Deputy Director Information Technology

New Jersey Department of Transportation; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit Leave (12 vacation days, 15 s

Job summary

New Jersey Department of Transportation is seeking a Senior Executive Service Deputy Director of Information Technology. This role leads strategic IT initiatives, oversees cybersecurity oversight with the CISO, and guides enterprise software, ERP, and data initiatives to modernize NJDOT operations.

You will collaborate with Treasury, FHWA, and NJOIT to ensure secure, reliable technology, and you will manage a diverse IT portfolio while driving performance metrics and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Six years of IT experience including three years in supervisory roles.
• Experience with ERP platforms, financial management, cloud project management, and cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Lead NJDOT's implementation of NJHIVE and related integrations with Treasury, FHWA, and NJOIT.
• Oversee System Development Lifecycle maintenance, bug fixes, patches, and upgrades.
• Manage Enterprise Management Office staff ensuring portfolio practices, governance and PM disciplines.
• Develop and maintain IT Strategic and Tactical Plans.
• Conduct business analysis and manage software portfolio.
• Establish and monitor KPIs.

Skills

Project Management

Information Security

Application Development

Artificial Intelligence

Data Warehouse/Business Intelligence

Cloud-based development

NIST/ISO cybersecurity frameworks

Leadership

Enterprise Architecture

Stakeholder Management

Project Management Certification (PMP/

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field

Tools

ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, Workday)

Job description

TITLE: Senior Executive Service (Deputy Director)

DIVISION: Information Technology

ISSUE DATE: 9/16/2026

CLOSING DATE: 10/7/2026

LOCATION: Ewing

SALARY: $169,231.13

WORK WEEK: NL (35 hours)

OFFICE DESCRIPTION

The Deputy Director of Information Technology serves as a senior technology leader responsible for supporting the strategic direction, operations, and modernization of NJDOT's information technology infrastructure and services. This role works closely with the Director of IT to ensure reliable, secure, and innovative technology solutions that support the Department's transportation mission and operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and facilitate NJDOT's implementation of the State of New Jersey's new Financial Management System (NJHIVE) and related integrations within NJDOT's fiscal and project management systems to ensure a seamless transition. Work collaboratively with the NJ Department of Treasury, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and the NJ State Office of Information Technology to ensure operational readiness and business requirements of the NJDOT are met.
• Lead the System Development Lifecycle maintenance: bug fixes, feature implementation, patches, and technology upgrades.
• Manage the staff of the NJDOT's Enterprise Management Office whose mission is to provide consistent IT portfolio practices, fiscal oversight, governance structure, and project management disciplines in the execution of NJDOT technology deployment.
• Lead the development and maintenance of the IT Strategic Plan and Tactical Plans.
• Conduct business analysis and manage software portfolio.
• Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Cybersecurity

• Provide executive oversight and oversee the work of the NJDOT's Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Collaborate with the NJ Office of Information Technology (NJOIT), New Jersey Office of Homeland Preparedness (NJOHSP), and other stakeholders to implement industry best practices, strengthen cybersecurity policies, controls, and ensure risk management practices are enforced.

Application Development

• Collaborate with Bureau Manager to build, enhance, and maintain custom applications.

REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field; advanced degree and/or certifications preferred.

Experience: Six (6) years of professional experience in information technology studies and analysis, project leadership, and resource allocation within a multi - platform environment. Three (3) years of the required experience shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

Preferred Skills:

• Project Management; Information Security; Application Development; Artificial Intelligence; Data Warehouse/Business Intelligence
• Experience with modern ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday); certification a plus
• Experience with Financial Management, General Ledgers and Cloud Project Management
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or other Project Management Certification and experience
• Familiarity with NIST, ISO, and other cybersecurity frameworks
• Knowledge of cloud - based development, application development practices, and project management
• Ability to manage complex, multi - disciplinary technology environments
• Proven leadership experience across ERP, PMO operations, cybersecurity, and application development
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, risk management, and software development lifecycle
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills

For more information regarding this position, please refer to: http://info.csc.state.nj.us/jobspec/90752.htm

BENEFITS PACKAGE

As a NJ State Department, NJDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Benefit Leave (12 vacation days, 15 sick days and 3 administrative days)