Executive Director, Technology Operations & IT Risk Management

Role Summary

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the multi-year strategy and technology roadmaps for Cyber Security, IT Infrastructure, IT Operations, and Platform Services, ensuring all functions scale effectively to support global expansion.
• Develop and manage the departmental budget, proactively improving the value-over-cost ratio and ensuring alignment with strategic plans.
• Collaborate and partner in the integration of emerging technologies to automate processes, enhance data utilization, and accelerate R&D, commercialization, and business operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of technology leaders and subject matter experts, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in information technology, security, computer science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in Information Technology.
• 10+ years of experience in Information Security & IT Infrastructure, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership/Director level role or higher.
• Minimum of 12+ years in a supervisory/leadership role.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, medical device, or biotech industry is required.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic roadmaps for technology adoption and modernization.
• A track record of driving innovation, specifically with experience in defining strategy and implementing solutions in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and DevOps methodologies.
• Strong technical background in cloud platforms (Azure preferred), Microsoft technologies, and modern networking/infrastructure.
• Extensive knowledge of IT governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001/2, ITIL, COBIT).
• Experience with computer systems validation (CSV) and environments regulated by the FDA (GxP).
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technology concepts to executive and technical teams.

Skills

• Cyber security strategy and governance
• IT infrastructure and cloud architecture (Azure)
• DevOps, DevSecOps, and AI-enabled IT operations
• Leadership and team development
• Budgeting and strategic planning
• Regulatory compliance (GxP, SOX, NIST, ISO 27001/2)

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in information technology, security, computer science, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Additional Requirements

• Travel up to 5% of time.
• Experience in a regulated industry and with CSV/GxP environments.