Job description10+ years of progressive IT experience, including team leadershipBackground in biotech, life sciences, clinical research, or regulated industries a plusAbility to synthesize complex topics into actionable, business-aligned strategyProven IT leader (Director level or equivalent) with experience managing cross-functional tech teamsComfortable navigating between strategic oversight and operational executionSkilled at interfacing with both highly technical staff and non-technical stakeholdersPrevious success in hybrid IT environments, ideally with both government and commercial projectsLead and manage a diverse IT team across five core functions, maintaining visibility into each at a 2,000-ft levelEvaluate IT managers and their teams for effectiveness and deliverablesBuild strong partnerships with clinical and operational teams to deliver user-centric IT solutionsOversee the transition of internal systems and databases (currently Oracle) to the cloudReestablish a smart resourcing strategy, balancing contractors vs. FTEs with justified, cost-effective plansSupport CFR Part 11-compliant systems, especially around validation, GCP, and documentationDevelop and execute a clear, collaborative annual roadmap for IT that aligns with company initiativesParticipate in every new client setup (Medidata, internal systems, etc.) to ensure proper IT integration