📍 Remote – USA
Industry: Technology, Cloud Platforms & Enterprise Digital Infrastructure
💵 Compensation Package: $350,000 – $480,000 + Executive Incentives
About the Role
We operate within a large, technology-enabled enterprise where Information Technology is a strategic foundation for business performance, innovation, security, and scalability. As the organization continues to grow across digital platforms, global operations, and complex data environments, IT leadership plays a critical role in enabling reliability, modernization, and long-term enterprise resilience.
The Head of Information Technology is an executive leadership role responsible for defining and executing enterprise IT strategy across infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, data platforms, and end-user services. This leader partners closely with executive leadership to ensure technology investments align with business priorities, regulatory requirements, and future growth objectives.
This role is designed for a senior IT executive who combines deep technical expertise with strong operational discipline, financial stewardship, and executive-level influence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Define and lead enterprise IT strategy aligned with business growth, digital transformation, and risk management goals.
- Oversee global IT operations, including infrastructure, applications, cloud platforms, service management, and end-user computing.
- Ensure high availability, performance, and security of mission-critical systems and platforms.
- Lead cybersecurity strategy, governance, and incident response in partnership with security leadership.
- Drive IT modernization initiatives, including cloud migration, platform consolidation, and automation.
- Establish governance frameworks for architecture, change management, vendor management, and compliance.
- Partner with Finance and Procurement to manage IT budgets, cost optimization, and vendor relationships.
- Collaborate with Product, Operations, HR, and Commercial leaders to deliver technology-enabled business outcomes.
- Build and mentor senior IT leaders and global technology teams.
- Provide executive-level reporting on technology performance, risk posture, and investment outcomes.
Job Qualifications and Requirements
- 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in Information Technology or Enterprise Technology roles.
- Proven success leading large-scale IT organizations within complex, regulated, or global environments.
- Deep expertise in cloud platforms, enterprise applications, infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
- Strong understanding of IT governance, ITSM, enterprise architecture, and compliance frameworks.
- Demonstrated ability to align technology strategy with business and financial objectives.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Technology or Business strongly preferred.
- Executive-level communication skills with experience engaging boards and senior leadership.
Personal Capabilities and Qualifications
- Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline.
- Calm, decisive leader during incidents or high-pressure situations.
- Highly analytical and data-driven in decision-making.
- Executive presence with the ability to influence across technical and non-technical teams.
- Adaptable and resilient in fast-evolving environments.
- Strong people leader focused on accountability, development, and succession planning.
Strategic Support
- Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on technology strategy and risk management.
- Support enterprise modernization, digital transformation, and scalability initiatives.
- Partner with Finance and Strategy teams on technology investment planning and ROI analysis.
- Influence long-range planning related to infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data capabilities.
- Provide insights on emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory developments.
Working Conditions
- Remote-first executive role with periodic travel for leadership meetings, strategy sessions, and operational reviews.
- High-visibility position with accountability for enterprise technology performance and security.
- Collaboration across global teams and multiple time zones.
- Fast-paced environment supporting continuous innovation and operational excellence.
Job Function
- Lead enterprise IT strategy and operations.
- Ensure secure, reliable, and scalable technology platforms.
- Enable business growth through technology innovation and modernization.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $350,000 – $480,000
- Annual executive performance bonus
- Long-term incentive eligibility (equity, LTIP, or performance-based awards)
- Executive benefits package including:
- Health, dental, vision & wellness programs
- Retirement plan participation
- Executive leadership coaching & development
- Paid time off with remote flexibility
- Mental health & wellbeing resources
- Technology support for remote work
Why Join Us
- Lead enterprise technology at a global scale with executive influence.
- Shape the future digital foundation of a modern organization.
- Partner closely with senior leadership on mission-critical initiatives.
- Operate in a role with high visibility, accountability, and long-term impact.
- Clear pathways toward Chief Information Officer, Chief Digital Officer, or broader enterprise leadership roles.
