DIRECTOR OF IT Position Available In Hinds, Mississippi

DIRECTOR OF IT

Mississippi Sports Medicine – 3.6

Jackson, MS Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$93.3K – $122K a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Computer Science

PMP CISSP HIPAA

Master’s degree 8 years CISM Bachelor’s degree IT Senior level Master of Business Administration Leadership Communication skills Information Technology Full Job Description Mississippi Sports Medicine is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and execution-driven Director of Information Technology to lead all aspects of IT operations and strategy across our organization. This leader will ensure technology platforms are stable, secure, scalable, and support our mission of delivering best-in-class orthopedic care. The Director will report locally to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Mississippi Sports Medicine, with a shared reporting line to the Senior Vice President of Information Technology at United States Orthopaedic Partners (USOP)—the Management Services Organization (MSO) serving Mississippi Sports Medicine and its affiliate practices. Key Responsibilities Serve as Security Officer and Privacy Officer for the organization, coordinating closely with the USOP Security and Privacy Officer to align on policies, risk assessments, incident response protocols, and HIPAA compliance requirements. Lead the daily operations of IT infrastructure, networking, server management, cloud platforms, cyber security, and clinical/business application support. Drive strategic IT planning, lifecycle management, and budget oversight, ensuring cost-effective, scalable investments in hardware, software, and services. Partner with the USOP IT team and external Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to execute major initiatives, resolve infrastructure or security challenges, and fulfill performance and uptime SLAs. Foster strong, service-oriented relationships with clinical, administrative, and executive leadership, translating technology strategy into actionable solutions. Develop, implement, and enforce IT and security policies aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Evaluate technology upgrades, process enhancements, and new vendor platforms that drive innovation, efficiency, and positive user experience. Cultivate a highly capable and mission-driven internal IT team; define objectives and mentor staff for performance and growth. Coordinate training, onboarding, and effective change management during new technology rollouts. Serve as a point of escalation and guidance for technology-related concerns, service quality, and end-user support. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline; MBA or other advanced degree preferred. IT certifications such as CISSP, CISM, PMP, ITIL, or similar are strongly preferred. 8+ years of progressive IT experience, including at least 3 years in executive-level reporting and decision-making roles. Experience supporting healthcare environments, HIPAA compliance, and EHR systems. Demonstrated success in managing hybrid internal/outsourced technology teams, including vendor management and MSP oversight. Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational change skills. Benefits Competitive compensation with performance incentives Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and 401(K) Generous PTO and holiday schedule Professional development and leadership growth opportunities About Us Mississippi Sports Medicine, based in Jackson, MS, is the leading provider of orthopedic care in the region. We offer a full continuum of services across 6 clinic locations, 3 physical therapy centers, an 8-OR ambulatory surgery center, imaging, urgent care, a pharmacy, and sports performance centers. As a part of the USOP network, our team benefits from enterprise-level resources, strategic partnerships, and collaboration with top orthopedic practices across the country. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.