Director of Information Technology (Finance)

For over 65 years, Columbia Helicopters have been a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We create new aircraft, fly heavy-lift helicopters around the world, and provide maintenance support to ensure you are mission-ready for critical operations. If you are passionate about aviation, join our Columbia Family !

The Director of Information Technology is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's information systems and technology infrastructure. Lead a team of IT professionals to ensure the efficient and effective use of technology resources in support of the company's objectives and strategic goals.

This position is full-time, on-site in Aurora, Oregon .

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with senior management to develop and execute IT strategies aligned with the organization's goals and objectives
• Identify opportunities for the use of technology to improve business processes, enhance productivity, and drive innovation
• Provide leadership and direction to the IT team, including hiring, training, and performance management
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the IT department
• In collaboration with the IT SysAdmins, oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and storage systems
• Ensure the security, reliability, and scalability of IT systems and infrastructure
• In collaboration with the IT Systems Analysts, manage the development, customization, and integration of software applications to meet the organization's business needs
• Provide support and troubleshooting for business-critical applications, ensuring high availability and performance
• Manage IT security policies, procedures, and controls to protect the organization's data and information assets
• Stay current with emerging threats and security technologies, and recommend appropriate measures to mitigate risks
• Evaluate, select, and manage relationships with IT vendors, service providers, and contractors
• Negotiate contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), and pricing to ensure value for money and quality of service
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and industry best practices related to IT operations and data security, to include NIST 800-171 and CMMC
• Manage the IT department budget, including forecasting, planning, and cost control
• Monitor expenses, track ROI, and justify investments in IT projects and initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
• Proven experience (8+ years preferred) in a senior IT leadership role, with a track record of successfully managing IT teams and projects
• 5+ years experience managing personnel and budgets, with demonstrated proficiency in conflict resolution and cost control
• Meet requirements for being a U.S. Person
• Strong technical expertise in areas such as network infrastructure, systems administration, cybersecurity, and software development
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on driving business results through technology innovation
• Ability to handle changing workload and priorities
• Familiarity with compliance standards (NIST 800-171, CMMC)
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, PMP, ITIL) are a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)