Chief Information Officer

Ford; Connellsville (Fayette County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Vacation benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Ford Office Technologies, headquartered in Connellsville, PA, seeks a strategic CIO to lead the company’s technology vision. You will direct IT operations, support and modernize applications, and align tech initiatives with long-term business goals.

The role requires 10+ years in IT leadership, with at least 5 in executive roles, and strong expertise in infrastructure, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies. A high-impact, results-driven leader is needed to drive growth and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; MBA or master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior executive role.
• Proven experience leading enterprise-wide technology strategy.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, applications, data governance, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to align technology initiatives with business strategy.
• Experience managing large teams and complex budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive IT strategy that supports business growth and operational efficiency.
• Lead company-wide digital transformation initiatives.
• Oversee IT infrastructure, systems architecture, and cloud strategy.
• Ensure cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.
• Drive data analytics and business intelligence capabilities.
• Manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and technology investments.
• Build and mentor a high-performing IT leadership team.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify technology-driven opportunities.
• Establish IT governance frameworks, policies, and performance metrics.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and scalability of systems.

Skills

IT leadership

Strategic planning

Cybersecurity

Cloud technologies

Budget management

Vendor management

Data governance

Communication

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's in computer science / information technology

MBA or master’s degree preferred

Tools

Cloud platforms

Job description

Ford Office Technologies is growing; we are a forward-thinking organization committed to innovation, operational excellence, and delivering exceptional value to our customers. We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead our technology vision across the organization.

The CIO is a senior executive responsible for the overall planning, organizing, and execution of all IT functions within the organization. This includes directing all IT operations to meet customer requirements, supporting and maintaining existing applications, and developing new technical solutions. The CIO will also play a key role in aligning technology strategies with the organization's long-term goals.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive IT strategy that supports business growth and operational efficiency.
• Lead company-wide digital transformation initiatives.
• Oversee IT infrastructure, systems architecture, and cloud strategy.
• Ensure cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.
• Drive data analytics and business intelligence capabilities.
• Manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and technology investments.
• Build and mentor a high-performing IT leadership team.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify technology-driven opportunities.
• Establish IT governance frameworks, policies, and performance metrics.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and scalability of systems.

Ford Office Technologies, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Top Workplace and Pittsburgh Business Times Best Place to Work, is the area's largest independent full-line authorized provider of the industry's top four manufacturers for copier, printer, and multi-function product (MFP) technology - Canon, Konica Minolta, Kyocera and Lanier (Ricoh). Since opening in 1991, Ford Office Technologies has been focused on delivering the area's best products and services available in the industry. Our family owned and operated business, headquartered in Connellsville, Pennsylvania, is continually evolving and growing to meet the ever-expanding needs of our customers. From data management to IT services, our main goal is to ensure that our customers' businesses run smoothly and efficiently with an established company that they can trust. We currently support clients in Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, and Ohio. Our growth also incorporates expanding our reach, with offices in Pittsburgh, Erie, Monroeville, Niles, OH and most recently our Charleston, WV location.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; MBA or master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior executive role.
• Proven experience leading enterprise-wide technology strategy.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, applications, data governance, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to align technology initiatives with business strategy.
• Experience managing large teams and complex budgets.

In Return We Offer

• 401(k) with company match
• Bereavement Leave
• Vacation Benefits
• Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Insurance
• Life Insurance - both company paid and additional coverage.
• Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Policies for additional insurance to cover accident, cancer, critical illness, or injury.
• CDA Scholarship Foundation