Senior Director IT, Security, Network, Infrastructure

Senior Director It, Security, Network, Infrastructure

Overview The Senior Director of IT, Infrastructure & Security is a forward-thinking technology leader responsible for shaping and executing Cavender's enterprise infrastructure and security strategy. This role will oversee all aspects of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and network operations while driving long-term technology alignment with company objectives. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic vision, operational excellence, and strong business acumen, serving as a trusted partner to senior leadership and cross-functional teams. They will ensure the integrity, scalability, and performance of Cavender's technology ecosystem to support a growing omnichannel retail organization.

Duties And Responsibilities: Support the "Cavender's Culture" and drive the Mission, Vision and Values. Develop and lead a multi-year IT infrastructure and security strategy aligned with Cavender's business growth, retail operations, and digital transformation goals. Collaborate closely with the Director of IT, Security, Network & Infrastructure to ensure flawless execution of strategic initiatives and the day-to-day reliability of systems and networks. Partner cross-functionally with leaders across Operations, Finance, Merchandising, eCommerce, and Store Development to deliver scalable, secure, and business-driven technology solutions. Oversee the design, performance, and modernization of Cavender's infrastructure across network, cloud, servers, and end-user computing environments. Oversee the design, performance, and modernization of Cavender's Helpdesk functionality and service delivery. Advance Cavender's cybersecurity posture by ensuring proactive risk management, compliance with security frameworks, and the protection of company and customer data. Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, translating complex technical issues into business language and guiding high-impact technology decisions. Drive enterprise initiatives around business continuity, disaster recovery, and infrastructure resilience. Lead and inspire high-performing technical teams, fostering accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement across the IT organization. Build and maintain strong vendor and partner relationships, negotiating strategic agreements that maximize value and align with Cavender's long-term technology goals. Establish governance frameworks that ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards such as PCI, NIST, GDPR, and HIPAA. Develop and manage technology budgets, ensuring responsible allocation of resources and alignment with corporate priorities.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field required; Master's degree preferred. 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, with at least 5 years in senior-level infrastructure and security roles. Proven success in developing and executing enterprise technology strategies that drive measurable business outcomes. Strong understanding of IT governance, cybersecurity frameworks, and cloud-based infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or equivalent). Demonstrated ability to lead through collaboration and influence, particularly across matrixed business functions. Experience managing technology in a multi-site retail or consumer goods environment preferred. Exceptional leadership, communication, and executive presentation skills. Ability to travel up to 15%.

Preferred Skills: Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCNP, or ITIL strongly preferred. Demonstrated success leading technology modernization and digital transformation efforts. Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term vision and short-term execution. Strong vendor management, negotiation, and project governance capabilities.

Cavender's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, military status, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Cavender's will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability upon request. If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application, please call Customer Service at (888) 361 2555 or visit your nearest Cavender's store.