CIO: Enterprise Tech Strategy & Digital Modernization

DHRM; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) seeks a strategic Chief Information Officer to lead IT operations, enterprise systems, and modernization initiatives. The CIO will steer technology investments, governance, and architecture while partnering with risk, privacy, and regulatory leaders to align with mission and compliance.

This executive role requires guiding large programs, balancing legacy and modern platforms, and delivering measurable business value across

Qualifications

• Experience in information technology strategic planning and policy development.
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture, SDLC, and DevSecOps modernization.
• Experience leading large, complex technology programs with measurable outcomes.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into technology solutions.
• Experience with multi-cloud/hybrid environments and data governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT operations, enterprise systems, and modernization initiatives.
• Set technology strategy, governance, and priority investments.
• Collaborate with CISO and risk teams to ensure security and compliance.

Skills

IT strategic planning

Enterprise architecture

SDLC & DevSecOps

Program leadership

Data governance

Stakeholder collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Budget & procurement

Job description

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) seeks a strategic Chief Information Officer to lead IT operations, enterprise systems, and modernization initiatives. The CIO will steer technology investments, governance, and architecture while partnering with risk, privacy, and regulatory leaders to align with mission and compliance.

This executive role requires guiding large programs, balancing legacy and modern platforms, and delivering measurable business value across