Chief Technology & AI Strategy Leader

Cedar Pine; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 225,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance, disability, FSA, 401(k

Paid time off, holidays

Discretionary bonuses based on time-in

Long-term bonus program

Daily onsite lunch stipend

Last mile transportation coverage

Gym membership reimbursement

Education and Tuition reimbursement

Regular onsite and offsite cultural)

Charitable giving programs

Job summary

Cedar Pine is seeking a Head of Technology to lead the firm’s technology strategy, execute on cybersecurity and AI initiatives, and manage day-to-day IT operations. The role oversees an established IT function, partners with firm leaders on priorities, and shapes a scalable, secure technology roadmap for the organization.

The candidate will guide the team, review technical work, manage vendors, and champion responsible AI adoption while ensuring alignment with Cedar Pine’s long-term objectives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive technology experience with leadership roles.
• Hands-on development experience in modern web stacks (JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Node.js).
• Experience with AI tools and LLM-based applications.
• Experience overseeing IT infrastructure, cloud environments, cybersecurity fundamentals, system reliability, and technology operations.
• Track record of budgeting, vendor relationships, procurement processes, and cross-functional tech initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Define, maintain, and communicate the firm’s technology roadmap in alignment with business priorities.
• Own technology planning, budgeting, vendor relationships, and procurement decisions.
• Serve as the senior escalation point for technology matters across Cedar Pine and its entities.
• Establish engineering standards, development practices, and governance processes for high-quality delivery.
• Lead and develop the IT team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Advise on AI adoption, security, privacy, and data governance in technology initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Software development

AI/LLMs

Cybersecurity

Vendor management

Communication

Budget management

Tools

JavaScript/TypeScript

Python

Node.js

Job description

Cedar Pine is seeking a Head of Technology to lead the firm’s technology strategy, execute on cybersecurity and AI initiatives, and manage day-to-day IT operations. The role oversees an established IT function, partners with firm leaders on priorities, and shapes a scalable, secure technology roadmap for the organization.

The candidate will guide the team, review technical work, manage vendors, and champion responsible AI adoption while ensuring alignment with Cedar Pine’s long-term objectives.