Healthcare CIO: Digital Transformation & Cybersecurity Leader

Newbridge Recruiting Group LLC; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Newbridge Recruiting Group LLC is seeking a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead technology strategy, IT operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation for a mission-driven healthcare organization south of Boston, MA.

The role reports to the CEO and partners with senior leadership to ensure compliant, patient-centered care while strengthening IT operations and building a high-performing team. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
• 8-10 years of progressive IT leadership experience; at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience overseeing healthcare technology systems, including electronic health records and clinical reporting platforms.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity, data privacy, and healthcare regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing IT budgets, vendors, contracts, and technology implementations.
• Demonstrated success leading teams, managing organizational change, and aligning technology strategy with business objectives.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in a healthcare, nonprofit, or community-based organization preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CHCIO, CPHIMS, CISSP, or PMP are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement technology strategies that support organizational goals, growth, and evolving healthcare needs.
• Oversee IT operations, infrastructure, clinical information systems, and technology support across multiple locations.
• Lead cybersecurity, information security, data privacy, disaster recovery, and technology risk management initiatives.
• Ensure technology systems and practices meet applicable healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Oversee data management, reporting, analytics, and governance to support clinical quality and operational performance.
• Manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, contracts, and technology investments.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives, including the effective adoption of emerging technologies and AI.
• Partner with clinical and operational leaders to improve workflows, technology utilization, and the patient experience.
• Build and develop a collaborative, service-oriented IT team while improving processes and accountability.

Skills

IT leadership

Cybersecurity knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Vendor management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Healthcare Administration

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Clinical reporting platforms

Job description

Newbridge Recruiting Group LLC is seeking a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead technology strategy, IT operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation for a mission-driven healthcare organization south of Boston, MA.

The role reports to the CEO and partners with senior leadership to ensure compliant, patient-centered care while strengthening IT operations and building a high-performing team. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.