Chief Information Officer (CIO) Job Description
Position Overview:
The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for developing and executing the companys longterm information technology strategy to support business objectives drive digital transformation and ensure optimal return on IT investments. This role is a key member of the executive leadership team providing strategic direction on technology initiatives IT governance and financial planning for IT operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a forwardthinking IT strategy that aligns with overall business goals emphasizing innovation operational efficiency and competitive advantage.
- Oversee the IT budget ensuring costeffectiveness and optimal allocation of resources for technology investments and digital initiatives.
- Drive enterprisewide technology modernization and transformation efforts including cloud adoption cybersecurity enhancements and digital infrastructure improvements.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to identify opportunities where IT can create business value improve customer experience and enhance operational processes.
- Establish IT governance frameworks ensuring compliance with industry regulations security best practices and corporate policies.
- Lead and develop a highperforming IT team fostering a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to drive business innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
- Oversee data management analytics and business intelligence strategies to support datadriven decisionmaking.
- Ensure IT risk management strategies are in place including robust cybersecurity measures and disaster recovery planning.
- Develop vendor and partner relationships to optimize IT service delivery procurement and strategic alliances.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven leadership experience in IT strategy digital transformation and enterprise technology management.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing IT budgets cost optimization and technology investments.
- Exceptional ability to align IT initiatives with business objectives and drive crossfunctional collaboration.
- Expertise in enterprise IT infrastructure cloud computing cybersecurity and data governance.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills to assess technology needs and business impacts.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to influence decisionmaking at the executive level.
- Experience with regulatory compliance risk management and IT governance frameworks.
Education & Experience:
- Masters degree in Business Administration Information Technology or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in IT leadership roles with at least 5 years in a senior executive capacity.
- Track record of successfully leading largescale digital initiatives and IT transformations.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary with performancebased incentives.
- Eligible for medical dental and vision insurance as well as companypaid life and disability benefits.
- 401(k) with employer match.
Professional development opportunities and executive leadership training