Director of information technology Jobs in Chicago, IL

Director Of It/Is

Sedron Technologies is hiring a talented Director of IT/IS in Chicago, IL, Bellingham or Sedro-Woolley, WA, or remotely in the US! Sedron is a leading provider of circular waste management technologies for agricultural manure and municipal biosolids processing, deploying facilities across several North American regions. Since its founding in 2014, Sedron has pioneered innovative solutions, including the patented Varcor system, to transform waste into clean water, organic fertilizer, and carbon-negative commodities. With strong engineering expertise, Sedron's processes reduce nutrient pollution, lower operational expenses, and promote sustainability at a fraction of traditional costs.

The Director of Information Technology & Information Systems reports to the Chief Financial Officer and holds primary accountability for the strategic direction, implementation, and ongoing governance of the Company's IT and IS infrastructure. This role leads the organization's technology roadmap across enterprise systems, operational technology (OT) integration, cybersecurity, data management, and end-user support ensuring that technology investments directly enable Sedron's mission to design, build, commission, and operate advanced water and waste upcycling solutions.

The Director leads a team of IT professionals and managed service relationships, work with business users to understand business needs, setting standards and priorities across both corporate and field-deployed environments. This is a high-autonomy position requiring the ability to balance long-range planning with hands-on execution in a manufacturing and field operations context.

Because we design, build, commission, and operate our technologies, we are looking for individuals who can meet the following essential functions of the position:

• Develop and execute a multi-year IT/IS roadmap aligned with Sedron's operational and growth objectives
• Establish and enforce IT governance policies, standards, and procedures across the organization
• Evaluate, recommend, and oversee adoption of new technologies to improve efficiency, scalability, and security
• Manage IT budgets, vendor contracts, and technology procurement decisions
• Work with end-users to understand technology needs and upcoming system requirements
• Oversee design, deployment, and maintenance of network, server, cloud, and end-user computing infrastructure
• Ensure high availability and reliability of enterprise systems including ERP, CRM, document management, and business intelligence platforms
• Lead integration efforts between corporate IT systems and operational technology (OT) environments, including PLCs, SCADA, and remote monitoring systems deployed at facilities
• Manage disaster recovery, business continuity, and system backup programs
• Define and maintain Sedron's cybersecurity posture, including policies, access controls, vulnerability management, and incident response procedures
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks and security requirements
• Conduct or oversee regular security assessments and drive remediation of identified gaps
• Oversee data architecture, governance, and integrity across enterprise and operational data systems
• Support development and maintenance of data products that enable informed decision-making across the business
• Establishes clear roles and accountability within the IT function as the team scales
• Serve as the primary technology advisor to senior leadership and department heads
• Collaborate with engineering, project delivery, and operations teams to support technology needs for capital projects and field deployments
• Support compliance, legal, and HR teams with systems and data needs related to regulatory reporting and internal audits

This position allows for growth and career progression to be determined by performance, certifications, and supervisor discretion.

Benefits

• Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options to keep you feeling your best
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays (plus 2 floating holidays to use your way)
• Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• FSA and HSA options with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement we invest in your growth
• Casual work attire no suits required (unless that's your thing)

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field; Master's degree preferred
• 8+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including at least 3 years in a director-level or equivalent role; experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial operations environment strongly preferred
• Relevant certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, PMP, ITIL, or equivalent; certifications in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) a plus
• Demonstrated experience with enterprise infrastructure (on-premise and cloud), ERP and CRM platforms, IT/OT integration, cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001), data management, and managed service oversight; familiarity with industrial networking protocols (e.g., PROFINET, Modbus, MQTT) a plus
• Strong project management skills with experience leading concurrent, cross-functional technology initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to build and develop high-performing technical teams
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data to drive decisions and measure outcomes
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced, resource-conscious environment with evolving priorities
• High integrity and sound judgment when handling sensitive data, systems access, and vendor relationships

Additional Information

• Compensation for this role is between $170,000 - $240,000 annually
• This role may qualify for a discretionary bonus, recognizing outstanding contributions to team and company success
• This role requires approximately 10% travel to support Sedron facilities
• In compliance with state and local pay transparency laws, the expected compensation for this role is shared above. The range provided is Sedron's estimate of the base compensation for this role and the final offer will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills, and geographic location. Compensation may be adjusted within this range to reflect regional cost-of-living differences in states where Sedron is hiring.

Must be a US Citizen or legal permanent resident for this position. We are unable to sponsor any employment visas.

We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. This is a non-safety sensitive role and all applicants will be subject to applicable pre-employment drug testing and a background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment.

Not sure you meet all the qualifications? We encourage you to still apply! We'll review your application and may have training opportunities or other positions available.

Sedron Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sedron Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Sedron Technologies is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Veteran/E-Verify/Drug-Free Employer.