Director, IT
(20171)
At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests' stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that's chic but wonderfully unstuffy, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests' expectations at every possible turn.
Amidst fragrant pines and glistening peaks, One&Only Moonlight Basin is a glamorous return to simplicity. Fill days cascading down cool waters, unearthing the magic of Yellowstone National park, skiing on world renowned slopes and retreating to floating evergreen spaces. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest's every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it's our passion.
Job Summary
The IT Director is responsible for managing the daily operations of the resort's IT environment. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines technical expertise with operational management, serving as a leader of internal teams and external providers to ensure the effective delivery of IT services across the property.
This position is accountable for all aspects of property technology planning, decision-making, implementation, governance, maintenance, support, and security, ensuring that technology resources align with business goals. This individual contributes their advanced technology expertise and hospitality acumen to support the resort's operational, guest service, and financial objectives.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Lead the design, implementation, and improvement of the resort's technology infrastructure, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security
Execute the resort's overall IT strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, brand standards, and company initiatives
Manage technology projects from initiation through implementation, ensuring delivery on schedule, within the budget, and according to specifications
Oversee the operation and maintenance of all property technology infrastructure, telecommunication systems, and business applications
Ensure all hardware, software, network, and telecommunication systems remain fully operational to support any business needs
Manage user access administration across all systems, ensuring appropriate authorization, duty segregation, and timely provisioning, modification, and access removal
Oversee support for all systems including but not limited to: Property Management Systems (PMS); Point of Sale (POS); Financial Systems; Document Management Systems; Spa, Retail, and Recreation Systems; Telecommunication and PBX Systems; and Security Systems
Deliver effective incident management, problem resolution, and proactive communication with stakeholders throughout the IT ticket process
Monitor network operations across the property, implementing proactive measures to optimize performance and minimize downtime
Ensure scheduled backup and recovery processes are performed, tested, and documented
Conduct regular inspects of IT infrastructure, equipment, and environments, maintaining compliance with operational requirements and security standards
Evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices, recommending solutions that continue to enhance operational efficiency
Enforce IT policies, standards, and controls to protect company assets, systems, confidential information, and intellectual property
Maintain compliance with PCI-DSS, GDPR, and all applicable legal and regulatory requirements
Deliver technology-related training programs to improve user knowledge, adoption, and usage
Collaborate closely with the Kerzner Global IT Team on enterprise initiatives, system implementations, security requirements, and corporate standards
Manage relationships with technology vendors, service providers, consultants, and contractors
Maintain comprehensive inventories of hardware, software (including licenses), vendor agreements, and maintenance contracts
Conduct cost-benefit analyses of IT investments and expenses, identifying opportunities for cost savings
Perform additional duties as assigned by the General Manager and other members of management
Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements
Degree, diploma, or accreditation in IT, Computer Science, or a related discipline
Minimum of 8 years of progressive IT leadership experience
Professional certifications such as MCSE, CCNA, CCNP, PMP, ITIL, or equivalent
Previous experience in a luxury hotel, resort, or hospitality environment
Demonstrated success in managing complex IT operations, projects, vendors, and budgets in a service-oriented environment
Strong technical background in the following areas:
Knowledge of Microsoft Windows server and desktop operating systems
Experience with hospitality technology platforms, including Property Management Systems (Opera), Point of Sales (POS) Systems, Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), telecommunications, and related applications
Understanding of network architecture, wireless infrastructure, VLANs, IPTV, VoIP, and videoconferencing platforms
Experience managing VMware environments, patch management solutions (SCCM), backup and recovery platforms, and enterprise security controls
Knowledge of PCI-DSS, GDPR, and information security governance frameworks
Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively engage guests, colleagues, and leaders
Proven ability to prioritize competing demands simultaneously under pressure
Must be self-motivated, capable of working independently while fostering a collaborative team culture
Must be willing to work flexible hours to support business needs, including after-hours support for service disruptions or critical incidents
Benefits
Physical Requirements
The ideal candidate must be able to perform all physical requirements of the job in a safe manner, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical requirements include, but are not limited to:
Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.