Director, Information Technology and Systems

iconbuild.com; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

iconbuild.com is looking for a Director of Information Technology and Systems to drive innovation and security across its technology landscape. This full-time position, located at ICON’s Austin, TX HQ, demands deep expertise in corporate IT and infrastructure, as well as leadership capabilities in a regulated environment.

The Director will oversee IT operations, develop strategies for AI and digital infrastructure, and ensure compliance with security frameworks. Candidates should have over 10 years in technology leadership roles and a proven record of managing corporate IT at scale.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in leading technology or information organizations.
• Experience in regulatory complex environments.
• Proven track record of managing corporate IT functions at scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Information Technology and Systems teams.
• Develop scalable strategies for AI and digital infrastructure.
• Deliver technology performance reporting to executive leadership.
• Manage information security posture and compliance.

Skills

Leadership in technology organizations

Cybersecurity proficiency

Project management skills

Analytical mindset

Job description

Director, Information Technology and Systems

Austin, Texas, United States

A icon is looking for a Director of Information Technology and Systems to build and own a unified technology strategy that drives critical business outcomes across a dynamic, multi-unit organization. As the Director of Information Technology & Systems, you will ensure the ICON tech stack drives business innovation, information security, and access to critical business data.

You’ll oversee a broad portfolio spanning corporate IT, information systems, and information security across ICON’s Construction, Technology and Public Sector units. The ideal candidate brings deep corporate IT expertise alongside hands‑on fluency in information security and infrastructure, and is comfortable operating in both commercial and government‑regulated environments.

This role is a full‑time, on‑site position based at ICON’s Austin, TX HQ Campus and will report to the President.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Information Technology and Systems teams, setting operating principles and service level agreements.
• Develop scalable strategies and roadmaps for AI and core digital infrastructure.
• Partner with business stakeholders to ensure ICON's systems are pioneering and continuously solving emerging business problems.
• Deliver data‑driven insights and technology performance reporting to executive leadership on a regular basis.
• Oversee all corporate IT functions, including end‑user support, device management, SaaS platforms, identity and access management, and enterprise system integrations.
• Lead vendor management, licensing, and technology procurement to maximize value and minimize risk.
• Ensure data infrastructure supports cross‑functional business intelligence needs and enables data‑driven decision‑making at all levels of the organization.
• Oversee cloud and on‑premises infrastructure, ensuring reliability, performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
• Manage ICON's information security posture, ensuring systems and data are protected against cyber threats.
• Ensure compliance with relevant frameworks and standards, including those required for government contracting.
• Demonstrate security and compliance credibility to public sector stakeholders, including government program partners.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience leading technology or information organizations, with demonstrated experience in a senior leadership role.
• 5+ years of experience leading technology teams in regulatory complex environments.
• Proven track record managing corporate IT functions at scale, including enterprise systems, end‑user computing, and IT operations.
• Proven track record of evaluating new technologies and tools and leading business integration.
• Experience overseeing infrastructure teams, with working knowledge of data pipelines, cloud platforms, and modern infrastructure practices.
• Proficiency with cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting or working within a government contracting environment.
• Highly analytical mindset with the ability to solve technical problems across storage systems, cloud infrastructure, and front‑end frameworks.
• Strong project and program management skills, including the ability to set priorities, manage multiple concurrent initiatives, and deliver on schedule.
• Experience leading technical integrations and enterprise system implementations.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts and tradeoffs clearly to non‑technical executives and business stakeholders.
• Comfort operating in a fast‑moving, innovative environment — experience in construction technology, advanced manufacturing, or deep tech is a plus.

ICON is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, diverse and discrimination‑free work environment. Employment with ICON is based on merit, competence, and qualifications. It is our policy to administer all personnel actions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Consistent with the obligations of these laws, ICON will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Furthermore, as a federal government contractor, the Company maintains an affirmative action program which furthers its commitment and complies with record‑keeping and reporting requirements under certain federal civil‑rights laws and regulations, including Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended) and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (as amended).