IT Director Jobs in Chicago, IL

INTRODUCTION

Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We help healthcare organizations build innovation capabilities and accelerate key growth initiatives, enabling organizations to own the future, instead of being disrupted by it. Together, we empower clients to create sustainable growth, optimize internal processes and deliver better consumer outcomes.

Health systems, hospitals and medical clinics are under immense pressure to improve clinical outcomes and reduce the cost of providing patient care. Investing in new partnerships, clinical services and technology is not enough to create meaningful and substantive change. To succeed long-term, healthcare organizations must empower leaders, clinicians, employees, affiliates and communities to build cultures that foster innovation to achieve the best outcomes for patients.

Joining the Huron team means you’ll help our clients evolve and adapt to the rapidly changing healthcare environment and optimize existing business operations, improve clinical outcomes, create a more consumer-centric healthcare experience, and drive physician, patient and employee engagement across the enterprise.

Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.

At Huron, Senior Directors lead with expertise and collaboration, partnering with Huron and client leaders to create sustainable solutions that drive meaningful results. As a member of our Healthcare Digital Transformation (HDTx) team, you will operate across two high-priority mandates: leading IT integration on complex M&A transactions and delivering digital transformation advisory and implementation engagements for healthcare provider clients alongside those transactions.

In the M&A context, this leader owns end-to-end IT integration delivery, from due diligence and Day 1 readiness through post-close integration, TSA exit, and value realization. In the digital context, you will serve as a trusted advisor to C-level executives and senior IT leaders, guiding them through complex clinical, operational, and financial transformation initiatives powered by EHR, ERP, AI, automation, and advanced analytics.

You will foster a supportive, inclusive environment, empower teams, and create a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. If you are passionate about driving impactful solutions at the intersection of M&A and digital transformation and believe in the power of collaboration, Huron offers a rewarding path forward.

Huron is seeking a Director / Senior Director to lead and scale its IT M&A Integration capability across healthcare and related regulated industries. This role is designed for a senior IT integration leader who combines deep transaction experience with strong execution discipline, executive-level presence, and the ability to build durable, repeatable delivery models.

The Director / Senior Director will serve as a hands-on leader responsible for end-to-end IT integration execution across complex mergers, acquisitions, carveouts, and integrations. This individual will operate at the intersection of deal strategy and delivery, partnering closely with deal executives, client CIOs/CTOs, and Huron practice leaders, while maintaining direct accountability for outcomes, quality, and value realization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

IT M& A Integration Leadership

• Lead end-to-end IT integration across mergers, acquisitions, carve-outs, and separations, from IT due diligence and Day 1 readiness through post-close integration, TSA exit, and value realization
• Serve as the primary IT integration lead on complex, high-stakes transactions, balancing speed, risk, and disciplined execution under compressed timelines
• Lead IT due diligence in coordination with functional workstreams, translating findings into actionable integration scope, cost, risk, and timing implications
• Lead IT carve-outs and separations across applications, infrastructure, data, security, and access management
• Own IT TSA strategy, execution, and exit planning
• Provide CIO/CTO-level advisory support while remaining actively engaged in execution details and delivery decisions

Digital Transformation Advisory & Implementation

When deployed on digital (non-M&A) engagements, lead client work across the following areas:

• Advise clients on IT strategy, operating model design, and digital roadmaps that leverage emerging technologies, including AI, automation, telehealth, and advanced analytics
• Drive the strategy and implementation of IT Advisory engagements across EHR and ERP modernization for healthcare provider clients
• Conduct in-depth analysis of provider operations, including clinical and administrative workflows, to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for technology-enabled improvement
• Develop compelling business cases that quantify transformation benefits: cost reduction, revenue enhancement, and improved clinical outcomes
• Design and execute change management plans to ensure successful adoption of new technologies and workflows by clinical and non-clinical staff
• Navigate complex organizational structures and foster cross-functional collaboration to align technology initiatives with strategic business goals

Methodology, Governance & Quality Ownership

• Establish, refine, and own Huron's IT M&A integration methodology, playbooks, templates, and delivery standards
• Design and enforce integration governance models, decision frameworks, and escalation paths
• Apply equivalent delivery rigor to digital transformation engagements, structured frameworks, stakeholder governance, and risk management
• Manage project teams providing guidance, mentorship, and quality assurance to deliver high-quality work products on time and within budget
• Identify delivery risks, interdependencies, and gaps early; drive corrective actions across both M&A and digital engagements

