Chief Digital & Information Officer

GDMS-I is seeking a Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) to lead the evolution of its internal digital information and cybersecurity capabilities as a strategic enabler of mission delivery. Reporting to the Vice President & General Manager General Dynamics Mission Systems International as well as the Vice President Information Technology and CIO of General Dynamics Mission Systems (US).

As Chief Digital & Information Officer your mandate is to turn digital strategy into operational advantage by modernizing core platforms securing enterprise systems and enabling mission-critical programs to operate faster and with full compliance. You will lead a defence-grade security posture safeguard critical information assets and ensure rigorous adherence to global regulatory standards. Through cloud transformation automation and AI-enabled analytics you will drive enterprise efficiency and smarter decision-making. Leading a global IT organization you will build a high-performing inclusive team. 

If you are a visionary leader who thrives on turning complex multisite IT challenges into secure innovative businessdriving outcomes this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on the safety of nations and the future of defence technologystarting from within.

What you will lead & Own:

• Digital Strategy & Transformation: Define and execute an enterprise digital roadmap that aligns cloud migration AI/ML enablement automation and modern workplace initiatives with revenue and program delivery goals.
• Security Risk & Regulatory Compliance: Maintain CMMC Level 2 (NIST 800-171) and position the business for CMMC Level 3 (800-172) ISO27001 IEC62443 ITAR/EAR UK Export Control Cyber Essentials Plus compliance across Canada UK and international sites.
• Financial & Vendor Strategy: Steward a $20 30M IT budget drive cost efficiencies through cloud right sizing SaaS rationalization and automation. Negotiate strategic contracts with cloud providers system integrators and classified government suppliers.
• People & Culture Leadership: Build and inspire a 100 person multi site digital organization. Drive a culture of inclusive hybrid work continuous learning and cross functional collaboration.
• Stakeholder & Executive Partnership: Serve as a senior member of both the Mission Systems IT Leadership Team and the GDMSI Executive Leadership Team translating business needs into technology solutions and communicating vision to all levels of the organization.
• Performance & Reporting: Deliver regular reporting on service availability security incidents budget variance and transformation milestones.

Qualifications :

Required

• 10years progressive IT leadership; 5years in senior executive role; proven ability to lead large geographically dispersed teams (100 staff) in a matrix environment.
• Strong understanding of modern cloud environments digital platforms data/AI enablement secure architectures and enterprise applications.
• Handson experience operating a Defencegrade SOC and maintaining CMMC ITAR/EAR ISO27001 IEC62443 compliance.
• Managed IT budgets >$20M; demonstrated costreduction or efficiencygain programs.
• Bachelors in Computer Science Engineering IS or related field (Masters preferred).
• Strong strategic thinker excellent communicator and influencer at Csuite level. Willingness to travel 3040% (Canada UK US customer sites).

Nice to have:

• Experience in defence or aerospace organizations.
• Certifications in cloud architecture (e.g. Azure Solutions Architect) cybersecurity (CISSP CISM).
• Prior involvement with ISO9001 SOX or similar enterprise governance frameworks.
• Familiarity with overheadrate models and profitcenter accounting.
• PMIACP PMP or equivalent projectmanagement certification.
• Experience with AIdriven predictive maintenance or design automation.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

Additional Information :

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost) including flexible benefits (HCSA) emergency travel insurance and 24/7 virtual care services
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) onsite fitness facilities and employee resource groups
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months RRSP access from day one and financial planning support
• Flexible time off including vacation holidays parental leaves with top-up options sick leave and disability programs
• Career development through learning platforms educational assistance mentoring and reimbursement of professional memberships
• Additional perks such as employee discounts free onsite parking social clubs and an annual scholarship program for employees children

Why join us

• Purposeful Innovation: Youll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. Youll apply advanced thinking design expertise and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. Youll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity new ideas and modern solutions.
• Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives experiences and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite overcome challenges and deliver the world-class quality were known for. Here we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued respected and empowered.
• Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support professional certifications and continuous training youll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas broaden your skillset and expand your network. Youll be working on high-profile impactful projects that challenge your skills expand your expertise and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.

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Closing Date
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time