Director of Information Technology & Information Systems; IT

Director of Information Technology & Information Systems (IT/IS)

Sedron Technologies is hiring a talented Director of IT/IS in Chicago, IL, Bellingham, WA or Sedro-Woolley, WA!

Sedron is a leading provider of circular waste management technologies for agricultural manure and municipal biosolids processing, deploying facilities across several North American regions. Since its founding in 2014, Sedron has pioneered innovative solutions, including the patented Varcor® system, to transform waste into clean water, organic fertilizer, and carbon‑negative commodities. With strong engineering expertise, Sedron’s processes reduce nutrient pollution, lower operational expenses, and promote sustainability at a fraction of traditional costs.

The Director of Information Technology & Information Systems reports to the Chief Financial Officer and holds primary accountability for the strategic direction, implementation, and ongoing governance of the Company’s IT and IS infrastructure. This role leads the organization’s technology roadmap across enterprise systems, operational technology (OT) integration, cybersecurity, data management, and end‑user support — ensuring that technology investments directly enable Sedron’s mission to design, build, commission, and operate advanced water and waste upcycling solutions.

The Director leads a team of IT professionals and managed service relationships, work with business users to understand business needs, setting standards and priorities across both corporate and field‑deployed environments. This is a high‑autonomy position requiring the ability to balance long‑range planning with hands‑on execution in a manufacturing and field operations context.

• Develop and execute a multi‑year IT/IS roadmap aligned with Sedron’s operational and growth objectives
• Establish and enforce IT governance policies, standards, and procedures across the organization
• Evaluate, recommend, and oversee adoption of new technologies to improve efficiency, scalability, and security
• Manage IT budgets, vendor contracts, and technology procurement decisions
• Work with end‑users to understand technology needs and upcoming system requirements
• Oversee design, deployment, and maintenance of network, server, cloud, and end‑user computing infrastructure
• Ensure high availability and reliability of enterprise systems including ERP, CRM, document management, and business intelligence platforms
• Lead integration efforts between corporate IT systems and operational technology (OT) environments, including PLCs, SCADA, and remote monitoring systems deployed at facilities
• Manage disaster recovery, business continuity, and system backup programs
• Define and maintain Sedron’s cybersecurity posture, including policies, access controls, vulnerability management, and incident response procedures
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks and security requirements
• Conduct or oversee regular security assessments and drive remediation of identified gaps
• Oversee data architecture, governance, and integrity across enterprise and operational data systems
• Support development and maintenance of data products that enable informed decision‑making across the business
• Establish clear roles and accountability within the IT function as the team scales
• Serve as the primary technology advisor to senior leadership and department heads
• Collaborate with engineering, project delivery, and operations teams to support technology needs for capital projects and field deployments
• Support compliance, legal, and HR teams with systems and data needs related to regulatory reporting and internal audits

• Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options to keep you feeling your best
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays (plus 2 floating holidays to use your way)
• Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• FSA and HSA options with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement — we invest in your growth
• Casual work attire — no suits required (unless that’s your thing)

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field;
  Master’s…