Strategic CIO for Higher Education & AI Transformation

Texas Southern University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southern University is seeking a Vice President & Chief Information Officer to lead the strategic direction and operational management of information technology. This role includes overseeing technology investments aligned with the University's mission and direction. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in enterprise technology operations within higher education, providing executive leadership and fostering technological innovation.

The CIO will also manage vendor relationships and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while developing a technology roadmap that balances operational needs with strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of progressively responsible IT leadership experience.
• Experience in leading enterprise technology in higher education institutions.
• Strong knowledge of information security frameworks and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for the development and execution of IT strategy.
• Lead modernization of financial, human resources, and IT systems.
• Oversee collaboration with external technology forums and governance bodies.

Skills

Leadership

Strategy development

Vendor management

Information security

Budget management

Education

Master’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related field

Job description

Texas Southern University is seeking a Vice President & Chief Information Officer to lead the strategic direction and operational management of information technology. This role includes overseeing technology investments aligned with the University's mission and direction. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in enterprise technology operations within higher education, providing executive leadership and fostering technological innovation.

The CIO will also manage vendor relationships and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while developing a technology roadmap that balances operational needs with strategic goals.