KLR Executive Search is partnering with a thriving, fast-paced, emerging biotechnology company in the greater Boston area to help find them a Vice President, Information Technology. This individual will report to the CFO and serve as the senior leader responsible for all aspects of the company’s technology function. This is a hands-on leadership role suited for an executive who thrives in a fast-moving, dynamic environment and can operate with urgency, adaptability, and with a “service” mindset. The VP will lead the design and execution of a modern, scalable IT operating model while simultaneously driving immediate improvements in business processes, workflows, infrastructure, and end-user experience. This individual must be comfortable moving quickly from problem identification to solution deployment—balancing strategic direction with real-time execution. Here are more details about the role:

Key Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of IT, including infrastructure, applications, end-user support, and external service providers.
Identify and implement technology-enabled improvements across core business processes, including onboarding, collaboration, data access, and operational workflows.
Create a culture of service excellence, ensuring reliable, high-quality IT operations and seamless end-user experience for both on-site and remote employees.
Oversee the design, optimization, and scalability of IT infrastructure, including cloud environments, endpoints, and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft 365).
Lead cybersecurity efforts, including risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and employee awareness programs.
Drive adoption of new technologies and process improvements through effective, pragmatic change management approaches.
Establish and maintain IT policies, controls, and documentation to support compliance with SOX and other regulatory requirements.
Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service delivery to ensure performance and cost-effectiveness.
Develop and manage the IT budget with a focus on efficiency, ROI, and scalability.
Support internal and external partners with foundational IT capabilities, including Microsoft 365 tenants, infrastructure, unmatched customer service, and onboarding processes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
12+ years of IT experience, including 8+ years in leadership roles, ideally within small to mid-sized biotech or life sciences environments.
Proven success operating in high-growth, fast-paced, or start-up environments where adaptability and speed are critical.
Demonstrated ability to drive business process improvement and implement efficient operating models, with ability to work closely with cross functional leaders outside of IT.
Someone who thrives and enjoys working in a hands-on, fast-paced, and sometimes unpredictable environment, can adapt and pivot quickly, and reestablish goals and objectives.

The base salary range for this position is $300,000 – $350,000 and does not include benefits and bonus potential. Compensation is determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function, and associated responsibilities, as well as a candidate’s work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location.

Please contact Ken Martin (kmartin@klrsearchgroup.com) if you would like more information about this role, please also visit our website at www.klrsearchgroup.com.

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