Title: VP of Technology
Location: Bossier City, LA or Natchez, MS
Duration: Direct Hire
Work Requirements: , Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
POSITION SUMMARYSeeking a strategic, innovative, business-focused technology executive to serve as Vice President of Technology. This executive leadership position is responsible for developing and executing the company's technology vision, enterprise systems roadmap, cybersecurity framework, data strategy, and digital transformation initiatives while supporting operational excellence, customer service, and continued company growth.
The VP of Technology will partner closely with executive leadership to ensure technology investments align with business objectives, improve operational efficiency, enhance reporting and decision-making, support scalability, and protect company assets. This role will oversee information technology, cybersecurity, infrastructure, business applications, data governance, vendor management, and technology-enabled innovation across operations.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization and play a key leadership role in scaling systems, strengthening cybersecurity, improving business processes, and supporting the future growth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Develop and execute a multi-year technology strategy aligned with business objectives, growth plans, operational priorities, and customer service expectations.
- Serve as the senior technology advisor to executive leadership and provide recommendations regarding technology investments, cybersecurity, innovation, enterprise systems, automation, and digital transformation.
- Lead enterprise technology functions including infrastructure, networking, cloud platforms, telecommunications, endpoint management, cybersecurity, data management, and business applications.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity program, including risk management, incident response, disaster recovery, business continuity planning, access controls, and security awareness initiatives.
- Oversee enterprise software platforms including ERP, CRM, HRIS, payroll, accounting, business intelligence, customer portals, and operational systems.
- Evaluate, recommend, and implement technology solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, customer experience, profitability, reporting, and scalability.
- Lead enterprise system implementations, integrations, upgrades, migrations, and technology modernization initiatives across multiple business units and locations.
- Establish data governance standards and leverage reporting and analytics tools to improve visibility, decision making, accountability, and business performance.
- Partner with department leaders to identify opportunities for automation, workflow improvement, process standardization, and operational efficiency.
- Develop annual technology budgets, capital expenditure plans, vendor strategies, and long-term technology investment recommendations.
- Manage relationships with technology vendors, managed service providers, consultants, software providers, telecommunications partners, and other third-party technology resources.
- Establish and monitor technology performance metrics, service level expectations, system availability standards, and project milestones.
- Ensure technology systems and infrastructure support company growth, acquisitions, geographic expansion, and integration of new business operations.
- Recruit, develop, mentor, and lead internal technology staff and external technology partners as the organization grows.
- Drive practical adoption of emerging technologies including artificial intelligence, automation, cloud computing, mobile tools, and advanced analytics where appropriate.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, industry standards, data privacy expectations, and applicable security requirements.
- Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Requirements- 10+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
- Experience leading enterprise technology strategy in a multi-site or multi-state organization.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, systems integration, cloud infrastructure, networking, disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and enterprise risk management.
- Experience managing ERP, CRM, financial systems, operational systems, customer-facing technology platforms, and business intelligence tools.
- Experience with Microsoft 365, Azure, Power Platform, SharePoint, NetSuite, SalesForce, cybersecurity tools, networking infrastructure, and cloud technologies.
- Demonstrated success leading large-scale technology implementations, system integrations, and digital transformation initiatives.
- Experience developing and managing technology budgets, vendor relationships, project portfolios, and technology roadmaps.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to align technology strategy with operational, financial, and growth objectives.
- Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, projects, and stakeholders in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
- High attention to detail, professionalism, confidentiality, and accountability.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience supporting multi-state operations, acquisitions, new location integrations, or rapid company growth.
- Experience leading ERP migrations, CRM implementations, business intelligence initiatives, customer portal projects, or enterprise software modernization.
- Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Power Platform, SharePoint, Teams, Power BI, and related business productivity tools.
- Experience evaluating and implementing artificial intelligence, automation, workflow management, and advanced analytics solutions.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, PMP, ITIL, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or related credentials preferred.
- Experience managing managed service providers, software vendors, telecommunications providers, cybersecurity vendors, and implementation partners.
CORE COMPETENCIES- Executive Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Communication
- Accountability
- Problem Solving
- Technology Innovation
- Cybersecurity Awareness
- Change Management
- Business Partnership
- Team Collaboration
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThis position primarily operates in a professional office environment but may occasionally require visits to operational facilities, customer locations, events, or field environments. Ability to sit, stand, walk, use a computer, and communicate effectively is required. Occasional lifting, travel, and extended work hours may be necessary depending on business needs.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTSModerate travel (15-25%) may be required based on business needs, operational support, acquisitions, leadership meetings, technology implementations, vendor partnerships, training, and company events.
About INSPYR SolutionsTechnology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com. 
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