CIO: Digital Transformation & IT Strategy Leader

Oculusit; Illinois; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

OculusIT seeks an experienced Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead technology strategy, digital transformation, IT operations, cybersecurity, and enterprise systems in higher education.

The CIO will partner with senior leadership to strengthen student and customer experiences, drive analytics, and manage budgets, vendors, and teams. The role demands strategic vision and collaborative leadership across departments.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive technology experience with 7+ years in senior leadership.
• Proven experience leading enterprise-wide digital transformation.
• Strong knowledge of cloud, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, data, and IT governance.
• Higher education / EdTech experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the organization's overall IT and digital transformation strategy.
• Lead IT operations, infrastructure, cloud, enterprise applications, and modernization.
• Oversee ERP, CRM, SIS, LMS, HRIS, and other critical systems.
• Drive cybersecurity, data privacy, IT governance, risk management, and continuity.
• Build and mentor a high-performing technology team and align tech with goals.

Skills

Strategic leadership

IT governance

Cybersecurity awareness

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ERP

CRM

SIS

LMS

Cloud platforms

Job description

OculusIT seeks an experienced Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead technology strategy, digital transformation, IT operations, cybersecurity, and enterprise systems in higher education.

The CIO will partner with senior leadership to strengthen student and customer experiences, drive analytics, and manage budgets, vendors, and teams. The role demands strategic vision and collaborative leadership across departments.