Now Optics Hiring for VP of Network & IT Systems Job at Palm Springs, FL Full Time

VP of Network and IT Systems

Reports to: Chief Information Officer

Location: Corporate – Palm Springs, FL

About Us:

Now Optics is a leader in the eye health industry and its retail brands, My Eyelab and Stanton Optical, are among the fastest growing optical retailers in the country. We are driving transformational change in the industry to enhance the customer experience. Now Optics believe every person, no matter their situation, should have access to quality eye care at their convenience and within their budget. Why does having perfect vision need to be so hard? Our mission is to make it easy by pioneering new technology that evolves today’s eye care experience to meet customer expectations in our fast changing world. Our growing team of professionals thrive on generating innovative ideas that will make a difference in the lives of our customers, and passionately turning those ideas into reality. In this role, you are expected to adhere to, and exemplify, all company profiles including:

Vision: Modernizing the eye care experience for all people.

Mission: Making eye care easy.

Values: iCARE

Integrity: We see integrity as building a foundation of trust with our customers, employees and stakeholders by communicating honestly, ensuring consistency and delivering on our commitments.

Collaboration: We see collaboration as combining the talents of a diverse group, offering proactive communication and being open-minded to new ideas.

Accountability: We see accountability as taking initiative, delivering our best in all we do, accepting responsibility for our actions and taking ownership of results.

Respect: We see respect as prioritizing human relationships, being present, connecting with transparency and empathy.

Empowerment: We see empowerment as making purpose-driven decisions to support the company vision, showing appreciation for others, and taking care of the individuals we serve.

Job Description and Profile:

Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, the VP of Networks and IT Systems will lead a talented and diversified team in a multi location environment. As a member of the team, the VP of Networks and IT
Systems will partner with the management team, and operating leaders in managing the company’s ongoing evolution and growth. This VP will ensure that the company is a technology leader in its space delivering differentiated value to internal and external stakeholders.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

VP of Network and IT Systems

This company is in hyper growth mode. It will be critical for the VP of Networks and IT Systems to inform the company’s short and long-term strategies, ensuring that all IT offerings are working in synergy with the overarching business planning and objectives. He/she must manage the technical vision of the company and lead the implementation of that vision by continuing to build a well-defined technical plan that is both achievable and growth-oriented. In addition, the VP of Networks and IT Systems will be responsible for developing plans, policies and standards for implementing and operating IT systems and other technology assets.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Engage with business leadership to understand business objectives and strategy and determine technology gaps.

• Define and develop the business technology strategy and lead the IT infrastructure and security in effective execution.

• Lead an effective, high performance infrastructure and operations team, developing key talent ensuring continuous improvement in staff competencies, skills and knowledge.

• Build and lead a talented, flexible, responsive world-class systems organization that has a high sense of urgency, is customer-oriented and exceptionally responsive.

• Provide focused, business-minded IT leadership, emphasizing IT’s measurable contribution to business success and business metrics (revenue growth, profitability, market share, customer service, expense, etc.). Direct experience with Cloud Infrastructure, Network planning, cybersecurity and budget management are required.

• Designs, configures, deploys, tests, maintains, monitors, and troubleshoots telecommunications and data network components of complex nature to provide a secure, high performance network, including services for core LAN/WAN/SDWAN, QOS (Quality of Service), COS (Class of Service),

VLAN’s Virtual Local Area Network, SBC’s (Session Border Controller).

• Manage network architecture for security, performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Build and maintain a comprehensive security program evaluating and implementing relevant tools and systems.
• Ensure that all solutions meet security and compliance guidelines. Build and maintain a comprehensive cyber security strategy to meet the regulatory requirements.
• Oversee Security Infrastructure (including IDS, IPS, Secure OS, Anti-Virus, Encryption,Firewall, etc.)

Engineering. Security Infrastructure Implementation and Operations

• Oversee the deployment of company-wide technology standards spanning the communications and infrastructure. The VP must ensure compliance with corporate policies and standards aimed at maximizing effectiveness and minimizing costs related to the acquisition, implementation and operation of IT systems.

• Maintain security of all data proprietary to the company and provide for the complete backup of all computer systems in case of a system failure or disaster.

• Plan and execute internal and external audits on a regular basis (HIPAA/HITRUST)
• Manage security policies and processes ensuring the user training to fulfil IT/IS security responsibilities.
• Establish credibility throughout the headquarters and field organizations, and set an example as a proactive leader and change agent who earns respect by demonstrating a sound understanding of business objectives and goals.

• Ensure effective communication and collaboration regarding IT matters across organization.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

VP of Network and IT Systems

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with a focus on Information Technology. Master’s degree preferred

• 10+ years of professional experience in the IT field; 5+ years in IT Leadership roles with experience in a fast-paced, high growth services business with hands-on knowledge of the unique demands of a multi-site, customer centric business is required.

• Highly knowledgeable in business processes, including disaster recovery, business continuity and risk management.

• IT Leadership experience with Project management experience and lead an organization with clear future vision.

Skills & Requirements

• Able to work in a Team environment and collaborate with Business leaders around key IT initiatives and other company projects.

• Familiarity with healthcare services and its regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA) and reimbursement models.

• Experience in cloud services (IaaS) or Hybrid Cloud with in depth experience in cloud deployment architecture.

• Strong knowledge in Cloud Networking, Firewalls and Security.
• Experience in the building out of IT teams that are able to execute quickly and effectively but with big-picture business objectives in mind that align to the vision of senior company management.
• Ability to strike the right balance of onshore and offshore resources in these teams to maximize company ROI in this function.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, SQL Server, including Cisco products and with virtualization including VMWare products.
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Flexible style of working to be hands-on or/and strategic based on business needs.
• Effective communication at all levels of the organization.
• High ethics and integrity.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $180,000.00 – $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Information Technology: 10 years (Required)
• Leadership Experience: 5 years (Required)

Work Location:

• One location