Josh Gister

About Josh Gister

Experienced IT leader with a proven ability to scale teams, drive technology strategy, and deliver business-aligned solutions. Expertise in building infrastructure, leading cybersecurity efforts, and implementing cloud-first approaches. Known for optimizing budgets, negotiating key contracts, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Adept at guiding IT transformations in high-growth environments while mentoring teams across diverse IT disciplines.

Experience

1. Director of IT

   Nexamp

   Jan 2018 — Present · Boston, MA, US

   I shape enterprise technology strategy in partnership with executive leadership - driving scale, security, and business alignment. I built and lead the Infrastructure, Security, and Support functions, transforming IT into a strategic enabler.Recent work includes cutting enterprise software spend, advancing cybersecurity maturity toward ISO27001/SOC2, and leading org-wide adoption of Microsoft 365, Atlassian, and AI tools. I focus on building high-performing teams, aligning tech with growth, and using IT to unlock real business value.

Education

• Southern Connecticut State University

  English Language and Literature, General

Skills

• Social Media Marketing
• IT Infrastructure Design
• Marketing
• IT Strategy
• Web Analytics
• Editing
• Google Adwords
• SEO
• Php
• Xhtml
• Strategic Planning
• Google Analytics
• Programming
• Web Design
• Web Marketing
• Project Management
• Css
• Front-End
• Lead Generation
• Management
• Vendor Management
• Cms
• Website Development
• Online Marketing
• Conversion Optimization
• Integration