Deputy Chief Information Officer- Enterprise Applications

Details :

Posted : September 12, 2024

For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.

Level : Management / Confidential (Executive 2)

Hours : Full-time, 40 hours per week

Closing Date : Applications must be submitted by 5 : 00pm (EST) on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.

Location : CSCU System Office

CSCU System Office

61 Woodland Street Hartford, CT 06105

This position is not remote

Position Summary :

The Deputy Chief Information Officer Enterprise Applications (DCIO-EA) leads a collaborative and transparent organization working with executive leadership and department managers to align technology needs, advocate for opportunities to create efficiencies, and proactively adapt technology and processes to support CSCU’s strategic business objectives.

This role is responsible for budget management, vendor relationships, contract negotiation, and delivery of existing Enterprise Application services, while continuously improving stability, quality, and efficiency across CSCU.

Example of Job Duties :

Under the direction of the CSCU Chief Information Officer, the Deputy Chief Information Officer- Enterprise Applications is responsible for effective performance in these essential duties :

• Serve on the CSCU CIO’s Cabinet to provide advice and guidance related to enterprise applications.
• Provide technology vision and leadership for the development and implementation of Enterprise Application initiatives.
• Responsible for governance, planning, and execution of Enterprise Applications initiatives.
• Collaborate with the CSCU-SO, CT State, and CSUs leadership team in developing and executing strategic and operational plans.
• Oversight of Enterprise Applications currently leveraged by CT State Community College and the four State Universities.
• Provide supervision, direction, and leadership for Enterprise Application operations.
• Manage Enterprise Application vendors and service provider relationships.
• Ensure compliance with IT governance, security policies, and data privacy.
• Prepare and manage the Enterprise Application budget.
• Participate in the creation and maintenance of the Department’s Activity Based Costing model, KPIs, and SLAs.
• Identify and resolve project management and cross-functional issues.
• Foster a positive and engaging work environment for each team member.

Minimum Qualifications :

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field with a minimum of seven (7) years of technology management experience in Higher Education OR a Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of ten (10) years of equivalent work experience.

Incumbents are required to have demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in the following :

• Ability to form effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and leading an IT organization.
• Demonstrated success in effectively managing through influence.
• Project Management experience overseeing the successful completion of large and complex enterprise projects.

Candidates must possess proven ability to effectively work with culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Extensive Experience : Over 10 years of technology management experience in Higher Education.
• Leadership Skills : Experience leading diverse IT teams.
• Technical Expertise : Deep knowledge of enterprise applications.
• Vendor Management : Experience in managing vendor relationships.

Starting Salary :

Minimum Salary : $165,083 approximate annual plus excellent State of CT medical insurance and related fringe benefits.

Application Instructions :

To apply, you must submit a cover letter and resume. Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered.

Selection Procedure :

Following the closing date, application materials will be evaluated by a selection committee.

Background Screening :

All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability and the successful passing of a background check.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CSCU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record.

CSCU IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M / F

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