Chief Information Officer

• Pay or shift range: $270,000 USD to $335,000 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

About us

Nautilus Management Services provides business administration and management services to its subsidiary marine transportation companies that have been serving the maritime community for over a century. Our mission is to consistently deliver safe, efficient, innovative and environmentally responsible maritime operational solutions for our customers.

Position Summary

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is a key executive responsible for defining and executing an enterprise-wide technology strategy for a rapidly growing maritime and logistics organization. This role oversees all IT functions—including software, hardware, networks, cybersecurity, ERP systems, data platforms, and end-user services—supporting 10+ business entities across 20+ locations.

The CIO must combine strategic vision with hands-on operational leadership, ensuring technology systems, teams, and processes scale effectively with the company’s growth and operational demands.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain an IT strategy aligned with corporate goals, operational requirements, and growth plans.
• Lead digital transformation efforts that modernize systems, enhance performance, and support long-term scalability.
• Partner with executive leadership to identify technology-driven opportunities for efficiency, safety, customer value, and competitive advantage.
• Establish governance frameworks, standards, and processes appropriate for a multi-entity operating environment.
• Lead the selection, implementation, and optimization of an enterprise ERP system with seamless integration across business units.
• Oversee the design and continuous improvement of data platforms, including the enterprise data lake, BI tools, data governance policies, and reporting/analytics environments.
• Ensure interoperability across operational, financial, HR, safety, maintenance, and customer-facing systems.
• Promote data accuracy, automation, and transparency throughout the organization.

Infrastructure, Cybersecurity & IT Operations

• Direct the management of networks, servers, cloud environments, communications systems, cybersecurity, and disaster recovery.
• Ensure stable, secure operations across geographically dispersed locations with 24/7 operational requirements.
• Oversee hardware life cycles, software licensing, desktop support, and technology standards.
• Strengthen cybersecurity posture through proactive monitoring, risk management, training, and incident readiness.

Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead and develop an IT team of 10+ professionals, fostering a high-performance, service-oriented culture.
• Define roles, responsibilities, and structures that support scalability and evolving business needs.
• Build strong partnerships with Operations, Finance, HR, HSE, and leaders across all business entities.
• Manage IT CAPEX and OPEX budgets with disciplined financial stewardship.
• Evaluate technology investments and present clear business cases to leadership.
• Lead vendor management, negotiate contracts, and cultivate strategic technology partnerships.

Operational Engagement

• Serve as the escalation point for mission-critical operational issues, ensuring continuity and uptime.
• Maintain a field-level understanding of maritime and logistics operations to align technology with frontline needs.
• Maintain visibility across locations and build trust with operational teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including 5+ years in senior or executive roles.

Knowledge & Technical Expertise

• Proven experience implementing ERP systems and managing enterprise-wide integrations.
• Strong background in IT infrastructure, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, and multi-location environment support.
• Experience designing…