Vice President of Information Technology and Security

Accountabilities: As the executive leader of IT and Information Security, you will define the technology roadmap, oversee enterprise security operations, and establish a coordinated governance model across technical functions. Enterprise IT Strategy and Architecture Own the multi-year strategy and roadmaps for internal technology, cybersecurity, and technical data protection infrastructure. Align technology investments, compliance priorities, and operational performance metrics with business growth objectives and board-level risk tolerances. Oversee the corporate technology ecosystem, including Google Workspace, JumpCloud identity and access management, and mobile device management. Lead IT service delivery, system administration, provisioning, and end-user support, including coordination with an outsourced IT support partner in the UK. Drive automated, zero-touch provisioning and de-provisioning workflows across macOS, Windows, and mobile devices, as well as enterprise SaaS licenses. Maintain at least 99.9% availability across corporate technology systems while strengthening disaster recovery and business continuity capabilities. Oversee the security, maintenance, and continuous improvement of corporate AI infrastructure, model pipelines, and internal AI platforms. Establish secure API controls and technical systems supporting data privacy, governance, and responsible enterprise LLM usage. Cybersecurity, Data Governance, and Risk Management Lead Information Security teams responsible for the organization's cybersecurity program, including threat intelligence, incident response, vulnerability management, zero-trust network access, and endpoint protection. Partner with the Senior Director of Data Privacy & Compliance to implement and automate enterprise data classification standards, least-privilege access controls, and data retention policies across SaaS and cloud repositories. Oversee continuous compliance readiness for security, confidentiality, and availability frameworks, including SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001. Coordinate technical security safeguards supporting GDPR and CCPA requirements. Lead technical and infrastructure security responses to customer security questionnaires and serve as an executive escalation point for third-party risk assessments alongside Data Privacy & Compliance leadership. Maintain visibility into enterprise cloud data repositories and the technical controls protecting them, including encryption, access management, and data loss prevention. Cross-Functional Technology Governance Establish clear boundaries between corporate IT and Security functions and production engineering infrastructure in collaboration with DevOps and Engineering teams. Partner with engineering leaders on cloud security posture management, developer tool governance, and secure CI/CD pipelines. Establish federated identity and access management standards for commercial platforms, including Salesforce and HubSpot. Ensure RevOps administrators follow central security, audit logging, and single sign-on policies without creating unnecessary barriers to go-to-market execution. Coordinate with AI Enablement and specialized platform engineering teams to ensure secure, enterprise-grade AI infrastructure and effective technical handoffs. Financial and Vendor Management Manage the consolidated IT and Information Security budget, including capital and operating expenditures. Optimize software licensing, hardware procurement, and security tooling investments. Partner with Purchasing to lead strategic negotiations with enterprise software vendors, managed security service providers, and external auditors. Evaluate vendor performance, costs, and security capabilities to ensure sustainable technology operations. Organization Building and Talent Development Lead, develop, and scale IT and Information Security teams, establishing clear functional areas such as Service Desk, Cloud Architecture, Information Security and Compliance, and Systems Engineering and Administration. Recruit, mentor, and develop talent while strengthening accountability, collaboration, and employee engagement. Transform IT and Security operations into AI-forward functions by leveraging agentic AI, automation, and modern tooling to support lean and scalable operations. Drive technology-enabled business and workflow transformation while ensuring security remains integrated into innovation initiatives. Requirements The ideal candidate is an experienced technology executive with a strong background in both enterprise IT operations and cybersecurity leadership. You bring strategic vision, technical understanding, and the ability to influence stakeholders across a fast-moving software organization. At least 8 years of progressive experience in IT and/or Information Security, including 5 or more years in senior leadership positions such as Director, Senior Director, or VP. Experience leading technology and security functions within a B2B software or SaaS organization with approximately $50M–$150M+ in annual recurring revenue. Proven track record overseeing both enterprise IT operations and corporate cybersecurity and compliance programs. At least 7 years of direct people management experience, including hiring, coaching, performance management, team development, trust-building, and employee engagement. Strong understanding of risk management, security governance, and operating models that coordinate corporate IT, DevOps, Engineering, and RevOps responsibilities. Experience managing enterprise technology infrastructure, cloud data security, identity and access management, encryption, and data loss prevention controls. Ability to establish clear visibility and governance across enterprise cloud data repositories and the technical safeguards protecting sensitive information. Demonstrated experience leading AI-enabled business transformation and improving internal workflows through AI tools, automation, and technology solutions. Ability to serve as a knowledgeable security advisor during the adoption of AI tools and enterprise AI infrastructure. Experience collaborating with engineering and specialized platform teams to transition technical solutions into secure, enterprise-ready operations. Strong critical thinking and structured problem-solving skills, including the ability to gather and organize information, identify root causes, challenge assumptions, and lead collaborative solutions. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and security topics into clear, compelling messages for stakeholders at all levels. Strong influencing and relationship-building skills, supported by data-driven insights and sound judgment. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline. A master’s degree, MBA, or advanced technical degree is preferred. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with AI platforms and tools such as Claude and Gemini, as well as cybersecurity solutions such as CrowdStrike. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC). Google Workspace Professional Administrator Certification. ITIL v4 or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Benefits Opportunity to shape enterprise IT and cybersecurity strategy within a high-growth B2B software organization. Executive-level ownership of technology infrastructure, information security, and AI-enabled operational transformation. Opportunity to build and develop high-performing IT and Information Security teams. Exposure to modern cloud-native technologies, enterprise AI platforms, and cross-functional technology initiatives.