IT & AI Strategy Director (Hybrid—Chicago)

Oil-Dri Corporation; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 6% company match

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO & paid holidays

Work-life balance

Career growth with exposure to senior\

Fitness & Gym Reimbursement

Employer Contribution-Health, Dental

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation is seeking a Director of Information Technology to lead IT operations, AI governance, and cybersecurity strategy from the Chicago office. The role oversees OT/IT integration, IT general controls, and the IT team, driving governance and responsible-use policies across the enterprise.

The position is hybrid, requiring on-site presence Monday through Wednesday, with regular collaboration across business units and with executive leadership to align technology with strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years working in IT operations, supervising technology infrastructure teams, and overseeing information technology projects.
• Experience in integrating acquired businesses and working within a high-growth organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT strategy and ensure a rolling 5-year technology roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate on enterprise AI strategy, governance, and responsible-use policies.
• Oversee IT security, cyber risk, audits, and compliance.
• Manage IT projects from initiation to completion, including budgets and resources.
• Lead IT Tech Services to support 24/7/365 production environments.
• Develop and manage OT networks integration with IT infrastructure.
• Provide updates to Board of Directors and senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

AI governance

Project management

Cybersecurity

OT/IT integration

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Oracle JDEdwards

Job description

Oil-Dri Corporation is seeking a Director of Information Technology to lead IT operations, AI governance, and cybersecurity strategy from the Chicago office. The role oversees OT/IT integration, IT general controls, and the IT team, driving governance and responsible-use policies across the enterprise.

The position is hybrid, requiring on-site presence Monday through Wednesday, with regular collaboration across business units and with executive leadership to align technology with strategic goals.