Chief Information Officer

For our client, we are seeking a Chief Information Officer to join the team of a leader in the Education, Government \& Non-Profit space. This role will shape high-impact initiatives at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and execution. You will partner across technical and business teams to turn complex ideas into scalable solutions and meaningful outcomes. The position offers the opportunity to influence both roadmap priorities and long-term organizational capability.

Location: Los Angeles, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $270,000 – $280,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Create a strategic IT road map aligning with the University’s goals
• Collaborate with campus leaders on system and network capacity needs
• Develop and manage the technology budget for operations and capital expenses
• Lead the development of IT policies and disaster recovery plans
• Ensure compliance with cyber security standards and regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution is required
• Master's degree preferred or equivalent experience
• 15\+ years in IT system administration or security assessment required
• Experience in higher education preferred
• Proven history leading a large IT organization

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan options
• Accrue vacation from the first day of employment
• 17 paid holidays per year
• Up to 16 hours of paid time off for community service

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.