Director of Information Technology

Charlotte's Web; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Pet insurance

401K match

Disability insurance (short & long)

Flexible PTO & sick time

Discretionary bonus potential

Job summary

Charlotte's Web seeks a Director of IT to lead technology infrastructure, security, and DevOps across the organization. You will partner with leaders to align IT with business goals, drive scalable AI initiatives, and oversee networking, cloud deployments, and DR planning.

The role requires a strategic thinker with 10+ years in tech infrastructure, strong supervisory experience, and excellent communication. On-site role in a fast-paced CPG setting with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in technology infrastructure.
• Minimum 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field.
• 5+ years of experience administering medium-scale networks on Windows platforms.
• Experience with cloud deployments in AWS and Azure; strong budgeting and vendor management.
• Knowledge of network security software and end-user device security.
• Experience with IT policies, DR planning, SOX/PCI compliance.
• Excellent planning, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work evenings and some weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI innovation strategy and deployment with cross-functional leaders.
• Develop IT strategies aligned with business goals.
• Review architecture and design and evaluate IT deliverables.
• Modernize processes using emerging technologies to improve efficiency.
• Manage IT/ERP/Dev and QA teams including budgets and upgrades.
• Ensure SLAs are met and security/compliance enforced.
• Oversee disaster recovery planning and backup procedures.
• Monitor system performance and respond to incidents.

Skills

Technology infrastructure

Leadership

Network administration

Cloud deployments

IT budgeting

Cybersecurity

Project management

Strategic planning

Vendor management

SOX/PCI compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field

Tools

Nav/Business Central

Office 365

Active Directory

Palo Alto

Cisco/Meraki

Veeam

Job description

The Director of IT will be responsible for management of the organization’s technology infrastructure, security and DevOps, to include networking, telecommunications, systems administration and service desk administration. This role will partner with functional leaders to understand their current/future needs to drive and grow the business. This role is crucial in supporting a fast-paced Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) environment, emphasizing scalability, innovation and efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the organization’s AI innovation and implementation strategy, partnering with cross-functional leaders to identify, prioritize, and deploy secure, scalable, and responsible AI solutions that improve operational efficiency, employee productivity, customer experience, and business performance
• Develop and implement advanced IT strategies that are aligned with the company’s short-and long-term business goals
• Conduct reviews for peers and subordinates around architecture and design and evaluate the quality of IT deliverables
• Lead initiatives to modernize and digitize processes, leveraging emerging technologies to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency
• Manage project assignments and workload for team members, manage requirements and recommendations for purchases of software and hardware
• Manage the IT, ERP, Development and IT Q/A teams, including budget and performance, systems upgrades, etc
• Improve company efficiency and workflow through the deployment of effective IT tools
• Evaluate, develop and implement IT policies and procedures and equipment for maximum efficiency and cost containment
• Develop and maintain company Disaster Recovery Plan
• Collaborate and work directly with departments and the computer security team to implement and enforce applicable regulations and policies; SOX, PCI, and more
• Own networking responsibilities, including but not limited to managing Cisco/Meraki switches and firewalls, configuring new equipment, upgrading old equipment, and maintaining working knowledge of ACLs, VLANs, Port configuration, and LAN to LAN technology, including the relationships with third party service vendors
• Through the management of third party IT service providers
• Provide backup administration functions through various methods including Veeam, Scripts, and Windows backups to include setting up backup processes and verification processes; perform failure monitoring and recovery procedures
• Monitor and respond to system alerts to ensure performance and a high-performing, stable production and development environment
• Ensure quality and profitable services are performed as per the agreed SLA
• Participate in a 24x7 on call rotation and respond to outages related to network infrastructure and services
• Escalate support issues to third parties, as needed
• Predict project risk factors and address proactively
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must have 10+ years of technology infrastructure experience
• Minimum 5+ years of supervisory experience
• Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field
• Must have 5+ years of experience administering medium-scale networks on Windows platforms
• Demonstrated skill with server virtualization, Internet Protocol (IPV4/6), Palo Alto, Cisco, and Meraki network administration and troubleshooting, Nav/Business Central, Office365 and Active Directory
• Knowledge of network security software, end user device security software
• Minimum 5 years of operational management experience supporting cloud deployments in one of the following environments: AWS and Azure
• Excellent planning and project management skills
• Self-starter with a high level of initiative and strong sense of ownership
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of IT budget principles
• Fast-paced work environment which requires creativity and adaptability
• Daily interaction with various departments via written, verbal, and electronic communications
• Ability to work some evenings and a few weekends

Charlotte's Web offers a diverse, quality work environment, a great compensation package, and a comprehensive benefits package.

• medical/dental/vision insurance, pet insurance, 401K match, short and long-term disability, flexible PTO, and sick time.
• Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Recruiting for this role ends on 11/15/2026.

Charlottes Web provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.