Chief Technology Officer
Chief Technology Officer
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11-04-2025
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USD 195500 - 215500
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1 Vacancy
Posted on :
11-04-2025
Job Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY STATEMENT: The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for overseeing all technological aspects of the company. The CTO works with Executive Management to attain the strategic goals of the company through a proactive and practical approach. The CTO will report to the President/CEO.
ESSENTIAL POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
OBJECTIVES AND DUTIES:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
OTHER:
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ESSENTIAL POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS/BA in Computer Science ore related field
- Masters Degree in a related field preferred
- At least 10 years of experience in a managerial capacity in information technology in an inhouse position
- Excellent skills in both oral and written communication
- Strong presentation skills
- Problemsolving skills
- Establish and chair the IT Steering Committee
- Ten plus years of large project management experience on software procurement and implementation including enterprise financial software
- Ten plus years of risk mitigation experience
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Must be able to evaluate IT services to be provided inhouse and what to outsource
- Must develop a reasonable budget for a company of our size and scope and operate within the budget with approvals for exceptions.
- Must be able to understand each entity and how they operate so as to provide strategic guidance to every IT project for each entity/department.
- Must be up to date with cyber security trends and implement effectively in the businesses. Cyber security is a top concern for our organization.
- Must be able to create / write policies and procedures for IT department and the organization.
- Must be a good fit culturally for our organization understanding the chain of command to work effectively with the team and to understand the objective for each project.
- Must be empathetic and respectful and be a good leader.
- Must be accountable to the organization and employees while also holding the team accountable. Must be proactive.
- Must be able to work productively with each department (HR Legal Investments Accounting (both departments) NFPs)
- Risk mitigation and compliance for entire organization
OBJECTIVES AND DUTIES:
- Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and implement the companys technology strategy aligning it with business objectives and the Strategic Technology Plan.
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and their potential impact on the business.
- Provide recommendations and carry out as needed to senior management on technologyrelated decisions and investments.
- Lead technology procurements and implementation
- Technology Management:
- Oversee the companys technology infrastructure including hardware software and networks.
- Manage the technology budget and resources effectively.
- Develop and maintain the ROI model as necessary
- Ensure the security and integrity of the companys technology systems.
- Manage the companys technology teams including hiring training and performance management.
- Innovation and Development:
- Drive innovation and the development of new products and services.
- Lead the development and implementation of new technologies.
- Ensure that the companys technology is uptodate and competitive.
- Approval of all IT projects based on IT Strategic Plan and standards
- Ensure that all technology solutions are reliable secure and compliant with industry regulations
- Risk Mitigation:
- Identifying assessing and mitigating technologyrelated risks ensuring compliance with regulations and developing strategies to protect the companys data and systems.
- Risk Identification and Assessment:
- Proactive Risk Identification: Proactively identify potential risks including cybersecurity threats data breaches regulatory compliance issues and operational vulnerabilities.
- Vulnerability Scans: Regularly conduct vulnerability scans and penetration testing to identify weaknesses in systems and applications.
- Threat Modeling: Use threat modeling techniques to understand potential attack vectors and vulnerabilities.
- Risk Mitigation and Management:
- Security Controls: Implement and maintain robust security controls including firewalls intrusion detection systems and access controls.
- Data Protection: Implement data encryption access controls and data loss prevention measures to protect sensitive information.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations such as GDPR CCPA and industryspecific standards.
- Incident Response: Develop and maintain a comprehensive incident response plan to address security incidents effectively.
- Business Continuity: Plan for and implement business continuity measures to ensure that the organization can continue to operate in the event of a disaster or outage.
- Vendor Risk Management: Evaluate and manage risks associated with thirdparty vendors and suppliers.
- Technology Strategy and Implementation:
- Technology Selection: Choose technologies that are secure and reliable and that meet the organizations risk management needs.
- Infrastructure Design: Design and implement secure and resilient technology infrastructure.
- Security Awareness: Promote security awareness and training among employees.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments such as IT legal and compliance to ensure a holistic approach to risk management.
- Technology Risk Management Framework: Develop and maintain a comprehensive technology risk management framework that addresses both emerging risks and operational challenges.
- Communication and Collaboration:
- Communicate technology strategies and plans to internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate with other departments and teams to ensure that technology supports their needs.
- Serve as a technical advisor to the Chairwoman Chief Executive Officer and other senior executives and departments.
- Other Important Tasks:
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Develop and implement disaster recovery plans and business continuity strategies.
- Stay informed about the latest technological trends and advancements.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Technical Expertise:Strong understanding of various technologies including software hardware networking and cybersecurity.
- Strategic Thinking:Ability to develop and implement longterm technology strategies.
- Leadership and Management:Ability to lead and manage technology teams effectively.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills:Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
- ProblemSolving and Analytical Skills:Ability to identify and solve complex technical problems.
- Business Acumen:Understanding of business principles and how technology can drive business growth.
OTHER:
- Detail oriented
- Able to handle multiple projects at once
- Foster collaboration and excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff
- Ability to manage a team with diplomacy and collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration both internal and external
- Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment and ability to work independently and prioritize work
- Additional duties as needed and assigned
- Paid time off
- 401K
- Medical dental and vision coverage
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