Program & Workstream Leadership

Oversee integrated IT programs spanning multiple workstreams, including:

• Infrastructure & networks
• Cybersecurity & identity management
• EHR / EMR platforms (Epic, Cerner, and third-party clinical applications)
• ERP and enterprise platforms (Workday, Oracle, SAP, Infor)
• Data, analytics, AI, and automation technologies
• Cloud strategy, migration, and optimization
• Digital health and patient-facing technology enablement
• Finance and accounting systems including FP&A, revenue reconciliation, and close automation

People Leadership & Capability Building

• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing delivery teams across M&A and digital engagements
• Coach senior consultants and managers into strong, independent leaders capable of operating across integration and transformation contexts
• Define role archetypes, skill requirements, staffing models, and delivery structures to enable scale across both M&A and digital work
• Build succession depth and leadership capacity across the IT integration and digital capabilities
• Contribute to a supportive, inclusive team environment where diverse perspectives are valued

Commercial & Client Leadership

• Build lasting relationships and cultivate trust with client CIOs, CTOs, VPs of IT, and C-level executives, serving as a peer and trusted advisor
• Influence executive decision-making and confidently challenge clients when needed to protect outcomes and advance long-term value
• Cultivate and expand client relationships, identifying new business development opportunities within existing accounts and potential clients
• Lead the development of proposals, presentations, and thought leadership related to M&A integration, healthcare transformation, and digital innovation
• Leverage internal and external networks to contribute to new business, delivering sales and industry presentations, participate in negotiations, and closing contracts
• Own delivery economics: scoping accuracy, margin performance, and utilization management across engagements

Growth & Market Development

• Contribute to the long-term strategy for scaling Huron's IT M&A and Digital offerings
• Drive reuse of delivery assets, templates, and playbooks across transactions and transformation engagements
• Partner across Huron practices, connecting M&A integration with operational, digital, and AI-enabled transformation efforts
• Contribute to the growth of the practice by building market presence, expanding service offerings, and mentoring junior consultants
• Support build-vs-buy decisions for expanding IT integration depth, tooling, and delivery capacity

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or equivalent experience valued
• 12+ years of consulting experience in digital transformation and/or IT integration, with significant experience at a Big 4 or top-tier management consulting firm
• Direct M&A experience leading IT integration efforts related to mergers, acquisitions, or carve-outs with accountability for delivery outcomes
• Proven track record leading digital transformation projects involving technology implementation (e.g., EHR, ERP, AI, telehealth) and data analytics, managing scope, budgets, timelines, and client relationships
• Deep understanding of healthcare provider operations: acute care, ambulatory settings, patient access, and clinical workflows
• Proven ability to lead large, multi-workstream IT programs under compressed timelines
• Strong critical thinking skills for data analysis with the ability to make actionable recommendations
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and executive-level client management skills
• Willingness to travel as needed (typically Monday–Thursday)
• Authorization to work in the United States

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with specific digital health platforms (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Salesforce Health Cloud) and/or ERP platforms (Workday, Oracle, SAP, Infor)
• Knowledge of healthcare finance and accounting systems including FP&A, revenue reconciliation, and close automation
• Prior experience building or scaling an IT integration capability or center of excellence
• Familiarity with emerging healthcare payment models (e.g., value-based care) and associated digital requirements
• Experience in a matrixed organization or cross-functional team environment
• Experience managing vendors, delivery partners, and sourcing decisions while retaining methodology and quality control
• Certification in relevant areas (e.g., PMP, Lean Six Sigma, CPHIMS)

WHY HURON

This is a highly visible, dual-mandate leadership role at the intersection of two of Huron's highest-priority growth areas: M&A Integration and Healthcare Digital Transformation. You will play a central role in ensuring consistent, high-quality IT integration delivery across transactions while contributing to Huron Digital's broader client portfolio.

The estimated base salary range for this job is $190,000 - $250,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.

Position Level

Senior Director

Country

United States of America