SkyWater Search Partners
Vice President of Information Technology
SkyWater Search Partners, Fergus Falls, Minnesota, United States, 56537
Overview
SkyWater has partnered with a diversified enterprise to attract and hire a new
Vice President of Information Technology . This is a highly visible leadership role where you will serve as the organization’s senior-most IT and security authority, guiding strategy, operations, and innovation across all technical operations in a regulated industry. This is an opportunity to shape the future of IT at an established, growing organization. If you are energized by leading from the top and building on a strong foundation, we’d like to connect.
Responsibilities
Provide enterprise-wide leadership as the senior-most IT and cybersecurity executive.
Develop and execute IT and security strategy aligned with organizational goals.
Oversee IT and security operations for both corporate and utility business units (~30 team members total).
Maintain and continuously advance a strong cybersecurity program, ensuring resilience, compliance, and risk management.
Partner with executive leadership and the board to align technology initiatives with business strategy.
Drive innovation in areas such as AI adoption, data analytics, and digital transformation.
Lead by influence across decentralized business units, balancing enterprise strategy with local needs.
Represent IT and cybersecurity in external, regulatory, and stakeholder interactions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of professional experience; MBA preferred
Proven leadership experience in IT, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology strategy.
Track record of operating at a senior leadership or executive level (VP, CIO, CISO, or Sr. Director equivalent).
Deep knowledge of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated success leading and developing multi-disciplinary IT teams.
Experience aligning technology initiatives with business objectives and measurable outcomes.
Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively at the board and C-suite level.
Ability to lead within decentralized or matrixed organizations, influencing without direct authority.
Strategic mindset with the ability to identify and implement emerging technologies to drive business growth.
Local to Fergus Falls, or ability to work onsite three days per week in addition to some travel
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Manufacturing and Information Services
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SkyWater has partnered with a diversified enterprise to attract and hire a new
Vice President of Information Technology . This is a highly visible leadership role where you will serve as the organization’s senior-most IT and security authority, guiding strategy, operations, and innovation across all technical operations in a regulated industry. This is an opportunity to shape the future of IT at an established, growing organization. If you are energized by leading from the top and building on a strong foundation, we’d like to connect.
Responsibilities
Provide enterprise-wide leadership as the senior-most IT and cybersecurity executive.
Develop and execute IT and security strategy aligned with organizational goals.
Oversee IT and security operations for both corporate and utility business units (~30 team members total).
Maintain and continuously advance a strong cybersecurity program, ensuring resilience, compliance, and risk management.
Partner with executive leadership and the board to align technology initiatives with business strategy.
Drive innovation in areas such as AI adoption, data analytics, and digital transformation.
Lead by influence across decentralized business units, balancing enterprise strategy with local needs.
Represent IT and cybersecurity in external, regulatory, and stakeholder interactions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of professional experience; MBA preferred
Proven leadership experience in IT, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology strategy.
Track record of operating at a senior leadership or executive level (VP, CIO, CISO, or Sr. Director equivalent).
Deep knowledge of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated success leading and developing multi-disciplinary IT teams.
Experience aligning technology initiatives with business objectives and measurable outcomes.
Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively at the board and C-suite level.
Ability to lead within decentralized or matrixed organizations, influencing without direct authority.
Strategic mindset with the ability to identify and implement emerging technologies to drive business growth.
Local to Fergus Falls, or ability to work onsite three days per week in addition to some travel
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Manufacturing and Information Services
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