Director of Information Technology

Headquartered in Nashville, TN – one of the fastest-growing and most exciting cities in the United States – August Bioservices is a privately-owned, high-growth, and high-impact Contract Development Manufacturing Organization (CDMO).  As a US-based outsourcing partner that provides a wide array of expert drug discovery, drug formulation, and drug manufacturing services to pharma and biotech companies of all sizes, we play a vital role in the global pharmaceutical industry. Our work is instrumental in helping to develop molecules today that can become the life-changing therapies of tomorrow. To support our growth plans, August is investing significant capital in a two-phase expansion project – including building a new state-of-the-art facility adjacent to our current facility. For those seeking dynamic opportunities, rewarding career paths and a chance to make a difference in global health, come grow with August!
The Director of IT will lead August Bioservices’ technology strategy, infrastructure, and operations, ensuring the resilience, scalability, and security of our enterprise systems. This leader will oversee all aspects of IT, including cybersecurity, system administration, and IT operations, while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise with proven leadership skills, ensuring our IT environment supports business growth, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic IT Leadership: Define and execute the IT roadmap in alignment with business goals.
• Cybersecurity: Design, implement, and oversee a robust cybersecurity program, including risk assessments, vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance with FDA, HIPAA, and other regulatory frameworks.
• System Administration: Ensure reliable performance of enterprise infrastructure (servers, networks, databases, and cloud environments), with strong backup, recovery, and disaster-recovery capabilities.
• Operational Excellence: Direct daily IT operations, including user support, troubleshooting, and system performance monitoring, ensuring minimal disruption to business processes.
• Innovation & Growth: Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that improve efficiency, compliance, and scalability.
• Collaboration: Partner with business leaders to understand IT requirements, implement solutions, and communicate IT strategies to non-technical stakeholders.
• Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing IT team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Budget & Vendor Management: Oversee IT budgets, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations to maximize value and manage costs effectively.

Key Competencies

• Technical expertise in infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise IT systems.
• Strategic thinking and ability to align IT vision with organizational goals.
• Strong project management, budgeting, and vendor negotiation skills.
• Leadership and team-building capabilities in a fast-growing environment.
• Effective communicator, able to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, preferably at least 3-5 years in a senior management role.
• Strong expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, policies, and controls (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOC2).
• Hands-on experience with system administration (Windows/Linux servers, Active Directory, virtualization, networking, cloud platforms).
• Experience supporting or managing ERP systems is a plus, but not required.
• Proven success managing IT infrastructure and large-scale projects in regulated environments (pharma, biotech, healthcare, or similar industries preferred).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong business acumen with ability to balance technology priorities with organizational needs.

At August Bioservices, Our Credo is our culture. Everything we do, we do with great care. We believe in the promise of discovery and the power of science to transform lives. We assert that excellence is not a static destination, but a standard, and an every-day measuring stick of our advancement. We aspire to unlock the potential in every person, every process and every molecule – from start to finish. We are committed to doing the right thing the first time and every time, meeting or exceeding all regulatory requirements. We strive to be exceptional, preferred and indispensable part