Chief Information Officer

South Florida Regional Transportation Authority • Pompano Beach, FL

262d • $106,573 - $207,682

About The Position

The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority ("SFRTA"), the operator of Tri-Rail, is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Chief Information Officer (CIO) to join our team. The CIO serves as a member of the executive team and is responsible for the strategic development and execution of SFRTA's information technology (IT) initiatives, software delivery and support, cybersecurity, and all facets of IT resourcing to accomplish SFRTA's mission. The CIO drives technological innovations that support the agency's strategic goals, focusing on enhancing commuter rail operations, customer service, regulatory compliance, and issues facing IT in the public sector.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT management, with a focus on public sector or transportation-related fields.
• Proven experience in strategic planning and execution of IT initiatives.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing IT teams.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity practices and data governance.
• Experience in budget management and financial analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with public transit systems.
• Familiarity with state and federal regulations related to transportation and IT.
• Certifications in IT management or cybersecurity (e.g., PMP, CISSP).

Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the existing IT landscape, identify gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement, and develop a strategic roadmap for technological transformation based on the assessment.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive IT strategy that aligns with SFRTA's strategic goals and the evolving demands of the public transit industry.
• Maintain a multi-year technology roadmap, including planning and prioritization of IT projects and investment.
• Manage a team of IT professionals, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation.
• Oversee the implementation and support of all operational and business support systems.
• Establish and oversee governance and policies to ensure data integrity, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and manage the IT budget, including cost-benefit analysis and ROI assessment.
• Promote the use of information technology and innovative technology solutions to improve the operations, productivity, accessibility, efficiency, effectiveness, and service delivery of SFRTA.
• Collaborate with other executive officers and department heads to shape interdepartmental IT policy.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a data loss prevention (DLP) strategy to prevent data from being improperly accessed or deleted.
• Leverage innovative technologies to help prevent, respond to, and recover from cyberattacks.

Benefits

• State of Florida Retirement Package.
• State of Florida Insurance Benefits including health insurance (over 98% employer paid), dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• $25k Life Insurance (100% Employer Paid).
• Employer Assistance Program (100% Employer Paid).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• State of Florida 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.
• 160 Hours of Annual (Vacation) Leave.
• 96 Hours of Sick Leave.
• 16 Hours of Personal Leave.
• 10 Holidays.
• Up to 40 Hours Compensatory Leave.
• 2x Salary Life Insurance, up to $200k (100% Employer Paid).
• Long-term Disability Coverage (100% Employer Paid).
• No cost transportation on Tri-Rail to/from work; a savings of up to $1,860/yr.
• Family Dependent Transit Pass - No cost transportation on Tri-Rail.
• No Cost On-site Parking with access to No Cost EV Charging Stations.
• Flexible Work Schedules.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Rail Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree