Executive IT Strategy & Cybersecurity Leader

Houchin Community Blood Bank; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Houchin Community Blood Bank seeks an experienced Director of Information Technology to lead IT strategy, enterprise operations, and cybersecurity. You will oversee the IT budget, vendor relationships, and major digital transformation initiatives, ensuring risk management and regulatory compliance across locations.

The role requires a track record in strategic IT leadership, multi-year roadmaps, and strong communication with executives. California-based, on-site leadership is expected.

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading IT strategy and operations.
• 5+ years in a senior management or VP-level role.
• Experience managing IT budgets and vendor relationships.
• Background in digital transformation or major systems implementations.
• Experience in a community blood bank a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees IT strategy development, governance, and roadmaps.
• Manages enterprise IT operations including security, networks, and applications.
• Directs technology investments, budgeting, and vendor partnerships.
• Leads cybersecurity risk management, business continuity planning, and incident response.
• Supports regulatory, quality, and compliance through IT controls.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Cybersecurity governance

Enterprise architecture

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Houchin Community Blood Bank seeks an experienced Director of Information Technology to lead IT strategy, enterprise operations, and cybersecurity. You will oversee the IT budget, vendor relationships, and major digital transformation initiatives, ensuring risk management and regulatory compliance across locations.

The role requires a track record in strategic IT leadership, multi-year roadmaps, and strong communication with executives. California-based, on-site leadership is expected.