Deputy CIO: IT Strategy & Enterprise Transformation

NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

NASA seeks an executive leader to serve as Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO), shaping NASA's digital infrastructure and IT investments in support of space exploration, science, and mission operations. The DCIO leads a large, blended workforce and governs IT programs with a focus on secure, scalable, and innovative services.

The role mandates senior SES-level leadership, robust governance, and strategic partnerships across the Agency, with a multi-billion IT budget and enterprise-wide

Qualifications

• ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and constitutional principles.
• ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency and resource management.
• ECQ 3: Merit and Competence in technical work.
• ECQ 4: Leading People with accountability and change.
• ECQ 5: Achieving Results with strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Serve as CIO's strategic partner overseeing IT operations and investments.
• Lead cross-enterprise IT program alignment with NASA mission.
• Ensure secure, compliant, and financially viable IT solutions.
• Drive digital transformation and emerging tech pilots at scale.
• Oversee talent development and workforce planning for IT staff.
• Establish governance, performance metrics, and accountability.

Job description

NASA seeks an executive leader to serve as Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO), shaping NASA's digital infrastructure and IT investments in support of space exploration, science, and mission operations. The DCIO leads a large, blended workforce and governs IT programs with a focus on secure, scalable, and innovative services.

The role mandates senior SES-level leadership, robust governance, and strategic partnerships across the Agency, with a multi-billion IT budget and enterprise-wide