Chief Information Officer

Alliant Energy•Madison, WI

About The Position

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy! At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off. Lead the Future of Energy Through Technology. At Alliant Energy, we’re not just keeping the lights on—we’re transforming how technology powers progress. As our next Chief Information Officer , you’ll lead strategies in AI, cybersecurity, and data analytics to shape an agile, customer-centric energy ecosystem. If you thrive on innovation and want to influence the future at scale, this is your moment.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Emphasis in information technology or related area.
10 years technical and/or professional experience in information technology including implementing large application projects; demonstrated knowledge of application platforms and infrastructure; and demonstrated knowledge of contemporary technology solutions and their application to the business.
10 years progressively more responsible management experience with demonstrated experience in managing resources to meet goal across multiple projects and various geographic locations.
Experience advising and providing counsel to executive management.
Demonstrated effective leadership skills with competencies in strategic thinking, change management, risk management, and internal and external relationship management.
Demonstrated financial, business acumen, and analytical skills.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skill.
Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree Preferred
Experience in the utility industry and/or another regulated industry is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Performs all leadership duties, including hiring and rewarding talent, fostering an inclusive and safe workplace, partnering with employees to set clear goals and expectations, providing timely and specific feedback on performance, developing improvement plans to address performance gaps, addressing conflict with care and respect, identifying opportunities for growth and development, embracing and modeling a mindset of lifelong learning, ensuring employees report to work fit for duty, adhering to our Code of Conduct, and modeling Alliant Energy’s Core Values at all times.
Serves as a Corporate Officer, appointed by Alliant Energy’s Board of Directors; agent of the corporation with fiduciary duties called the duty of loyalty and duty of care.
Develops strong relationships and partners with business unit leaders to align on a multi-year technology strategy that identifies and maximizes opportunities to use technology, automation, mobility, analytics, and information to support business goals and initiatives.
Drives strong program delivery of major technology programs and projects, including overseeing the design, implementation, and integration of new applications and changes to existing computer systems and software.
Responsible for cybersecurity and physical security. Develops cybersecurity and technology organization strategies and provides regular updates to the Board of Directors on performance.
Directs and leads the Alliant Energy AI and data analytics strategy and adoption within the organization.
Drives operational excellence within the information technology (IT) function through effective organizational design, transformational leadership, and performance of employees, vendors, and contractors.
Directs and guides the tactical activities of the IT function, including implementing and maintaining Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), human capital, customer experience, workforce and asset management and supervisory control, and data acquisition (SCADA) systems; integrating renewables and grid-related technology; overseeing enterprise architecture, network infrastructure, and telecommunications; advancing data management and business analytics; and ensuring security and regulatory compliance.
Champions IT talent development, ensuring leadership and professional talent are in place and succession bench strength is achieved. Partners with human resources (HR) to develop and maintain a culture that attracts and retains top IT talent.
Develops the IT capital and operating budgets and long-term strategic business plan, working collaboratively with the jurisdictions and functions to create plans that align with the regulatory frameworks under which Alliant Energy operates.
Serves as a member of the Executive Privacy Governance Committee and participates on other company committees as requested.
Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.