Strategic CIO & VP of IT — Higher Ed

Texas A&M University System; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University System is seeking a strategic Chief Information Officer and Vice President for Information Technology to lead Technology Services and align IT with TAMU/TAMUS priorities. The role participates in executive leadership and serves on the President’s Cabinet.

The CIO/VP will oversee IT services across TAMU and affiliated campuses, guide budgets, governance, cybersecurity, and innovation, driving modernization in a large research university environment.

Qualifications

• Ten years of progressively responsible management experience in Information Technology.
• Experience leading information technology in a large, complex higher education environment.
• Experience developing and executing enterprise technology strategy, overseeing IT services, and leading modernization or organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains the strategic vision of Technology Services (TS) in alignment with TAMU and TAMUS.
• Oversee IT functions and services supporting TAMU and affiliated campuses.
• Leads implementation of a comprehensive IT service model across TAMU.
• Develops and manages the Technology Services budget and staffing needs.
• Ensures compliance with regulations and policies for data security and privacy.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Texas A&M University System is seeking a strategic Chief Information Officer and Vice President for Information Technology to lead Technology Services and align IT with TAMU/TAMUS priorities. The role participates in executive leadership and serves on the President’s Cabinet.

The CIO/VP will oversee IT services across TAMU and affiliated campuses, guide budgets, governance, cybersecurity, and innovation, driving modernization in a large research university environment.