Chief Information Technology Officer

Chief Information Technology Officer About the Company Long-established higher education provider Industry Higher Education Type Educational Institution Founded 1889 Employees 501-1000 Categories Education Colleges & Universities Slippery Rock University Specialties education About the Role The Company is seeking a Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO) to serve as its senior technology executive. The CITO will be responsible for providing strategic vision, leadership, and executive oversight of IT operations, ensuring that technology investments and initiatives align with the company's mission and long-term success. This role involves leading a team of approximately 34, overseeing enterprise technology services, IT governance, cybersecurity, and support for digital learning. The successful candidate will be expected to balance operational excellence with innovation and to cultivate strong partnerships with faculty, students, administrators, and external stakeholders to drive a collaborative technology strategy. Applicants for the CITO position at the company should have a proven track record in IT leadership, with a focus on strategic planning and execution. The role requires a leader who can balance the demands of operational excellence with a commitment to innovation and who is adept at fostering a culture of collaboration and forward-thinking in technology. The CITO will be expected to have a strong background in enterprise technology services, IT governance, cybersecurity, and support for digital learning. A deep understanding of data strategy and the ability to ensure that IT initiatives support the company's mission and administrative efficiency are also key qualifications. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar executive role, with a background that demonstrates the ability to lead a large team and manage complex IT operations. Hiring Manager Title Vice President of Finance and Administration Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Information Technology Education/Academic Administration