Chief Information Technology Officer

AGB Search; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AGB Search is seeking a Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO) for Slippery Rock University (SRU). The CITO will lead IT operations, providing strategic vision and oversight for a growing team. This role focuses on partnerships and collaboration to support the university’s mission and enhance administrative efficiencies.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in IT leadership, governance, and cybersecurity, and will work closely with faculty, students, and administration. Applications are due by July 20, 2026.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in senior IT leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity and technology governance.
• Ability to cultivate partnerships with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision and leadership for IT operations.
• Oversee enterprise technology services and cybersecurity efforts.
• Cultivate partnerships with faculty, students, and external stakeholders.

Job description

Slippery Rock University (SRU) invites applications and nominations for the position of Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO).

The Chief Information Technology Officer serves as the University’s senior technology executive, providing strategic vision, leadership, and executive oversight for IT operations. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance and Administration, this role ensures that IT investments and initiatives directly support SRU’s mission, administrative efficiency, and long-term institutional success.

The CITO provides leadership and direction for a team of approximately 34 and oversees enterprise technology services, IT governance, cybersecurity, support for digital learning, and data strategy, balancing operational excellence with innovation. Additional IT services such as HR and Payroll, Finance and Procurement, the Student Information System, and Library Services are operated centrally by the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. As an executive leader, this role will cultivate strong strategy, partnerships with faculty, students, administrators, and external stakeholders at the campus- and system-levels to drive a collaborative, forward-looking technology strategy.

Minimum and preferred qualifications, information regarding University Advancement and SRU can be found in the leadership profile linked above.

Nominations and Applications

To apply for the Chief Information Technology Officer position, candidates are requested to submit the following: (1.) a resume; (2.) a letter of interest that addresses how the candidate’s experiences and qualifications connect with the required/preferred characteristics and priorities as expressed in this position prospectus; and (3.) contact information for five references (to be contacted with candidate’s permission at a later date).

For best consideration, applications should be submitted by July 20, 2026, to the AGB Search portal at: Slippery Rock CITO . The search will remain open until an appointment is made. Nominations and expressions of interest in the Chief Information Technology Officer position are encouraged. Please direct them to [e-mail] or to the AGB Search consultants listed below.