Strategic CIO for Public Transit Tech & Cybersecurity

South Florida Regional Transportation Authority; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 107,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA) is seeking a seasoned Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead the agency’s technology strategy in a mission-critical transit environment.

As a member of the executive team, the CIO will direct enterprise technology, cybersecurity, OT, telecommunications, cloud platforms, and business applications to support commuter rail operations, customer service, and organizational performance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of IT leadership experience overseeing enterprise systems, OT, cybersecurity, and budget oversight in complex environments.
• 5+ years in supervisory/managerial roles with staff leadership.
• Experience developing and implementing enterprise technology strategies, governance structures, modernization initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an enterprise technology strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Provide executive oversight for enterprise infrastructure, OT systems, cybersecurity, cloud, and applications.
• Lead cybersecurity strategy, governance, and risk management.
• Oversee modernization initiatives and multi-year roadmaps.
• Manage budgets and procurement oversight.

Skills

Executive leadership

Governance & strategic planning

Cybersecurity leadership

Enterprise technology

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA) is seeking a seasoned Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead the agency’s technology strategy in a mission-critical transit environment.

As a member of the executive team, the CIO will direct enterprise technology, cybersecurity, OT, telecommunications, cloud platforms, and business applications to support commuter rail operations, customer service, and organizational performance.