Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Talladega College•Talladega, AL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration (MBA), or a closely related executive technical discipline preferred; Bachelor’s degree required.
8+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, with a clear track record of managing enterprise systems within higher education or complex corporate environments.
Proven experience steering large-scale ERP migrations or comprehensive system-wide software updates.
Foundational knowledge of network architecture, data center operations, cloud structures, and data warehousing.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to rally non-technical staff and faculty behind large-scale digital modifications.
Gifted at translating complex technical infrastructure vulnerabilities or cloud solutions into business outcomes for executive boards.

Responsibilities

Design and execute a multi-year technology master plan that directly aligns with institutional strategic goals.
Actively research, scout, and pilot modern technology solutions (including AI integrations and automated workflows) to optimize campus operations.
Lead the strategic selection, seamless integration, and maximization of campus-wide ERP software suites to break down institutional data silos.
Ensure reliable data exchanges and technical interoperability across distinct systems (Admissions, Financial Aid, Registrar, Advancement, LMS).
Supervise the architecture, security, and uptime of the on-premises or cloud-hosted institutional data center.
Establish standards and recommendations for campus procurement, technology refreshes, and enterprise hardware configurations.
Develop and enforce comprehensive data security protocols, disaster recovery procedures, and federal privacy regulations (e.g., FERPA, GLBA).
Manage, evaluate, and professionally develop IT department staff, steering them toward high-quality, user-centric service delivery.
Formulate and manage the annual IT operational and capital expenditure (CapEx) budgets.
Direct contract negotiations and SLA standards with technology vendors, cloud providers, and third-party developers.