Senior Policy Executive 18

State-of-Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Michigan’s Office of Information Technology invites applications for the Chief Information Officer to oversee day-to-day operations, networks, information systems, data security and user support, ensuring IT and information security objectives are met.

The CIO will lead strategic planning, governance and regulatory compliance, advocate for organizational needs, and coordinate cross‑agency teams to deliver secure, reliable technology services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in management or program/staff specialist role.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience at level 15 or above in computer information field preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or IT preferred; equivalent accepted.
• CISA, PMP, CISSP certificates desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee IT and information security objectives and daily operations.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and strategic planning.
• Lead and collaborate with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders to achieve objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Team leadership

IT governance

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations and management of the Office of Information Technology which is responsible for all Office of the Auditor General networks, information systems, data security, and user support. The CIO ensures that both the Information Technology and Information Security organizational objectives are met.

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major, preferably in computer science or information technology (or the equivalent).

Experience

• At least two years of professional experience as a manager or program/staff specialist or equivalent experience. At least 5 years of supervisory experience at the 15 level or above within the computer information field preferred. At least 5 years of Information Technology experience preferred.Knowledge of the nature and impact of administrative and regulatory requirements pertaining to strategic planning and the ability to identify problems and potential concerns, to develop creative and innovative solutions, and provide leadership, involving others in the decision-making process. Knowledge of the basic mission of the OAG and the ability to advocate positions, communicate ideas and information, and to work effectively on teams in support of common objectives.
• CISA, PMP, and/or CISSP certificates/licenses desirable.

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/SeniorExecutiveService.pdf