Strategic CIO for Public Tech & Cybersecurity

Colorado City & County Management Association; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 187,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Aspen, CO, is seeking a forward-thinking Chief Information Officer to transform technology into a strategic partner across the organization. Reporting to the Administrative Services Director, the CIO will lead cybersecurity, data, infrastructure, applications, Aspen Community Broadband, and audiovisual services.

The role requires seven years of enterprise technology experience, including leadership of staff and budgets, plus strong governance and change-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, public or business administration, or a related field.
• Seven years of progressively responsible enterprise technology experience, including at least three years leading staff, budgets, vendors, operations, and major technology initiatives.
• Demonstrated success establishing technology strategy or governance, improving service delivery, and leading organizational change.
• Experience with or understanding of governmental budgeting, procurement, records, accessibility, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide enterprise leadership for IT cybersecurity, data, infrastructure, applications, Aspen Community Broadband, and audiovisual services.
• Lead implementation of the City’s technology roadmap and shift IT from a support-focused to a strategic, customer-focused partner.
• Partner with City Departments to strategically incorporate technology into organizational priorities.

Skills

Leadership experience

Budget management

Governance

Cybersecurity knowledge

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, public or business administration

Master’s degree in information systems, computer science, business administration, public administration, or a related field

Job description

City of Aspen, CO, is seeking a forward-thinking Chief Information Officer to transform technology into a strategic partner across the organization. Reporting to the Administrative Services Director, the CIO will lead cybersecurity, data, infrastructure, applications, Aspen Community Broadband, and audiovisual services.

The role requires seven years of enterprise technology experience, including leadership of staff and budgets, plus strong governance and change-management skills.