Chief Information & Digital Transformation Leader

Towardco; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Charles Sturt University invites a senior technology executive to shape and deliver a bold digital strategy through 2030 and beyond. You will lead a ~150-person IT division, modernising core platforms, strengthening cyber security, and guiding responsible AI adoption across a regional university.

You will report to the COO, influence university governance, and drive a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement across campuses.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale digital transformation aligned to organisational strategy.
• Proven ability to manage risk, governance, and regulatory obligations.
• Experience with enterprise architecture and digital services.
• Ability to influence senior executives and diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Division of Information Technology and a ~150-person team across multi-campus setting.
• Translate university strategy into a clear, prioritized technology and digital roadmap.
• Oversee cyber security, data governance and AI adoption while maintaining privacy and reliability.
• Build strategic partnerships with industry and technology providers to accelerate capability and value.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Enterprise architecture

Digital transformation

Education

Postgraduate qualification in IT or related field

Job description

Charles Sturt University invites a senior technology executive to shape and deliver a bold digital strategy through 2030 and beyond. You will lead a ~150-person IT division, modernising core platforms, strengthening cyber security, and guiding responsible AI adoption across a regional university.

You will report to the COO, influence university governance, and drive a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement across campuses.