Senior Director IT

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products — from lithium–sulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next-generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real-world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense.

At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose — and with people who want to make a difference. We’re not just developing advanced supermaterials — we’re about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made.

We’re entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators.

Apply now to join our team and be part of something bigger than yourself — where collaboration, creativity, and purpose come together to build the technologies that will define the next century.

Job scope

High level purpose of function.

The Senior Director of IT & Security defines direction, establishes structure, and enables execution across the IT & Security function to support business objectives while ensuring alignment with group IT standards and strategy. The role empowers department leaders across Operations & Infrastructure, Business Systems, Data & AI, and Security to operate with clear ownership, autonomy, and accountability within a shared governance framework. Operating close to the business, the role ensures that technology capabilities are scalable, secure, and aligned with both regional, local, and group priorities and directions. Success in this role is measured by the strength and autonomy of the domain leadership team.

This role carries budget responsibility and operates within a matrix structure, reporting both to local management and global IT.

Who are you?

You are a people-focused leader who combines strong technical understanding with a clear and structured approach.

You operate close to the business and are motivated by turning technology into tangible results. With a structured and data driven approach, you create clarity and direction, even in environments where structure and ways of working needs to be established. You stay informed on emerging technologies and confidently make decisions, drive initiatives forward, and handle complex situations.

You communicate clearly, build trust across the organization, and have a natural ability to form strong relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Overall areas of responsibilities and activities

• Strategy & Direction
  Define and maintain IT & Security strategy, objectives, and roadmap aligned with business priorities and group standards
• Domain Enablement & Alignment
  Enable and support department managers, ensuring clear ownership, alignment, and effective collaboration across domains
• Group Alignment & Governance
  Ensure alignment with group IT architecture, policies, and ways of working, balancing local needs with global standards
• Technology & Transformation
  Drive digital and system-related transformation initiatives, ensuring scalable, integrated, and value-driven solutions
• Operations Oversight
  Ensure stable, secure, and efficient IT operations through clear accountability within the departments
• Financial & Vendor Management
  Oversee IT investments, vendor relationships, and sourcing to ensure value, cost control, and alignment with group frameworks
• Organization & Culture
  Build a strong, collaborative IT organization with clear accountability, fostering ownership, development, and engagement
• Stakeholder Management & Communication
  Maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders and group IT, ensuring transparency, alignment, and effective communication
   

Accountability/Authorization

• Budget responsibility: Yes
• Direct reports: Yes
• Authorized to decide on investments according to role and policy: Yes

Requirements

Educational background and previous experience required for the role.

Qualifications and experience

• Relevant academic background in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in similar senior roles, preferably in international, multi-entity and matrix environments
• Background from manufacturing or other complex, business-critical operations, preferably in multi-site setups
• Proven track record of driving global business transformation initiatives
• Experience working within group IT structures, balancing local and corporate priorities
   

Specific skills

• Strong leadership with the ability to drive change and build high-performing teams
• Broad understanding of IT, data, enterprise architecture, and system integration
• Solid foundation in information security, risk management, and relevant regulations
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align technology with business priorities
• Experience in managing IT investments, vendors, and contracts to drive value and control cost

Health, Safety & Environmental responsibility

• Follow company policies and procedures
• Use PPE according to safety rules
• Report hazards and incidents

Why Work at Lyten

At Lyten, you’ll be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in energy, materials, and manufacturing. We’re not just imagining the future — we’re building it today with breakthrough technologies that are changing how products are made and how industries innovate.

Our people are the heart of that mission. From world-class scientists and engineers to creative problem-solvers in operations, manufacturing, and commercialization, every member of the Lyten team plays a role in turning bold ideas into real-world impact. We believe that the best work happens when you’re doing great things in the world — with people you like. Collaboration, curiosity, and a shared sense of purpose drive everything we do.

What You’ll Find at Lyten

• A mission that matters: Contribute directly to solving complex challenges in energy, mobility, and materials innovation.

• Cutting-edge innovation: Work on technologies at the intersection of materials science, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing that strengthen energy security and local supply chains.

• Extraordinary people: Join a team of talented, friendly, and down-to-earth innovators who support, challenge, and inspire one another every day.

• Teamwork and culture: Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success — where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone’s ideas are heard.

• Global impact: Help scale new materials and energy solutions that reinforce industrial resilience across the U.S. and Europe.

• Career growth: Be part of a fast-moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark.

• Purpose-driven values: Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism, and meaningful progress — together.

Lyten offers the opportunity to do the most important work of your career — helping build the technologies that will power the next century of innovation.

Join us, and help transform industries, communities, and the planet with friends who share your drive to make a difference.