Director de Sistemas de Información (CIO)

Arrival NYC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Buildings seeks a Chief Information Officer to lead the IT bureau and drive a comprehensive technology strategy that supports operations for 1.1 million buildings and 140+ business units.

The CIO will oversee cybersecurity, policy, and service delivery, collaborating with senior officials to promote digital transformation and efficient customer service for property owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and tenants.

Qualifications

• Masters in computer science, business administration, public administration, or related field with six years of IT experience, four in executive/managerial capacity.
• Or a bachelor's degree with eight years of IT experience, four in executive/managerial capacity.
• Equivalent combinations allowed with high school diploma and six years of IT leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT bureau operations including staff management, budgeting, and vendor oversight.
• Develop and implement agency-wide IT strategy aligning with DOB priorities.
• Advance digital transformation, modernize legacy systems, automate workflows, and enhance user experience.

Skills

Executive leadership

Staff supervision

IT policy

Cybersecurity

Education

Master's degree in computer science / related field

Bachelor's degree with relevant experience

Job description

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The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) promotes the safety of all people that build, work, and live in New York City by regulating the lawful use of over one million buildings and construction sites across the five boroughs. With a focus on safety, service, and integrity, the Department enforces the Citys Construction Codes, Zoning Resolution, and the New York State Multiple Dwelling Law. DOB is seeking a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead the Information Technology bureau. Under administrative direction of the Departments Chief Operating Officer (COO), with full latitude for the exercise of independent initiative and judgment, the CIO will oversee development and implementation of a comprehensive technology strategy to advance the Departments mission, support the operations of 140+ business units, and enhance customer service experience for property owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and tenants across 1.1 million buildings. The CIO will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties: - Collaborate with the Departments Commissioner and executive staff colleagues to develop and implement a vision that utilizes technology to support DOBs mission and operations- Provide executive direction on matters regarding information technology (IT); direct the work of staff responsible for the operations of the IT bureau, including the establishment of short- and long-term plans, setting goals, objectives and priorities, allocating resources, including personnel, for the most effective utilization, and establishing and maintaining organizational controls; coordinate the activities of the bureau with other organizational units within the agency, as necessary - Lead development of agencywide standards, processes, and performance metrics to ensure deliverables are consistent with DOBs priorities - Promote digital transformation, modernization of legacy systems, automation of workflows, and enhancement opportunities - Participate in the formulation and implementation of agency and bureau policies - Direct cybersecurity measures, safeguarding of information systems and equipment, incident response efforts, and compliance with applicable laws and standards - Oversee product development and support, system and database administration, network operations, desktop support, customer service, and technology policy Identify and integrate best practices for optimizing system performance, reducing costs, and improving the end-user experience - Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for operations, project management, and proposed digital solutions - Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders in managing IT budget and associated vendor contracts - Serve as a liaison to the Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) - Represent the Commissioner at meetings and conferences concerning IT policy and operational issues and Department activities REMOTE WORKThis position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program.

Requirements

1.A masters in computer science, business administration, public administration, or a related field and six (6) years of satisfactory full-time experience using information technology in computer applications programming, computer systems development, data telecommunications, database administration, planning of data/information processing, user services, or area networks, at least four (4) years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity or in the supervision of staff performing these duties; or 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and eight (8) years of satisfactory full-time experience as described above, at least four (4) years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, administrative, or supervisory capacity; or 3.Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or recognized accrediting organization and must possess at least six (6) years of experience as described in "1" above, including the four (4) years of executive, managerial, administrative, or supervisory experience as described in "1" above. Experienced (non-manager)