IT Executive Director / VP

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Executive Director/VP to lead and develop strategies around IT operations at Fractyl. As the Executive Director/VP, you will be responsible for establishing procedures around IT assets through managing the IT help desk and external vendors. This position will cross-functionally partner with Fractyl’s internal stakeholders to lead solutions implementation and will be an integral part in driving forward our business objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procedures around Fractyl’s IT assets including, but not limited to, systems access, computers, telecommunications, software, and security.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of infrastructure, platforms, and services.
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and strategic partners, ensuring effective collaboration and leveraging their expertise for successful implementation and support.
• Execute asset protection through encryption and traffic management.
• Coordination of software solutions specific to regulations for both medical devices and biologics.
• Offer strategic support to Fractyl’s stakeholders, develop solution plans, and drive implementation.
• Manage the IT Help Desk to ensure timely response to employee tickets.
• Perform all activities in compliance with applicable regulations, Fractyl’s policies and guidelines, including, but not limited to, timely documentation of activities and maintaining all required applicable training.
• Bring a “can do” spirit to work and deliver on other responsibilities as assigned.

Education or Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cyber Security, or related field preferred.
• MS in a related field is a plus.

Professional Work Experience

• Minimum of 12+ years of experience in IT management.
• Applicable experience in biotech, pharmaceutical and/or medical device industries preferred.
• Prior vocational experience in related fields a plus (i.e. Co-Ops, Internships, Fellowships, etc.).

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency with modern digital tools related to IT management. 
• Strong understanding of challenges and requirements of technology in the biotech industry including data security, compliance, and scalability.
• Strong understanding of data security and associated regulations.
• Proven experience leading projects to drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness across an organization.
• Project-management, decision-making, and leadership attributes are a must.
• Excellent communication skills.

Other Essentials and Key Success Factors

• Successful track record of working in high-growth and dynamic organizations
• Demonstrated record of intellectual curiosity, innovation and creative problem solving with an entrepreneurial spirit
• Ability to lead fast-paced projects with a keen sense of urgency to get the job done well
• Evidence of "hands-on" experience and expertise
• Proven and successful track record as a team-player and collaborator in small working environments
• Highly organized and detail oriented with a passion to deliver quality results
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience translating technical concepts into user-friendly documentation
• Highest levels of professionalism, confidence, personal values and ethical standards

Additional Position Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Travel

This position requires no regular travel.

The description and requirements outlined above are general; additional requirements may apply.