Directive Consulting is the leading B2B performance marketing agency that delivers real revenuenot just leads. We use Customer Generation (a marketing methodology developed by us) to cut through the noise. Forget MQLswere here to drive pipeline, fuel SQLs, and scale brands that are serious about growth. From Paid Media and SEO to CRO, RevOps, and Go-To-Market Strategy, we build marketing engines that win in SaaS and across B2B industries. We move fast. We think boldly. We are elite. We hire people who challenge the status quo and push campaigns past whats expected sparking demand for bold, innovative brands. If you live for performance, love solving hard problems, and want your work to actually mean something, youll fit right in. But heres the fun partwe dont just deliver results; were shaping the future of marketing. Ready to build something that breaks the mold? About The Role Directive Consulting is the performance marketing agency for SaaS and Tech companies. We use Customer Generation (a marketing methodology developed by us) which focuses on SQLs and Customers instead of traditional metrics like MQLs. We offer Paid Media, SEO, Performance Creative, and Video to our clients by creating comprehensive digital marketing strategies that allow our clients to hit their SQL targets, every time. This role reports to the Head of Finance and is a crucial part of the team and the infrastructure of both of our agencies, Directive and Abe. The Senior IT Manager is responsible for overseeing our technology strategy, security compliance, and IT budget. Roles & Responsibilities HandsOn Systems Administration & Integration: Act as the primary System Administrator for core business tools (NetSuite, Salesforce, Asana, PandaDoc, Notion, etc.), personally handling complex configurations and integrations. Ensure seamless data flow between Sales, Finance and Operations by building and maintaining automations and API connections. Evaluate and implement new tools, taking ownership of the technical setup, deployment, and training for the organization. Security, Compliance & Governance Lead the execution of compliance frameworks (SOC 2), including gathering evidence and managing audit requirements. Directly respond to customer and vendor security questionnaires to accelerate sales cycles. Configure and enforce data governance policies across distributed tools (Notion, Drive, Stratos) to prevent data silos. Manage device security policies handson using MDM software (Kandji) to protect company assets. Operational Execution & Support Serve as the final escalation point for technical issues, troubleshooting complex hardware/software problems. Partner with the IT Manager to manage the helpdesk queue, jumping in to resolve tickets and support employees directly to maintain SLAs. Develop and execute disaster planning, data backup strategies, and business continuity protocols. Maintain highlevel documentation, SOPs, and internal knowledge bases for system architecture. Own the IT budget and partner with the Finance team to identify costsaving opportunities. Conduct regular audits of the SaaS ecosystem to consolidate tools, manage renewals, and negotiate vendor contracts to streamline cost structures. What Youll Bring 5+ years of experience in IT operations or systems administration. 2+ years of leadership experience with a willingness to remain handson in the trenches. Deep expertise in remotefirst, macOS environments and modern MDM tools (Kandji/Jamf). Proven experience administering a complex SaaSbased environment (Google Workspace, Salesforce, NetSuite, Asana, etc.). Technical Versatility: You are comfortable pivoting from strategic planning to fixing a broken laptop or debugging a software error. Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and vendor negotiations. Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value for executive leadership. Previous experience leading or managing SOC 2 Type 2 and/or ISO 27001 audits is highly preferable. What We Offer Compensation for this role includes a competitive base salary. Medical, dental, vision plans, disability, and life insurance coverage for you and your family that fit your lifestyle Including a 100% employerpaid plan for you and a 50% employer contribution for your dependents (US, CAD, MX) Benefits to Support the Whole Person:
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Senior IT Manager (Remote Canada)