CIO & IT Transformation Leader

Johnson & Wales University; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Wales University seeks a visionary Vice President of Information Technology/Chief Information Officer to shape the digital future of the institution. You will lead strategic technology investments, modernization, analytics, and AI-enabled initiatives across campus, while ensuring cybersecurity and data risk governance.

The role requires executive leadership, cross-unit collaboration, and a focus on delivering data-informed insights to enhance student, faculty, and staff engagement with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; experience in strategic planning and execution.
• Proven ability to lead digital transformation and AI initiatives.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.
• Experience influencing across academic, student, and admin domains.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a comprehensive digital strategy for the university.
• Lead enterprise technology investments and modernization efforts.
• Oversee cybersecurity governance and data-risk strategy.
• Foster AI-enabled solutions to enhance academic and operational performance.
• Build a high-performing IT team and strategic vendor partnerships.

Skills

Strategic planning

Executive leadership

Technology strategy

AI technologies awareness

Digital transformation

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Johnson & Wales University seeks a visionary Vice President of Information Technology/Chief Information Officer to shape the digital future of the institution. You will lead strategic technology investments, modernization, analytics, and AI-enabled initiatives across campus, while ensuring cybersecurity and data risk governance.

The role requires executive leadership, cross-unit collaboration, and a focus on delivering data-informed insights to enhance student, faculty, and staff engagement with