’s academic and research mission.

📌 Faculty It Infrastructure And Systems Leader London
🏢 University of Waterloo
📍 London