Director of Technology

This position is responsible for creating and aligning the IT and Telecommunications infrastructure with the strategic direction of the Brownells Group of Companies.  Has overall responsibility for company wide systems and the effectiveness, efficiency and security of those systems.

This position is located in Montezuma, IA.

Essential Functions

Strategic          

• Provides and sets strategic direction for planning, designing, implementing and maintaining Brownells’ technology infrastructure to drive and support the vision.
• Orchestrates strategic architecture and integration for all Brownells IT, Web, and Telecommunications systems.
• Participates in regular industry networking opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of current and future technological challenges and opportunities.

Operational

• Reviews and evaluates project feasibility studies based on management requirements and priorities, and implements the installation and operation of system and equipment.
• Directs and coordinates information systems planning and functioning including all phases of systems design, programming, installation and operations.
• Works with internal departments to identify opportunities to improve and refine services to meet their needs.
• Oversees investigation and selection of IT systems.
• Responsible for ensuring detailed and accurate documentation of all IT/Telecommunications information and procedures.

Security

• Sets IT security policy for Brownells group of companies consistent with business objectives and requirements.
• Oversees implementation and operation of the security program.
• Overall responsibility for security compliance as it relates to changes in legislation.
• Develops and implements disaster recovery programs.

Telecommunications

• Develops plans to ensure Brownells’ long term telecommunications needs are identified and met.
• Plans and designs Brownells’ voice and data communications networks.
• Oversees implementation and operation of telecommunication processes.
• Works with Telecommunications staff to identify and mitigate information risks.

Leadership

• Provides professional IT leadership and effectively communicates relevant IT information and strategies to the organization and shareholders.
• Creates and implements succession planning.
• Leads major systemic changes to the IT and Telecommunications systems.
• Champions change and effectively manages the implementation of new ideas.
• Responsible for professional development of the IT department.

• 4 year degree in Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related discipline
• Experience aligning department objectives to company objectives
• Experience at an advanced level in systems architecture as well as relevant existing software and telecommunications systems
• Demonstrated leadership experience including change leadership
• Excellent Project Management skills