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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of Information Technology (In Person) - **Company:** United Energy Corporation - **Location:** Bismarck, ND, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $175,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Computer Engineering, Data Security, Disaster Recovery, Network Security, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Software Performance - **Published:** July 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=81ff34488ee6d107 ## About the Role Knowledge typically acquired through a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer information systems, computer engineering or a related discipline, and six (6) years of related IT experience; or a similar associates degree combined with eight (8) years of related IT experience; or High school diploma or equivalent (HSED or GED) and ten (10) years of related IT experience is required. Proven leadership and/or project management experience is required. Must have a valid driver's license. ## Description We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Information Technology to lead our IT department. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of technology trends and best practices, with a strong focus on aligning IT initiatives with business objectives. This role requires exceptional leadership skills, a solid background in IT infrastructure, and expertise in various technologies including cloud computing, network security, and software development. Experience in the energy sector preferred. Leadership * Manages employee performance and provides work direction. * Establishes performance goals with employees in support of the department goals. Provides regular feedback and evaluate performance via performance management process and other tools. * Administers and provide support for training and development, prepare and conduct monthly safety meetings. * Endorses and ensure compliance with all aspects of UEC's environmental, safety management programs, and security practices for employees and contractors. Investigates accidents, incidents and reports all noncompliance. * Administers company policies and facilitates conflict resolution between staff members, other UEC departments, vendors, business partners, and others. * Acts as expert and mentor to department staff facilitating development and knowledge transfer. * Promotes positive employee accountability, responsibility and relationships to foster UEC culture. * Promotes, recommends, and implements continuous business improvement to improve safety, reliability, availability, efficiency, and to control cost. * Manages, prepares and justifies annual and projected O&M budgets that include overtime, contract labor, and materials. * Manages, Prepares and justifies capital equipment and capital projects budget annually. * Selects qualified personnel to fill job vacancies partnering with human resources. Administration and technical support of systems * Ensures the security of the company's IT infrastructure, including network and data security. * Coordinates technology installations, upgrades, and maintenance. * Selects and purchase new and replacement hardware and software, when necessary. * Conducts regular system audits and software performance testing. * Manages and respond to hardware or software malfunctions and arrange replacements or repairs. * Develops and implements IT standards and policies, ensuring adherence to security procedures. * Keeps up to date with the most recent technologies and advise on new technological solutions. * Oversees and determine timeframes for major IT projects, including system updates, upgrades, migrations, and outages. * Provides technical support and troubleshooting assistance. * Ensures compliance with industry regulations and standards. * Develops disaster recovery and business continuity plans. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Crypto-secure Data Management with In-Database Blockchain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/632-crypto-secure-data-management-with-in-database-blockchain) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [Data Science, ML & AI in the Oil and Gas Industry at NDT Global - Dr. Katja Träumner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1308-data-science-ml-ai-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-ndt-global-dr-katja-traumner) - [Web-based Information Visualization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/84-web-based-information-visualization) ## Related Articles - [IT Salaries in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/287-it-salaries-in-germany) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)