Chief Development Officer - Higher Ed. jobs in Alabama

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County and headquartered in Huntsville, AL with over 1200 employee-owners. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Job Title

Chief Information Officer

Location

Alabama - Huntsville - Huntsville, AL 35802 US (Primary)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead our organization's technology strategy and drive innovation and digital transformation for a multi-company enterprise consisting of defense and commercial companies.  The CIO will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our information technology (IT) operations, including infrastructure, systems, applications, and security in a multi-member holding company structure. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of emerging technologies and IT requirements for diversified industries, emerging cybersecurity requirements, strong leadership skills, and a track record of successfully delivering complex technology projects.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the organization's technology strategy to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and enhance the customer experience.
• Develop enterprise-wide architectures and policies that ensure an efficient segmented network solution that meets the needs of both commercial and defense companies.
• Develop strategy for the implementation of data analytic tools, policies, and applications throughout the enterprise.
• Set overall direction for Technology through strategic planning and evaluation
• Develop and maintain relationships with key technology vendors and service providers.
• Identify opportunities for leveraging technology to improve business processes and drive growth.
• Oversee the development and implementation of technology projects, including managing timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Oversee all aspects of the member companies’ IT operations, including infrastructure, systems, applications, and security.
• Ensure the availability, reliability, and security of all technology systems and applications.
• Establish and Manage the IT budget, including forecasting, planning, and tracking expenditures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and security standards.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Evaluate overall enterprise IT operations

 

 

Job Requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 20 years of experience in IT leadership roles, including at least 5 years in a CIO or similar position.
• Proven track record of delivering complex technology projects on time and within budget.
• Deep knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements
• Deep knowledge of emerging technologies, including cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.
• Experience in writing and enforcing IT policies
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead high-achieving, cross functional teams
• Experience in a regulated industry is a plus.

 

 

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and technology and a good team player that wants to be part of an enduring company, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

 

 

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes 

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Security Clearance: Secret

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Torch site

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

 

 

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

Torch Technologies is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.  We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.

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