Associate Director of Technology

WHO WE ARE Third Plateau is an impact consultancy partnering with philanthropy, nonprofits, and communities to build the infrastructure of change. We are one of Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators!

OUR APPROACH Third Plateau is built on a simple premise: creating lasting social good requires more than good intentions. Society’s most complex challenges are deeply rooted, interconnected, and resistant to quick fixes.

Philanthropists, foundations, and nonprofit leaders know this and are up for the challenge, bringing their passions and ambitions day in and day out. To realize that potential, they’re looking for a partner who brings the experience to design great strategies and the capacity to see them through. Third Plateau was built exactly for this work. Interested applicants are encouraged to learn more about our approach and our company values.

OVERVIEW The Associate Director of Technology is a technical leader who bridges strategy and execution. This role is responsible for translating the firm’s technology strategy, as established by the Vice President of Technology, into implementation roadmaps and scalable, secure, and effective systems and processes for a 120-person organization, and for independently executing those plans. Reporting to the Vice President of Technology, the Associate Director leads enterprise systems administration and integrations, IT support and troubleshooting, and firmwide technology learning and AI adoption.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Cybersecurity, Risk & Governance Implement and maintain practical cybersecurity controls, access standards, data retention and destruction practices, and other technology safeguards across the firm. Partner with the Vice President of Technology to develop technology policies and governance standards, then translate them into clear processes, technical configurations, employee guidance, and training. Monitor technology risks, industry practices, and vendor recommendations; validate technical implementation and follow through rather than relying solely on third-party assurances. Support incident response, business continuity, vendor risk, and other technology-related governance activities while balancing firmwide standards with legitimate employee, client, and project requirements. Technology Operations & Support

BENEFITS + PERKS

• Remote-First Approach
• Flexible & Generous Time Off
• 100% employer-paid options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for you, with employer contributions toward dependent coverage
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Employer contribution of up to $850 to your Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, DCFSA and Commuter)
• Initial home office stipend of $550, with $250 provided annually thereafter

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An annual professional development stipend of $1,000

• $110/monthly cell phone and home internet stipend
• 13 weeks paid parental and medical leave
• Annual discretionary bonus based on both company performance and individual performance
• Up to $500 annually to invest in your mental, emotional, and physical well-being
• Access to curated learning opportunities and team-based growth experiences to support the professional development of our team

Applications will be accepted through November 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM PST. Review of applications will begin after the posting closes, and only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria. Yet, women and other people who are systematically marginalized tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you're new to this field, returning to work after a gap in employment, looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career, we would be glad to have you on our radar.

At Third Plateau, we believe in the power of diverse teams. In our recruiting efforts, we always seek to reach a broad and diverse pool of applicants to ensure our final candidates are not a homogeneous group in terms of demographics or experience. You can read more about our company values here. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. Third Plateau is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to their race, color, age, religious creed, sexual orientation, or other personal characteristics.

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