Chief Technology Officer, OIT

Full Job Description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a strategic and innovative technical leader to serve as the Office of Information Technology’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

As the CTO, you will have the opportunity to build and execute a cohesive enterprise technology vision that balances near-term operational realities with long-term sustainability.

You will play a pivotal role in establishing, enforcing, and continuously improving enterprise-wide policies, standards, and practices.

Requirements

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for strengthening and modernizing the Commonwealth’s enterprise technology strategy and infrastructure by identifying, prioritizing, and addressing enterprise-wide technical gaps, risks, and operational constraints. The CTO drives a clear and sustainable vision for a secure, reliable, and supportable hybrid technology ecosystem spanning both cloud and on-premises environments. As a key member of the Office of Information Technology’s executive leadership team, the CTO reports directly to the State Executive Deputy CIO and champions innovation, operational excellence, and enterprise-wide technical transformation across the Commonwealth.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, two days per week.

In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.

If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.

Additional details may be provided during the interview.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
  

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

This position officially reports directly to the State Executive Deputy Chief Information Officer.

This is an executive management position with C-suite-level engagement and influence over staff at Office for Information Technology.

The incumbent will be expected to exhibit the following competencies and duties:10+ years of tech leadership experience at a senior level

Hands-on experience in leading large-scale technology projects and initiatives, particularly in areas related to infrastructure design, modernization, and optimization.

Track record of developing and executing enterprise technology strategies in complex organizational environments, preferably in both legacy and modern environments.

Additional Requirements:

• You must have strong, up-to-date technical knowledge, including complex architectural/infrastructural concepts, current industry standards, and common practices in large enterprises. Experience managing legacy and modern environments with an eye to driving a clear long-term strategy.
• You must have experience identifying and communicating clearly about risk. Can prioritize and make necessary decisions, sometimes without all of the information. Is equipped to provide agnostic evaluation of emerging technologies vs. proven technologies and user facing products and platforms.
• You must be familiar with state government's mission and priority policy areas, including an appreciation of the particular challenges involved in the maintenance and modernization of legacy infrastructure.
• You must have experience building & managing large and small teams.
• You must have experience overseeing enterprise processes, including budgeting, project prioritization, risk management, and reporting. Expertise with outcome-focused procurement, contracting, and vendor management.
• You must be able to lead in complex organizations, especially via building influence in organizations without relying on formal titles or roles in order to achieve key deliverables and successfully navigate regulations, policies, processes, technology, and people necessary to drive work forward.
• You must have a track record of working with diverse stakeholders to achieve a common goal/deliver a result. Emphasizes collaboration, the importance of getting buy-in, and a desire to understand what is important to/motivates others. Comfortable leading with influence rather than authority.
• You must demonstrate the ability to handle complexity and to manage competing priorities.
• You must communicate effectively and clearly with audiences at all levels in both written and oral media, including strong ability to translate complex technical topics for non-technical audiences.
• You must display integrity and commitment to mission.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.