VP of Managed Service Provider (MSP)

CruiTek

$150K — $180K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in managed services, MSSP, or IT leadership roles
  • Prior experience in a VAR, systems integrator, or managed services provider is mandatory
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, ITIL, or PMP are preferred
  • Proven P&L ownership for an MSSP or managed services business unit
  • Strong knowledge of MSSP delivery models and operations, particularly SOC
  • Experience with M&A integration and aligning service delivery models
  • Ability to build and scale processes, automation, and tooling
  • Excellent presence and collaborative skills, particularly with Sales teams

Responsibilities

  • Own and manage the P&L for the MSP/MSSP business unit
  • Lead service delivery strategy for managed security and IT operations
  • Ensure SLAs and customer satisfaction targets are consistently met
  • Build and optimize delivery processes and automation
  • Collaborate with Sales teams on business development and renewals
  • Mentor and develop leadership and delivery teams
  • Manage vendor relationships for the managed services portfolio
  • Oversee integration of managed services after acquisitions
  • Establish and report operational and financial metrics to leadership

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
  • Retirement savings plan with employer matching
  • Flexible work schedule and remote work options
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Inclusive work culture with career growth opportunities
Full Job Description
VP of Managed Service Provider (MSP)
Permanent Position
Very Aggressive Salary/Bonus
Nashville/Atlanta
*Extensive MSP experience is a MUST
*Experience Building, Developing, Leading, large MSP teams is a must

The VP, Managed Services will lead and scale the company's Managed Security Services (MSSP) and broader managed services business, driving service delivery excellence, profitability, and growth across the portfolio. This role owns the P&L for managed services, sets strategic direction for service offerings, and ensures delivery teams consistently exceed client SLAs and expectations. The ideal candidate has deep experience running MSSP operations within a VAR, systems integrator, or IT services organization, and is comfortable balancing operational rigor with strategic growth initiatives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities:
  • Own the P&L for the Managed Services/MSSP business unit, including revenue growth, margin management, and cost optimization
  • Lead service delivery strategy across managed security, infrastructure, and IT operations offerings
  • Ensure consistent achievement of SLAs, customer satisfaction targets, and retention goals across the managed services customer base
  • Build and scale delivery processes, tooling, and automation to support growth while maintaining service quality
  • Partner closely with Sales and Pre-Sales teams to support new business development, renewals, and upsell/cross-sell opportunities
  • Lead, mentor, and develop managed services leadership and delivery teams
  • Drive vendor and technology partner relationships relevant to the managed services portfolio (e.g., security, monitoring, and automation platforms)
  • Oversee integration of managed services operations following acquisitions, aligning delivery models, tooling, and staffing across combined organizations
  • Establish and report on key operational and financial metrics to executive leadership

Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in managed services, MSSP, or IT services delivery leadership roles
  • Prior experience within a VAR, systems integrator, or managed services provider is a MUST
  • Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, ITIL, PMP) are preferred
  • Proven track record owning P&L responsibility for a managed services or MSSP business unit
  • Deep understanding of MSSP delivery models, including SOC operations, monitoring, and security service delivery, is a strong asset
  • Experience leading teams through M&A integration, including aligning service delivery models across acquired entities
  • Strong track record of building and scaling delivery processes, automation, and tooling to support growth
  • Excellent executive presence and cross-functional partnership skills, particularly with Sales and Pre-Sales teams

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
  • Outstanding health, dental, and vision insurance plans
  • Retirement savings plan with employer matching
  • Flexible work schedule and remote work options
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Collaborative and inclusive work culture with opportunities for career growth

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