CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

3d • $144,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a visionary CIO to lead our enterprise modernization. This is a unique opportunity for a builder to design a secure, future-ready IT ecosystem that directly empowers our mission through innovation, strategic governance, and people-first leadership.

Requirements

• IT modernization, cloud/hybrid infrastructure, and enterprise architecture.
• AI frameworks, predictive analytics, automation, ethical AI, and AI governance.
• Cybersecurity, IT compliance, and organizational IT policies.
• Budgeting/fiscal procedures, vendor and contract management.
• Ability to lead transformation, integrate AI solutions, evaluate technologies, and implement cybersecurity measures.
• Ability to identify vulnerabilities, mitigate risk, and resolve complex technology issues.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or equivalent or Masters degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for enterprise IT vision and modernization strategy.
• Set IT policies, standards, governance, and enterprise architecture to ensure interoperability and consistent delivery.
• Assess current environments and prioritize modernization to improve reliability and security.
• Drive adoption of modern platforms, including responsible AI, with ethical oversight, risk management, and compliance.
• Ensure enterprise digital services are secure by design and maintain operational resilience.
• Define measurable goals, KPIs, and executive reporting for modernization outcomes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop IT leaders and staff to foster innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate cross-functional and interagency efforts to align priorities and improve execution.
• Oversee enterprise applications, systems, and network/telecommunications operations, maintenance, and modernization.
• Support RFPs and procurement for acquisitions and major enhancements.
• Manage multiple modernization initiatives in coordination with AZ agencies and external stakeholders.
• Plan and manage the IT budget; optimize costs while balancing modernization and mission needs.
• Serve as ADCRR IT delegate to committees, task forces, and executive working groups.
• Support on-state business and other assigned duties.

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive