Chief Information Officer

City of Alexandria • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

The City of Alexandria is seeking an accomplished and visionary technology leader to serve as its Chief Information Officer (CIO). The CIO is a key member of the City's leadership team and is responsible for advancing technology strategy, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and information technology operations. The role provides strategic direction for technology initiatives and collaborates with City leadership, departments, employees, regional partners, and other stakeholders to modernize technology infrastructure, strengthen cybersecurity, enhance operational efficiency, and support the City's strategic priorities and long-term goals.

The City of Alexandria Department of Information Technology Services (ITS) delivers secure, innovative, and reliable technology solutions to City departments, agencies, and the public. ITS serves as a strategic partner in civic innovation, drives continuous improvement through agile deployment of technology, and is committed to empowering people, evaluating business needs, investing strategically, securing information, and collaborating across the organization. The department modernizes government operations and advances digital services to equip the City workforce to deliver quality community services.

The CIO will shape and deliver a forward-thinking technology strategy, lead digital transformation and a multi-year modernization roadmap, and provide thought leadership on emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, data, and responsible technology use. The CIO will partner with departments on scalable, secure, fit-for-purpose solutions; champion human-centric design and improved digital experiences; and lead fiscal management, staffing, resource planning, procurement, and vendor performance. The role also builds and sustains a high-performing team and oversees risk management, audits, compliance, continuity, disaster recovery, and mission-critical systems. The CIO engages the IT Commission and other stakeholders and communicates technology matters clearly and credibly.

The ideal candidate is a visionary, collaborative executive who combines advanced technology leadership, sound business judgment, and a record of execution. The successful candidate will be transparent, politically astute, approachable, and effective in navigating a complex municipal organization.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree, or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required qualifications.
• Five years of progressively responsible and effective government IT management in multiple disciplines, such as strategic planning, policy formulation, software development and acquisition, enterprise architecture, customer service, database administration, systems architecture, network management, and IT project management.
• Proven interpersonal and negotiating skills.
• Progressive IT leadership experience and the ability to develop and execute enterprise-wide technology strategies, modernize operations, and align technology initiatives with organizational priorities.
• Demonstrated success leading digital transformation initiatives, modernizing legacy systems, implementing automated solutions, and using emerging technologies, including generative AI, to improve service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture, cybersecurity frameworks, zero-trust security, cloud environments, data management, and emerging technologies.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills, including the ability to advise executive leadership, influence strategic decisions, build consensus, and lead organizational change across diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage technology budgets, procurement, vendor relationships, and operational resources while cultivating high-performing, inclusive teams and developing talent.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver a forward-thinking technology strategy that drives innovation, streamlines operations, and creates measurable value for the community.
• Drive digital transformation and guide implementation of a multi-year modernization roadmap.
• Provide thought leadership on emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, data, and responsible technology use.
• Partner with departments to deliver scalable, secure, and fit-for-purpose technology solutions.
• Champion human-centric design and improved digital experiences.
• Lead fiscal management, staffing, resource planning, procurement, and vendor performance.
• Build and sustain a high-performing team with clear priorities, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee risk management, audits, compliance, continuity, disaster recovery, and mission-critical systems.
• Engage the IT Commission and stakeholders and communicate technology matters clearly and credibly.

What This Job Offers

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