Director of Information Technology

TAKEUCHI MFG U S LTD•Pendergrass, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Information Technology to lead our technology operations, cybersecurity posture, infrastructure, and digital/AI transformation initiatives. This role is ideal for a forward-thinking IT leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and can align technology with business goals to drive growth, efficiency, and innovation in a leading construction equipment manufacturing and distribution organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
8–12+ years of progressive IT experience, including leadership roles.
Manufacturing and distribution experience a plus.
Strong knowledge of infrastructure, cloud platforms (Azure/AWS), cybersecurity, enterprise applications and regulatory compliance.
Proven experience managing teams, budgets, and complex projects.
Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic planning skills.

Nice To Haves

CISSP, CISM, or similar security certifications
ITIL Foundation or higher
PMP or equivalent project management certification
Cloud certifications (Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Solutions Architect)

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the organization’s IT strategy and long-term technology roadmap.
Oversee daily IT operations, including networks, servers, cloud environments, and enterprise applications.
Lead cybersecurity initiatives, including threat monitoring, incident response, compliance, and risk management.
Manage and mentor IT staff, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and service excellence.
Oversee vendor relationships, contracts, and service-level agreements.
Build and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective technology investments and strong ROI.
Lead major IT projects such as system upgrades, cloud migrations, ERP/CRM implementations, and security enhancements.
Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of all critical systems.
Maintain IT policies, standards, and procedures, ensuring alignment with industry best practices, company JSOX requirements and parent company rules.
Champion change management and user adoption across the organization.
Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
Oversee the management of corporate help desk activities and resolve escalated issues if necessary.
Performs other related duties as assigned