Chief Technology Officer – IntelliScript

Jobtailor

Illinois

On-site

USD 250,000 - 450,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a strategic CTO to lead technology vision, governance, and digital transformation across the enterprise in Illinois. You will drive cloud modernization, data privacy, and risk management while aligning IT with business goals.

You'll oversee IT leadership, manage budgets, and collaborate with executives to deliver scalable, innovative solutions that propel growth and competitive advantage for the company.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
15+ years of technology experience with leadership.
Proven track record in IT strategy, governance, and cloud transformation.
In-depth knowledge of IT systems, cybersecurity, and emerging tech.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

Oversee selection, implementation, and maintenance of all technology systems including hardware, software, networks, and enterprise applications.
Identify opportunities for digital transformation to enhance processes and experiences.
Develop and implement the IT vision and strategy aligned with business goals.
Lead the IT department and guide technology investments and initiatives.
Establish policies to protect digital assets, ensure data privacy, and manage IT risks and compliance.
Drive AI/ML adoption, automation, and cloud modernization to boost innovation and efficiency.
Develop and manage the IT budget and ensure cost-effective solutions.
Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships.
Recruit, mentor, and develop IT staff; foster a high-performance culture.
Collaborate with executives to identify technology needs and deliver solutions.
Plan for continuity of IT services during emergencies or disruptions.
Lead enterprise technology standards, governance, and performance metrics.
Lead complex change initiatives with strong change management.

Skills

IT Strategy Development

Cloud Transformation (AWS/Azure)

Cybersecurity Management

Leadership in Technology Projects

Change Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Tools

AWS

Azure

Enterprise Applications

Automation Tools

AI/ML Technologies

Job description

Oversee the selection, implementation, and maintenance of all technology systems, including hardware, software, networks, and enterprise applications.
Identify opportunities for digital transformation and innovation to enhance business processes, customer experiences, and competitive advantage.
Develop and implement the organization’s IT vision and strategy in alignment with overall business goals.
Lead the IT department and provide direction for technology investments and initiatives.
Establish and enforce policies to protect the organization’s digital assets, ensure data privacy, and manage IT-related risks and compliance with relevant regulations.
Drive AI/ML adoption, automation, and cloud modernization to enhance product innovation and operational efficiency.
Develop and manage the IT budget, allocate resources efficiently, and ensure cost-effective technology solutions.
Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with technology vendors, service providers, and consultants.
Recruit, mentor, and develop IT staff; foster a culture of continuous learning and high performance within the technology team.
Collaborate with other executives and departments to identify technology needs and deliver solutions that support business objectives and company goals.
Develop and maintain plans to ensure the continuity of IT services during emergencies or disruptions.
Lead the development of enterprise technology standards, governance processes and performance metrics to ensure IT is delivering value to the enterprise
Lead complex, major change initiatives with demonstrated skills in change management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Advanced Degree preferred)
15+ years of relevant technology experience
10+ years of experience in leadership roles, including 3+ years of prior experience in a CTO role demonstrating the ability to effectively lead teams and drive strategic initiatives
Proven track record of developing and executing IT strategies aligned with business objectives.
In-depth knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Experience managing large-scale technology projects and budgets.
Ability to build and lead high-performing teams.
Experience with compliance, risk management, and operations for technology product organizations
Proven experience leading large, complex, and transformative initiatives and taking advantage of opportunities to innovate business models and digitalization of the organization
Experience leading cloud transformations with AWS and/or Azure
Sound business acumen and strategy execution
Strong written and verbal presentation skills, with adeptness to distill technical complexity for non-technical executives

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in IT strategy development, digital transformation, and technology governance, with a strong focus on leading high-performing teams and managing large-scale technology projects. Proven ability to align IT initiatives with business objectives while ensuring compliance and risk management.

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