Head of IT

Head of IT

Location: Oahu, Hawaiʻi

Role Summary

Hawaiʻi’s largest food distribution company is seeking a Head of IT to lead enterprise technology, cybersecurity, and systems strategy across a complex, real‐world logistics environment. This leader ensures platforms are secure, resilient, and aligned with business operations across warehouse, field, merchandising, and corporate teams.

What You’ll Do

• Lead enterprise IT and cybersecurity strategy with a multi‐year roadmap
• Establish scalable IT governance, standards, and security practices
• Oversee infrastructure, applications, vendors, and third‐party risk
• Ensure preparedness for cyber incidents, outages, and operational disruptions
• Partner with leaders to align technology with business priorities
• Lead and develop a high‐performing IT team; step in hands‐on as needed

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years leading IT or technology functions in complex organizations
• Strong enterprise architecture and cybersecurity expertise
• Experience supporting distributed, operational environments
• Ability to balance strategy with execution and incident response

Benefits & Wellness

HFA offers competitive, people‐first benefits designed to support you and your ʻohana, including:

• 100% employer‐paid medical coverage for team members, with subsidized family coverage
• Dental, vision, and preventive care benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% employer match and immediate vesting
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and floating holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free, confidential counseling
• Horizon Day – a paid day off each year to volunteer in the community
• Wellness programs including gym membership discounts and health initiatives

Compensation

Salary Range: $140,000 – $200,000 annually

Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. This range reflects the anticipated base salary for this role at the time of posting.

Why This Role

You’ll have direct ownership over enterprise technology decisions and the opportunity to build systems that support real-world operations across Hawaiʻi. This role offers the opportunity to make an immediate, lasting impact on the technology, infrastructure, and operational resilience that help keep Hawaiʻi fed and moving.