Vice President of Information Technology

Position: Vice President of Information Technology

Focus Areas: Data Management, Analytics, Reporting, Networking, and IT Support

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:
  Spearhead initiatives in data management, analytics, reporting, systems infrastructure, and networking to align IT capabilities with organizational objectives.
• Infrastructure Oversight:
  Manage and enhance the company’s technological infrastructure, including critical information systems and data networks.
• IT Roadmap & Execution:
  Define and implement a comprehensive IT strategy that aligns with the company’s overall goals, ensuring the roadmap reflects current and future needs.
• Policy and Process Development:
  Establish and enforce IT policies, procedures, and best practices, including project management frameworks, SDLC methodologies, and change management protocols. Ensure database requirements adhere to established standards.
• Vendor Management:
  Cultivate strategic relationships with IT vendors to maximize system efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Collaboration with Leadership:
  Partner with business leaders to identify technological gaps, recommend solutions, and drive enhancements in operational efficiency.
• Innovation and Improvement:
  Evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities for system and process optimization.
• Financial Oversight:
  Develop and manage IT budgets for operational expenses and capital projects, ensuring alignment with both short-term and long-term objectives.
• Facility Management:
  Supervise relationships with facility management and leasing partners, ensuring optimal utilization of company assets.
• Security and Compliance:
  Maintain robust data security and disaster recovery plans, ensuring adherence to HIPAA, PHI, and other regulatory standards.
• Other Responsibilities:
  Address additional duties as assigned to support organizational needs.

Requirements

• Education:
  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience:
• 15+ years of progressive experience in IT, with a strong focus on data management, business intelligence, and complex systems architecture.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience in a large, multifaceted IT organization.
• Background in the healthcare or health plan industry is essential.
• Technical Expertise:
  Proven ability to design and implement enterprise-level solutions, including data warehouses, reporting systems, and data engineering frameworks.
• Strategic Alignment:
  A deep understanding of how business strategies influence IT requirements and solutions.
• Regulatory Knowledge:
  Familiarity with compliance standards and audit requirements, particularly within healthcare environments.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT leader to drive innovation and create impactful solutions in a dynamic, healthcare-focused organization.