Director of Technology

CFS; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Director of Technology to lead enterprise technology strategy, cybersecurity, infrastructure modernization, and digital transformation initiatives.

This executive role partners with the C-suite to align IT investments with business goals, ensure operational reliability, security, and long-term scalability. The Director will oversee IT operations, cloud platforms, ERP modernization, data analytics, and governance to drive resilience and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10 years IT leadership experience, including at least 5 years in senior management or director role.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, energy, or other regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute enterprise technology and cybersecurity strategies aligned with business goals.
• Advise executive leadership on technology trends, cyber risk, business continuity, and operational resilience.
• Lead IT operations, infrastructure, cloud platforms, enterprise applications, networks, and cybersecurity programs.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives, including ERP modernization, cloud adoption, data analytics, and emerging technologies.
• Oversee business continuity and disaster recovery planning to ensure operational readiness and secure recovery capabilities.
• Establish and maintain IT governance, risk management, compliance, and service management practices.
• Partner with business and operations leaders to improve efficiency, automate processes, and support strategic objectives.
• Manage technology budgets, vendor relationships, contracts, and technology investments.
• Lead secure integration of enterprise IT, OT, and industrial IoT environments.
• Develop performance metrics and KPIs that measure service quality, reliability, security maturity, and business impact.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Digital transformation

Cybersecurity

IT governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/Business

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP modernization

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Cybersecurity controls

Job description

Location: Bakersfield, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time | Executive Leadership

Comp Range: $180,000-250,000

Lead Technology Strategy, Cybersecurity & Digital Transformation

A leading organization in the energy and industrial sector is seeking a Director of Technology to drive enterprise technology strategy, cybersecurity, infrastructure modernization, and digital transformation initiatives.

This executive leadership role is ideal for a forward-thinking technology professional who can align IT investments with business objectives while ensuring operational reliability, security, and long-term scalability. The Director of Technology will partner closely with executive leadership to develop and execute a technology roadmap that strengthens performance, resilience, and innovation across the organization.

What We’re Looking For

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to drive organizational change and technology adoption.
• Strong financial planning and technology investment management experience.
• Hands-on understanding of modern infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital transformation best practices.

Why Join?

• Executive-level opportunity with significant organizational influence.
• Lead enterprise technology strategy and modernization efforts.
• Drive cybersecurity, digital transformation, and operational resilience initiatives.
• Collaborate directly with executive leadership on strategic business decisions.
• Make a lasting impact on the future direction of technology across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute enterprise technology and cybersecurity strategies aligned with business goals.
• Advise executive leadership on technology trends, cyber risk, business continuity, and operational resilience.
• Lead IT operations, infrastructure, cloud platforms, enterprise applications, networks, and cybersecurity programs.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives, including ERP modernization, cloud adoption, data analytics, and emerging technologies.
• Oversee business continuity and disaster recovery planning to ensure operational readiness and secure recovery capabilities.
• Establish and maintain IT governance, risk management, compliance, and service management practices.
• Partner with business and operations leaders to improve efficiency, automate processes, and support strategic objectives.
• Manage technology budgets, vendor relationships, contracts, and technology investments.
• Lead the secure integration of enterprise IT, operational technology (OT), and industrial IoT environments.
• Develop performance metrics and KPIs that measure service quality, reliability, security maturity, and business impact.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the IT organization.
• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing technology teams.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Support succession planning and professional development across the IT department.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10 years of progressive IT leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management or director-level role.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, energy, or other highly regulated environments.
• Proven success leading enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives, including ERP, cloud, and analytics platforms.
• Experience with cloud migration and hybrid infrastructure environments.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and operational technology frameworks, including NIST, CISA, and ISA/IEC standards.

If you’re a visionary technology leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and operational excellence, we’d like to hear from you.

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