Remote VP of IT — Biopharma & CNS Strategy

RBW Consulting; United States; Remote; USD 230,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

RBW Consulting is seeking a VP of IT for a bio-pharmaceutical client. This role owns the full technology agenda across a remote US-based operation, shaping IT vision, roadmap, and governance to support CNS and neurology-focused research, clinical, and commercial activities.

You will lead enterprise platforms, drive security and compliance in a regulated life sciences environment, mentor IT teams, and partner with senior stakeholders to translate complex tech into business value.

Qualifications

• Executive level technology leadership experience (ED/VP/Head Of).
• Experience in life sciences or highly regulated environments.
• Ability to lead in a remote setting and influence cross-functional teams.
• Strong strategic and operational delivery capabilities.
• Proven ability to translate complex tech concepts into business impact.
• Experience with cloud, cybersecurity, data governance, and enterprise systems.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the overall IT strategy in alignment with scientific, clinical, and commercial priorities.
• Lead the design, implementation, and governance of enterprise technology platforms, infrastructure, and core applications across a remote workforce.
• Build and evolve an IT operating model supporting research, development, and commercial teams in CNS and neurology.
• Oversee technology risk management, cybersecurity, data privacy, and compliance controls in a regulated life sciences environment.
• Partner with senior executives and functional leaders to translate business needs into scalable IT solutions.
• Guide selection, negotiation, and management of key technology vendors and cloud platforms.
• Establish and track KPIs for IT performance, service delivery, and user experience.
• Lead and mentor IT team members, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Champion continuous improvement, standardization, and best practices in technology processes.
• Support data and analytics initiatives that enable evidence-based decision-making across clinical, operational, and commercial activities.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Cloud platforms

Cybersecurity

Data governance

Relationship building

Tools

Enterprise IT platforms

Job description

RBW Consulting is seeking a VP of IT for a bio-pharmaceutical client. This role owns the full technology agenda across a remote US-based operation, shaping IT vision, roadmap, and governance to support CNS and neurology-focused research, clinical, and commercial activities.

You will lead enterprise platforms, drive security and compliance in a regulated life sciences environment, mentor IT teams, and partner with senior stakeholders to translate complex tech into business value.