Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app.

Delivering financial peace of mind starts with a team that values integrity and rewards ingenuity. At Ameris, you’ll find teammates who are inclusive, collaborative problem-solvers who go the extra mile to support one another and to meet every customer’s needs. When teammates are empowered and bring their diverse perspectives to the table, we create the best possible outcomes for our customers. At Ameris, we know that a growth mindset is key for high performance and fosters an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement. Teammates have access to Employee Resource Groups that serve as advocates and allies as well as professional development opportunities to drive ongoing education. Learn more about our purpose and how you can bring it to life as an Ameris Bank teammate.

The Director of Systems Engineering is responsible for ensuring the streamlined operation of the computing resources to meet the business objectives of the organization. This individual will plan, coordinate, direct, and design systems related activities of the organization, as well as provide administrative direction. This person will work closely with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization. This person will also define and implement IT policies, procedures, and best practices. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:

·       Manage the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, development, upgrade and support of all IT systems, including servers, PCs, operating systems, hardware, software and peripherals.

·       Work with stakeholders to define business and systems requirements for new technology implementations.

·       Direct research on potential technology solutions in support of procurement efforts.

·       Keep current with the latest technologies.

·       Approve and oversee projects and project portfolio.

·       Practice asset management for IT hardware, software and equipment.

·       Manage IT staffing, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, development, evaluation and disciplinary actions.

·       Establish and maintain regular written and in-person communications with the organization’s executives, department heads and end users regarding pertinent IT activities.

·       Lead operational and strategic planning, including fostering innovation, planning projects and organizing and negotiating the allocation of resources.

·       Assist in the definition and communication of corporate plans, procedures, policies and standards for the organization for acquiring, implementing and operating new systems, equipment, software and other technologies.

·       Advise, counsel and educate executive and management teams on their relative importance and financial impact.

·       Specific tasks include but are not limited to: design input and review; impact analysis; monitoring, capacity modeling; operational documentation; and SLA development and implementation for services provided.

·       Benchmark analyze report on and make recommendations for the improvement and growth of the network infrastructure and systems.

·       Manage financial aspects of the network infrastructure, including purchasing, budgeting and budget review.

·       Develop business case justifications and cost/benefit analyses for network infrastructure spending and initiatives.

·       Develop and implement all network infrastructure policies and procedures, including those for architecture, security, disaster recovery, standards, purchasing and service provisioning.

·       Develop requests for proposal.

·       Negotiate and administer vendor, outsourcer and consultant contracts and service agreements.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

·       Strong technical knowledge of network and PC operating systems.

·       Strong technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols and standards.

·       Extensive application support experience.

·       Proven experience in network infrastructure planning and development.

·       Excellent understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.

·       In-depth knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.

·       Strong understanding of human resource management principles, practices and procedures.

·       Strong understanding of project management principles.

·      Ability to handle multiple and dynamic projects and tasks at the same time.

Industry and Work Experience:

·       10+ years of experience with both hands-on technical and management experience leading a team of technical employees.

Academic:

·       Bachelor of Science Degree required.

·       MBA Degree preferred.

·       VMware Server+, MSCE, Network ++ Certificates and Licenses preferred.

Benefits Available to Employees:

Ameris Bank provides a comprehensive employee benefit package to all eligible employees.

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Ameris Bank absorbs a major portion of the cost of healthcare. You become eligible for coverage on the first of the month following 30 days of employment Life Insurance provided at no additional cost to employees Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage Long-Term Disability Coverage Paid Sick and Vacation Leave 11 Holidays Volunteer/Service Day Employee Stock Purchase Plan 401(k) Retirement Plan Ameris Bank matches 50% of your first 8% of contributions to the plan Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Account Health Reimbursement Arrangement Supplemental Life & Other Insurance Plans Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Legal Insurance Employee Assistance Program Employee Advocacy Program  Tickets at Work (Entertainment discounts for Ameris Bank Employees) AT&T Employee Discount Wellness Discounts for Medical Premiums and Other Rewards  Employee Referral Incentive Education Assistance Employee Resource Groups

Banking Advantages for Employees:

In addition to a wide array of benefits, Ameris Bank employees are also eligible for special bank services.

Free Interest Checking Free Safe Deposit Box Free Money Orders, Travelers’ Checks and Cashier Checks Discount on Mortgage Origination Fee Free Online Banking and Free Unlimited Online Bill Payment Employee Banking Perks

Disclaimer:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.