Director of Technology - IT Strategy & Transformation

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Technology – Strategic IT Leadership for a Global People-Focused Organization

Location : Lincoln, NE (Hybrid : 3–4 days / week onsite)

Compensation : $130K–$180K base + annual profit share + comprehensive benefits

If you’re a strategic technology leader who thrives at the intersection of innovation , operational excellence , and business growth , this opportunity offers a rare platform to shape an entire organization’s future . This is your chance to guide a values-driven , globally respected professional services firm through modernization , digital transformation , and long-term tech enablement —while working alongside a highly collaborative executive team that values your voice at the table .

You’ll be stepping into a newly created role with a clear mandate : lead technology strategy , ensure operational stability , and align tech initiatives with ambitious business goals . With the right vision, you’ll not just maintain the status quo —you’ll elevate it , setting the standard for how technology supports and drives a thriving , people-first culture .

The Opportunity

In this role, you’ll have end-to-end accountability for all technology operations, strategy, and innovation at the enterprise level. You’ll guide cloud infrastructure , application portfolios , cybersecurity , and software development processes , while ensuring technology investments directly advance the company’s strategic vision .

This is not a maintenance role—it’s a transformational leadership opportunity for someone who can envision and implement technology roadmaps that drive both short-term wins and long-term scalability .

Core Requirements

The ideal candidate will bring :

• Proven technology leadership at both strategic and operational levels, ideally in a service-based or consulting environment .
• Strong cloud infrastructure expertise — hands-on knowledge of AWS , Azure , or similar platforms, including security best practices .
• Enterprise application oversight — particularly ERP , CRM , and other mission-critical systems.
• Understanding of software development principles — at least basic coding knowledge — and a solid grasp of Agile processes .
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration between IT and business units.
• Vendor and partner management skills , including contract negotiation and performance management.
• Change management expertise — demonstrated success guiding organizations through major technology transformations.
• Exceptional communication skills — able to convey complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders .

Bonus Skills

Why This Role is Different

If you’re ready to combine your technical expertise with visionary leadership to make a lasting organizational impact, we want to hear from you.