Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Position Purpose
The Chief Information Officer (CIO) provides transformative, visionary leadership for all aspects
of the College's technology ecosystem. Reporting directly to the VP for Finance and
Administration, the CIO is a strategic partner responsible for elevating the College’s digital
campus to the next level. This position oversees core infrastructure, hardware, and software
platforms, driving institutional efficiency through unified Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
integrations. The CIO owns the architectural integrity of the data center while ensuring seamless
cross-platform technology interfaces.

Work Location
This role offers onsite and/or hybrid arrangements based on candidate qualifications and
autonomy.

Core Responsibilities
Strategic Vision & Digital Transformation
 Technology Roadmap: Design and execute a multi-year technology master plan that
directly aligns with institutional strategic goals.
 Emerging Tech Cultivation: Actively research, scout, and pilot modern technology
solutions (including AI integrations and automated workflows) to optimize campus
operations.
 ERP Integration: Lead the strategic selection, seamless integration, and maximization
of campus-wide ERP software suites to break down institutional data silos.
 Cross-Platform Interface: Ensure reliable data exchanges and technical interoperability
across distinct systems (Admissions, Financial Aid, Registrar, Advancement, LMS).
Infrastructure & Data Center Leadership
 Data Center Ownership: Supervise the architecture, security, and uptime of the on-
premises or cloud-hosted institutional data center.
 Hardware & Software Lifecycle: Establish standards and recommendations for
campus procurement, technology refreshes, and enterprise hardware configurations.
 Cybersecurity & Compliance: Develop and enforce comprehensive data security
protocols, disaster recovery procedures, and federal privacy regulations (e.g., FERPA,
GLBA).

Departmental Management & Execution
 Team Mobilization: Manage, evaluate, and professionally develop IT department staff,
steering them toward high-quality, user-centric service delivery.

 Fiscal Accountability: Formulate and manage the annual IT operational and capital
expenditure (CapEx) budgets.
 Vendor & Contract Strategy: Direct contract negotiations and SLA standards with
technology vendors, cloud providers, and third-party developers.
Required Qualifications
 Education: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business
Administration (MBA), or a closely related executive technical discipline preferred;
Bachelor’s degree required.
 Experience: 8 years of progressive IT leadership experience, with a clear track record
of managing enterprise systems within higher education or complex corporate
environments.
 ERP Mastery: Proven experience steering large-scale ERP migrations or
comprehensive system-wide software updates.
 Technical Breadth: Foundational knowledge of network architecture, data center
operations, cloud structures, and data warehousing.
Preferred Leadership Characteristics
 Change Management: Demonstrated ability to rally non-technical staff and faculty
behind large-scale digital modifications.
 Communicator Mindset: Gifted at translating complex technical infrastructure
vulnerabilities or cloud solutions into business outcomes for executive boards.
Salary
Commensurate with experience.
Application Process
All qualified candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, copy of transcript, Talladega
application and at least three professional references to hr@talladega.edu