Director, Infrastructure, Automation

Director, Infrastructure, Automation & Cybersecurity Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Employment Type: Full‑time Seniority Level: Director Job Function: Information Technology Position Status: Permanent Full‑time Availability: Immediately Hiring Date: November 28th, 2025 Application Deadline: December 11th, 2025 About SickKids Foundation SickKids Foundation, with over 50 years of philanthropic impact, is Canada’s largest charitable funder of child health research, learning and care, raising over $200M last year. As the national charity and fundraising partner to The Hospital for Sick Children, we support Precision Child Health, the future of tailoring medicine to each child’s unique traits. Position Overview The Director, Infrastructure, Automation & Cybersecurity provides strategic and operational leadership for the Foundation’s cloud, infrastructure, network, workplace technology, and cybersecurity environments. The role ensures secure, automated, and resilient technology platforms, enabling digital operations and supporting a data‑driven mission. Key Responsibilities Define and execute a multi‑year roadmap for infrastructure, workplace technology, automation, and cybersecurity aligned with strategic priorities. Lead modernization of cloud, infrastructure, and digital workplace services to be scalable, efficient, and cost‑optimized. Champion automation‑first principles, promoting intelligent operations, self‑healing systems, and AI‑enabled service delivery. Collaborate with business and technology leaders to ensure systems, data, and integrations meet enterprise standards and compliance frameworks. Oversee delivery squads focused on Infrastructure & Cloud Operations, Cybersecurity, and Workplace Technology & IT Support, driving modernization, automation, and service optimization initiatives. Serve as the infrastructure and security lead enabling enterprise programs such as CRM Modernization, ensuring all cloud, data, and integration environments are prepared and supported. Lead the adoption of AI‑powered tools and workflow automation technologies (including low‑code/no‑code platforms and robotic process automation) to improve IT and business operations. Lead the Foundation’s cybersecurity strategy, including threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, maintaining governance, policy, and awareness programs. Oversee the Foundation’s digital workplace technologies, ensuring reliable, secure, and user‑friendly collaboration, communication, and endpoint management. Drive continuous improvement in service management, monitoring, and change control processes, partnering with vendors to optimize contracts, performance, and service delivery. Mentor Associate Directors and Squad Leads to build leadership capacity and ensure operational excellence across teams. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). Over ten years of progressive experience leading infrastructure, workplace technology, automation, or cybersecurity functions in complex environments. Demonstrated success in implementing infrastructure modernization, cloud migration, and enterprise automation programs at scale. Strong understanding of hybrid cloud architecture, network design, identity management, and enterprise security frameworks. Experience managing IT Support and Helpdesk operations, with a focus on user satisfaction and continuous improvement. Experience implementing AI and low‑code/no‑code automation platforms to streamline operations and improve business productivity. Proven leadership in cybersecurity operations, compliance, and risk management. Deep knowledge of IT service management, change control, and performance monitoring. Excellent strategic thinking, problem‑solving, and stakeholder management skills. Exceptional communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities. Total Compensation Package Hiring Salary Range: $132,767 – $165,958 (potential to progress to $190,853). Competitive benefits include a flex benefit plan, tuition reimbursement, flexible work arrangements, pension plan, and birth parent/parental top‑up. Hours Hybrid model: minimum two days per week in‑office (Tuesday and Wednesday). How to Apply Please apply online by visiting our website: Human Resources at: for accommodations. EEO Statement SickKids Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and support all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr