Director, IT & Enterprise AI Strategy (Remote)

Vehlo; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Vehlo is seeking a visionary Director of IT and Enterprise AI to lead the next evolution of our technology, security, and AI capabilities. Reporting to the CPTO, you will translate business goals into scalable technology solutions while fostering security, innovation, and continuous improvement.

The role demands strategic thinking to balance oper­ational excellence with forward-looking leadership, ensuring Vehlo remains secure, agile, and positioned to capitalize on emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive technology leadership experience.
• 3+ years leading enterprise IT, cybersecurity, or digital transformation programs.
• Experience developing and implementing cybersecurity frameworks and risk management programs.
• Hands-on experience deploying and administering an enterprise generative AI platform at organizational scale.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year IT, cybersecurity, and AI roadmap aligned with company growth objectives.
• Serve as a technology advisor to leadership on emerging technologies, cyber risks, and AI opportunities.
• Lead enterprise technology governance, architecture, standards, and best practices.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives that improve productivity, customer outcomes, and scalability.
• Establish a culture focused on innovation, service excellence, accountability, and business partnership.
• Own enterprise AI platforms and governance with focus on security and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Cybersecurity

Enterprise IT

AI governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT / CS / cybersecurity / information systems

Master's degree in Technology / Cybersecurity / Business Administration or related

Tools

Claude

Microsoft Copilot

AWS

Microsoft 365

Job description

Vehlo is seeking a visionary Director of IT and Enterprise AI to lead the next evolution of our technology, security, and AI capabilities. Reporting to the CPTO, you will translate business goals into scalable technology solutions while fostering security, innovation, and continuous improvement.

The role demands strategic thinking to balance oper­ational excellence with forward-looking leadership, ensuring Vehlo remains secure, agile, and positioned to capitalize on emerging technologies.