Director of IT Strategy & Operations (Hybrid)

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia Careers seeks a Director of Information Services to guide the agency's IT strategy, oversee major IT initiatives, and align resources with strategic goals. The role requires leadership of multiple IT teams and collaboration with state and DEQ stakeholders.

The position supports a hybrid work schedule (in-office and telework) and requires the ability to work from the Virginia location. Applicants should have strong strategic and technical management experience.

Qualifications

• Experience aligning IT strategy with organizational goals.
• Proven ability to manage a large IT portfolio and resources.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Familiarity with IT security standards and policy implementation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and implement the IT Strategic Plan with stakeholders.
• Lead execution of tasks and schedules to meet plan objectives and metrics.
• Ensure IT environment aligns with DEQ and Commonwealth goals.
• Recommend innovative technology solutions to support business needs.
• Oversee procurement, development, and maintenance of applications.

Skills

IT leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Cybersecurity basics

Job description

Commonwealth of Virginia Careers seeks a Director of Information Services to guide the agency's IT strategy, oversee major IT initiatives, and align resources with strategic goals. The role requires leadership of multiple IT teams and collaboration with state and DEQ stakeholders.

The position supports a hybrid work schedule (in-office and telework) and requires the ability to work from the Virginia location. Applicants should have strong strategic and technical management experience.