Office of the CIO, Strategic Initiatives Lead

RTX • Farmington, NM

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Provide strategic, analytical, technical, organizational and procedural support to the VP and CIO, Enterprise Services Digital - Applications to drive organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Accountable for acting independently and coordinating the efforts by drawing on the resources of staff and management personnel to carry out assignments and expediting matters requiring further attention.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required, and a master’s degree/MBA is preferred with 12 + years with demonstrated experience and background as a management consultant, chief of staff, or related profession within Digital Technology.
• Prior experience managing teams with strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership as required while being a proactive, self-starter with a high level of accountability and initiative.
• Skilled in communications and PowerPoint to create quality executive presentations and communications with high level of detail.
• Experience leading with influence with a proven ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional leaders.
• Detail-oriented, with a strong ability to organize and synthesize large quantities of data.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment with strong problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and data-driven decision making.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced skills in data visualization and Excel.
• Located in the northeast U.S. with ability to travel to CT.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Liaison and Coordination: Act as the principal liaison between the CIO’s office, service lines, and staff to ensure smooth communication, coordination of activities, and timely completion of objectives. Provide guidance on achieving key goals and initiatives.
• Operational Efficiency: Drive continuous improvement in the function's operational efficiency by optimizing interactions, meeting cadences, administrative processes, and staff requirements.
• Anticipation and Strategic Support: Proactively anticipate the needs of the CIO, offering creative ideas and actionable solutions to address emerging priorities.
• Data Analysis and Insights: Compile, analyze, and present data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making. Prepare reports and executive-level presentations with attention to detail for meetings, travel, and engagements.
• Critical Projects and Special Assignments: Oversee and ensure the timely and high-quality completion of critical projects and special assignments that support the CIO in meeting strategic and operational business obligations.
• Communication, Discretion, and Executive Support: Communicate effectively with professionalism and discretion, while developing and directing impactful executive presentations and communications that align with the CIO’s objectives and messaging.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with the Office of the Chief Digital Officer (CDO), ES leadership team, business unit (BU) digital organizations, and corporate functions to ensure alignment on activities, data requirements, and deliverables.

Benefits

• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
• Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

What This Job Offers

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