Technology Director: Strategy, Security & Transformation

RITALKA, INC; New Ulm (MN); On-site; USD 93,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA options

401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

RITALKA University

Employee Luncheons

Community Volunteering

Job summary

RITALKA, Inc. is a family-owned engineering and manufacturing business focused on creating jobs in rural communities. The Director of Technology provides leadership for IT and information systems, aligning initiatives with business goals and driving digital transformation across locations.

The role leads an IT team, ensures secure and reliable infrastructure, and partners with leadership to deliver necessary and efficient solutions for growth.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership to inspire teams.
• Deep understanding of enterprise systems, infrastructure, and cybersecurity principles.
• Proven experience in IT strategic planning, project management, and change management.
• Ability to communicate complex technology concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Skilled vendor management, budgeting, and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the technology strategy to align with business objectives.
• Lead planning, implementation, and optimization of corporate software systems and infrastructure.
• Partner with leaders to deliver scalable, cost-effective solutions.
• Lead and develop IT staff and manage the IT department budget.

Skills

Leadership

Cybersecurity

Enterprise systems

IT strategy

Project management

Change management

Communication

Vendor management

Budgeting

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Global Shop MRP

Engineering platforms

Enterprise productivity tools

Job description

RITALKA, Inc. is a family-owned engineering and manufacturing business focused on creating jobs in rural communities. The Director of Technology provides leadership for IT and information systems, aligning initiatives with business goals and driving digital transformation across locations.

The role leads an IT team, ensures secure and reliable infrastructure, and partners with leadership to deliver necessary and efficient solutions for growth.