Chief Innovation & Technology Officer

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Are you a Chief Innovation & Technology Officer ready to take your impact to new heights? Or a technology leader who thrives on transforming organizations through strategy, digital innovation, and enterprise-wide collaboration?

Overview

San Francisco International Airport (SFO), an enterprise department of the City & County of San Francisco, is conducting a national recruitment for a Chief Innovation & Technology Officer (CITO) who will drive SFO’s digital transformation. This strategic role is responsible for the strategy, management, transformation, and execution of SFO’s Technology Improvement Program (TIP) to achieve SFO’s business transformation. The CITO is accountable for planning the information technology future and maintaining oversight of the day-to-day administration, maintenance, and support of current systems and telecommunications networks for over 2,000 users, including Airport Commission employees, airlines, tenants, and concessionaires. This includes setting objectives and strategies, selecting and implementing suitable technology to streamline internal operations, optimizing strategic benefits and cybersecurity solutions, and designing and customizing technological systems and platforms. The role also implements digital tools to enable better decision-making across the organization and improve the passenger experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and direct technology strategy and digital transformation efforts; oversee the Technology Improvement Program (TIP); ensure cybersecurity and reliable IT operations for a large user base; collaborate with senior leaders to align technology with business objectives; drive digital tools that enable data-informed decision-making and enhanced passenger experiences.

Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of managerial experience leading digital transformation or information technology teams, with supervisory experience. Additional experience described may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of 2 years).

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range is $234,832 to $299,624. Appointments above this range may be considered for a top candidate with a special approval process. The City & County of San Francisco offers an outstanding benefits package available at the official benefits overview.

How to Apply

This is a confidential process and will be handled accordingly through the recruitment. The position will remain open until a final selection is made. Candidates are encouraged to apply by Monday, October 27, 2025 .

Electronic submittals are strongly preferred and should include a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and 5 professional references. Submittals should be sent to apply@ralphandersen.com. Confidential inquiries should be directed to Ms. Heather Renschler, Ralph Andersen & Associates, at 916-630-4900.

Legal and Compliance

All persons employed by the City and County of San Francisco are required to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 by presenting documents to verify identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Reference

Detailed brochure available at https : / / ralphandersen.com / jobs / chief-innovation-technology-officer-sfo / .

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