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Chief Information Officer

The mission of the Georgia Student Finance Commission is to promote and increase access to education beyond high school for Georgians. To achieve this mission the commission administers state and lottery-funded student financial aid programs including the HOPE Scholarship and HOPE Grant and provides college planning and other educational services to more than 2 million Georgians through GAfutures.org. The commission seeks to improve its own operations and inform policymakers and other stakeholders through analysis, interpretation and publication of information using the extensive data collected in support of its programs.

We offer excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, 3 weeks annual + 3 weeks sick leave per year, health / life / disability benefits after 30 days, employer 401k match, medical / childcare spending account options, and deferred compensation plan. Our standard business hours are Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. We also offer employee recognition and a great place to work! Our office is conveniently located in Tucker only 2 minutes from I-285.

The Chief Information Officer manages and defines the Agency's technology strategy and ensures operational excellence. You will develop the IT strategy, manage existing infrastructure and lead our technology team. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with extensive experience in information technology and a passion for driving innovation. If you are a forward-thinking and results-driven IT individual, capable of leading digital transformation to drive business success, we invite you to apply for the role. You will be able to contribute directly to the technology field by leading our technology vision and strategy.

Objectives of this role :

Developing and implementing the company's IT strategy in alignment with business goals and objectives.

Leading digital transformation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, customer experience and business growth.

Overseeing the management of IT operations, including infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity and data management.

Collaborating with senior leadership to identify and prioritize technology initiatives that drive business value.

Working with the business group to manage the application development cycle to ensure it meets agency requirements and timelines.

Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices in IT governance and security.

Fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the IT department and across the organization.

Managing IT budgets, resources and vendor relationships to regulate technology investments and performance.

Your tasks :

Define and execute the company's IT roadmap, including system upgrades, integrations and new technology implementations.

Develop and enforce IT policies, procedures and standards to ensure data security, system reliability and work efficiency.

Lead and mentor the IT team, providing guidance, support and professional development opportunities.

Evaluate and select technological solutions and vendors that meet the company's needs as well as its budget constraints.

Ensure the availability, performance, and scalability of IT systems and infrastructure to support business operations.

Work with the CISO on cybersecurity initiatives to protect the company's data, systems and networks from threats and vulnerabilities.

Monitor and analyze technological trends, advancements and best practices to keep the company at the forefront of innovation.

Conduct regular risk assessments and implement disaster recovery plans.

Required qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in computer science or information science / technology or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience as a CIO, IT Director, or similar IT leadership role with 10+ years in IT management.

Experience within information technology of an increasingly responsible nature involving planning, organizing, coordinating, and evaluating high-level systems or large-scale critical information technology projects from conception to implementation.

Experience managing IT operations in AWS environment.

Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, data management, and data protection practices.

Experience supervising technical staff.

Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

High level of integrity and professionalism, with the ability to handle confidential information.

Preferred qualifications :

Strong understanding of application design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance.

Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.

Experience working in state or local government.

Experience working in education, particularly higher education.

Working knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements for technology in Georgia.

Experience in project management and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

Relevant certification in IT management, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Technology Manager (CITM).

Master's degree in IT Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

All selected applicants may be subject to a criminal background investigation and the highest level of education indicated will be verified before final approval to begin work. Applicants have the right to challenge the contents of any criminal history record obtained for the purpose of employment with GSFC.

The Georgia Student Finance Commission is an equal opportunity employer.

Note : This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.