Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Talladega CollegeTalladega, AL

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Executive

Remote

Hybrid remote

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

Position PurposeThe Chief Information Officer (CIO) provides transformative, visionary leadership for all aspectsof the College's technology ecosystem. Reporting directly to the VP for Finance andAdministration, the CIO is a strategic partner responsible for elevating the College’s digitalcampus to the next level. This position oversees core infrastructure, hardware, and softwareplatforms, driving institutional efficiency through unified Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)integrations. The CIO owns the architectural integrity of the data center while ensuring seamlesscross-platform technology interfaces.Work LocationThis role offers onsite and/or hybrid arrangements based on candidate qualifications andautonomy.Core ResponsibilitiesStrategic Vision & Digital Transformation Technology Roadmap: Design and execute a multi-year technology master plan thatdirectly aligns with institutional strategic goals. Emerging Tech Cultivation: Actively research, scout, and pilot modern technologysolutions (including AI integrations and automated workflows) to optimize campusoperations. ERP Integration: Lead the strategic selection, seamless integration, and maximizationof campus-wide ERP software suites to break down institutional data silos. Cross-Platform Interface: Ensure reliable data exchanges and technical interoperabilityacross distinct systems (Admissions, Financial Aid, Registrar, Advancement, LMS).Infrastructure & Data Center Leadership Data Center Ownership: Supervise the architecture, security, and uptime of the on-premises or cloud-hosted institutional data center. Hardware & Software Lifecycle: Establish standards and recommendations forcampus procurement, technology refreshes, and enterprise hardware configurations. Cybersecurity & Compliance: Develop and enforce comprehensive data securityprotocols, disaster recovery procedures, and federal privacy regulations (e.g., FERPA,GLBA).Departmental Management & Execution Team Mobilization: Manage, evaluate, and professionally develop IT department staff,steering them toward high-quality, user-centric service delivery. Fiscal Accountability: Formulate and manage the annual IT operational and capitalexpenditure (CapEx) budgets. Vendor & Contract Strategy: Direct contract negotiations and SLA standards withtechnology vendors, cloud providers, and third-party developers.Required Qualifications Education: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, BusinessAdministration (MBA), or a closely related executive technical discipline preferred;Bachelor’s degree required. Experience: 8+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, with a clear track recordof managing enterprise systems within higher education or complex corporateenvironments. ERP Mastery: Proven experience steering large-scale ERP migrations orcomprehensive system-wide software updates. Technical Breadth: Foundational knowledge of network architecture, data centeroperations, cloud structures, and data warehousing.Preferred Leadership Characteristics Change Management: Demonstrated ability to rally non-technical staff and facultybehind large-scale digital modifications. Communicator Mindset: Gifted at translating complex technical infrastructurevulnerabilities or cloud solutions into business outcomes for executive boards.SalaryCommensurate with experience.Application ProcessAll qualified candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, copy of transcript, Talladegaapplication and at least three professional references to hr@talladega.edu

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