Deputy Chief Technology Officer- Enterprise Hosting; SPSA Opt

Job description

Job Requisition : 53442
Posting Date: 02/06/2026
Closing Date: 02/24/2026
Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology
Class

Title:

SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)
Skill Option: Management Information System/Data Processing/Telecommunications
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $13,750-$15,417/monthly ($165,000-$185,000/Annual)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook;
Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Exempt under Section 4d of the Personnel Code, Managerial Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits.

Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as the Deputy Chief Technology Officer for Enterprise Hosting under the administrative direction of the Chief Technology Officer, serving as the principal policy formulating administrator for the management processes for Enterprise Infrastructure Operations and Network Operations Information Technology (IT) services statewide.

In this role you will lead and manage the development and implementation of new technology products and services by researching and recommending implementation of advanced information technology and drives adoption while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence among the infrastructure and network and teams In addition, you will lead and develop a high performing team and serve as an agency spokesperson.

If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10
  -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs
  -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www
2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

• Subject to management approval, serves as the Deputy Chief Technology Officer
  - Enterprise Hosting, for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), serving as the principal policy formulating administrator for the management processes for Enterprise Infrastructure Operations and Network Operations Information Technology (IT) services statewide.
• Leads and manages the development and…