What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Information Technology position at Madison-Davis, LLC?
A growing organization is seeking a Director of Information Technology to lead enterprise technology operations, infrastructure modernization, and strategic IT initiatives across a complex operational environment. This role will oversee infrastructure, business systems, cybersecurity, vendor management, and technology governance while partnering closely with executive leadership to align technology investments with business objectives.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on technology leader who can balance strategic planning with operational execution while driving modernization, scalability, and process improvement initiatives across the organization.
What You'll Tackle:
- Lead enterprise technology strategy, modernization initiatives, and long-term IT planning.
- Oversee infrastructure, cloud technologies, business applications, and enterprise systems.
- Support operational workflows through technology improvements, system integrations, and process optimization.
- Drive cybersecurity, governance, risk management, and operational best practices.
- Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities for automation, efficiency, and scalability.
- Manage technology vendors, contracts, service providers, and strategic partnerships.
- Develop and manage IT budgets, technology roadmaps, and investment priorities.
- Improve reporting, data visibility, and operational performance through technology solutions.
- Oversee business continuity, disaster recovery, and operational resilience initiatives.
- Mentor, develop, and lead technology team members while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Ensure reliable delivery of technology services across the organization.
What You Bring:
- 8 years of progressive IT leadership experience.
- Experience supporting operationally complex organizations with multiple business systems and technology platforms.
- Strong background in ERP systems, business applications, and operational technology environments.
- Infrastructure, cloud, and enterprise technology leadership experience.
- Experience modernizing legacy technology environments and driving digital transformation initiatives.
- Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, governance practices, and risk management principles.
- Ability to lead both strategically and operationally within growth-oriented organizations.
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience managing vendors, technology portfolios, and cross-functional projects.
- Proven success improving operational efficiency through technology and process improvement initiatives.
Nice to Have:
- Experience supporting distribution, logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, or operationally intensive environments.
- ERP modernization or enterprise application transformation experience.
- Experience working within private equity-backed or high-growth organizations.
- Exposure to business intelligence, analytics, or data integration initiatives.
- Experience supporting large-scale inventory, fulfillment, or operational workflows.
What Success Looks Like:
- Successful execution of technology modernization initiatives.
- Improved operational efficiency, scalability, and system reliability.
- Strong cybersecurity posture and governance practices.
- Effective alignment between technology investments and business objectives.
- High-performing technology teams and vendor partnerships.
- Delivery of measurable business value through technology innovation and operational excellence.