BrainWorks · 2 weeks ago
Vice President Information Technology
Greater Tampa Bay Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$185K/yr - $225K/yr
10+ years expBrainWorks is currently seeking a Vice President of Information Technology for a full-time position supporting a national commercial services franchise organization. This executive will be responsible for rebuilding and modernizing the entire technology function and designing the technology roadmap for scalability and operational excellence.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive IT strategy supporting multi-site scalability, operational efficiency, and private equity value creation
Define, structure, and manage the technology fee model and annual IT budget
Serve as the primary technology advisor to the CEO and executive team
Establish IT governance, standards, and security frameworks across a distributed franchise ecosystem
Lead the modernization of the Microsoft environment, including SharePoint rollout, domain restructuring, identity management, and secure workspace architecture
Oversee enterprise security, risk management, disaster recovery, and compliance posture
Drive modernization of networks, cloud services, hardware, software, and operational systems
Architect systems supporting a parent–child franchise domain structure and multi-location operational workflows
Build strong relationships with franchisees; gather requirements through site visits and ensure tech solutions support real-world workflows
Restore franchisee trust in IT through improved reliability, responsiveness, and strategic engagement
Lead evaluation, selection, and implementation of a new enterprise CRM solution
Partner closely with Marketing on website modernization, martech integrations, and improved lead lifecycle management
Strengthen SEO, domain health, subdomain structure, and digital infrastructure
Design a unified data architecture across billing, franchise development, operational systems, and marketing systems
Correct conflicting definitions and data structures across the enterprise
Enhance reporting, analytics, and visibility for leadership and franchisees
Lead oversight, direction, and performance management of outsourced IT providers
Evaluate long-term support models (MSP vs. hybrid vs. internal staff)
Manage enterprise-wide technology initiatives with clear milestones and successful execution
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive IT leadership, with experience at the VP or Senior Director level
Proven success supporting multi-location, franchise, or distributed organizations
Deep expertise with the Microsoft ecosystem, including SharePoint, Azure, identity management, and domain architecture
Strong experience with CRM evaluation and enterprise implementation
Expertise in data architecture, integrations, and multi-system alignment
Demonstrated ability to restore credibility and lead change in an underdeveloped IT environment
Experience overseeing MSPs and holding outsourced partners accountable
Strong cybersecurity, risk management, and IT governance background
Hands-on, operational leadership style—comfortable being both strategic and tactical
Exceptional communication and cross-functional leadership skills
Background supporting private equity transformations or preparing companies for PE exit
Preferred
Experience in commercial services or facilities services
Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, ITIL, Microsoft cloud certifications)
Experience integrating marketing systems, websites, and franchise digital ecosystems
Previous leadership during a period of organizational rebuilding or modernization
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability coverage
401(k) or retirement plan
Paid time off
Other employee programs
Company
BrainWorks
BrainWorks provides performance-based retained search, contingent recruiting, and interim leadership recruiting services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Cathy Miller
Chief Financial Officer
Guy Gomis
SVP, Partner & Practice Lead- Data & Analytics, Direct Marketing & CRM/CX
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