Chief Information & Data Officer (CIDO)

UNITED STATES POLO ASSOCIATION INC•Lake Worth Beach, FL

About The Position

The Chief Information & Data Officer (CIDO) provides executive leadership for the United States Polo Association’s technology ecosystem, data governance, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence strategy. The role brings together enterprise IT oversight, hands-on data operations, and AI implementation to ensure systems are secure, integrated, efficient, and aligned with the Association’s mission. The CIDO sets long-term technology direction while guiding system optimization, data integrity, user enablement, and AI adoption across departments. The CIDO oversees technology strategy and infrastructure, enterprise systems, data platforms, and operational technology functions. The role establishes governance frameworks and best practices for technology and AI use, and coordinates hardware, software, and networking with the outsourced IT vendor. It also leads data governance, security, and operations; evaluates and implements AI initiatives; and drives systems integration and optimization. As a department leader and executive partner, the CIDO develops the technology and data team, enables end users through support and training, oversees technology budgets and vendor contracts, and reports on technology performance, risk, and strategic initiatives. The role supports compliance, governance, and institutional risk management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, Business, or a related field.
At least 7 years of progressive leadership experience in IT, data systems, or technology operations.
Experience with enterprise systems integration, data interoperability, and governance.
Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and data protection standards.
Experience implementing or overseeing AI tools and digital transformation initiatives.
Experience managing vendors and outsourced IT partners.
Strong project management and systems optimization background.
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business insights.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of a scalable, sustainable enterprise technology strategy aligned with organizational and departmental priorities.
Oversee IT infrastructure, enterprise systems, data platforms, and operational technology functions.
Establish governance frameworks, policies, and best practices for technology and AI use.
Coordinate hardware, software, and network operations with the outsourced IT vendor.
Oversee data governance, integrity, interoperability, and lifecycle management across systems.
Lead cybersecurity, data protection, and cyber resilience efforts; conduct regular audits and validation of data accuracy, integrity, and security.
Collaborate with outsourced IT partners and vendors to keep systems secure and optimized; troubleshoot data-related issues and oversee system performance improvements.
Identify, evaluate, and implement AI initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance operations.
Develop organization-wide AI governance standards and best practices, lead adoption of AI tools, and train staff on responsible use.
Monitor the effectiveness and return on investment of AI solutions and adjust strategy as needed.
Identify opportunities to connect, consolidate, and modernize data systems, reduce redundancies, and improve reporting reliability and interoperability.
Lead periodic technology ecosystem reviews and develop KPIs to measure system performance and return on investment.
Oversee hardware, software, infrastructure, and back-end systems decisions in partnership with vendors.
Lead and develop the technology and data team and ensure high-quality end-user support, documentation, and training.
Create policies, procedures, and documentation for technology, AI, and data security.
Foster collaboration, innovation, accountability, continuous improvement, and technology integration across the organization.
Partner with executive leadership on technology planning and investment priorities.
Oversee technology budgeting, vendor contracts, and resource allocation.
Provide executive reporting on technology performance, risk posture, and strategic initiatives; support compliance, governance, and institutional risk management.