The future of high school athletics and activities is powered by PlayOn! Sports. Through GoFan, the NFHS Network, and rSchoolToday, the PlayOn team elevates the event experience for schools and communities across digital ticketing, fundraising, concessions, streaming, websites, and activity management.

PlayOn has united top brands in the school event space with a shared passion for athletics and activities and the lifelong memories that they instill. We take pride in empowering schools to save time and focus on what matters most: the students, staff, and communities who make their programs possible.

Thousands of schools partner with PlayOn to provide unparalleled access to millions of people to discover, enjoy, and relive their favorite events in person and online. As we continue to grow, we remain true to our vision to be there for schools so their communities can be there for every moment.

PlayOn! Sports is looking for a Head of Information Technology and Security to play a crucial role in leading and managing all aspects of our organization's IT infrastructure and security protocols. This senior-level position requires a strategic thinker who can align IT and security initiatives with overall business objectives. The position will report to our Chief Financial Officer.

Additional responsibilities and accountabilities for this role include:

• Develop and execute the IT and security strategy in alignment with the company's overall goals.

• Collaborate with executive leadership to identify and prioritize technology and security initiatives.

• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's IT infrastructure.

• Ensure the reliability and security of networks, systems, and applications.

• Establish and enforce security policies and procedures to safeguard company data and systems.

• Conduct regular risk assessments and implement measures to mitigate potential threats.

• Build and lead a high-performing IT and security team.

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Evaluate and manage relationships with external vendors and service providers.

• Negotiate contracts and ensure cost-effective solutions.

• Stay current with industry regulations and compliance standards.

• Ensure the organization's IT and security practices comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Develop and implement incident response plans to address and mitigate security incidents.

• Lead investigations and coordinate with relevant stakeholders during security incidents.

 

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master's degree preferred).

• 10 years of progressive experience in IT leadership roles.

• Proven experience in developing and implementing IT and security strategies.

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and technologies.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills