Chief Technology Officer

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

In this position, you will:

• Lead the strategy and operations of information technology architecture, security, and application development by fostering a collaborative, mission-focused approach.
• Promote a culture of information security across all lines of business.
• Oversee strategic IT relationships with business leaders, outside vendors, government agencies, and partner organizations.
• Develop customer-focused goals, objectives, performance metrics, and processes that drive modernization, create efficiencies, and deliver positive user experiences. 
• Execute technology strategy by fostering team innovation, divisional collaboration, agile methodology, partnership with stakeholders, and effective resource allocation.
• Lead the continuous delivery of IT services through excellence in meeting service level agreements, creating technology enhancements, and maintaining system performance.
• Maintain a mission driven culture that encourages professional growth, creativity, and meaningful opportunities to accomplish goals.
• Ensure quality assurance and data protection of technology assets and customer data.
• Identify opportunities for new IT resources and recommend cost-effective solutions that enhance our mission and customer-focused outlook.
• Oversee the IT disaster recovery plan including system redundancy and restoration.
• Manage Technology incidents to include analysis, mitigation, and communication.

Successful candidates will have:

• Ten years of diversified Information Technology experience, preferably with a combination of information security, software development, desktop support, server, and/or network support, and telecommunications; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Ten years management and coaching experience in a professional environment
• Ten years of experience in a leadership position developing and delivering technology strategy, processes, and resources
• Proven success creating strategic plans, setting goals, meeting milestones, and delivering multiple large-scale projects through effective organization and management
• Excellent communication skills sufficient to explain complex technological problems, handle sensitive and confidential situations, and deliver solutions to diverse audiences
• Extensive industry knowledge with an eye towards the future trends to build strategy in the areas of software development, outsourcing, information security, project management, incident management, and business process improvement
• Demonstrated acumen to partner with business leaders to understand and meet their technology needs
• Ability to promote teamwork and collaboration between staff, peers, vendors, and customers
• Demonstrated proficiency of using Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Work Environment

• Must be able to occasionally move about the office to retrieve files and documents
• Constantly operate a computer and other office equipment including typing and keying
• May occasionally lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
• May occasionally work on hands and knees to install cables, wires, and computers
• Travel required