Chief Information Technology Officer
Listed on 2026-01-31
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IT/Tech
IT Project Manager, Cybersecurity, IT Business Analyst, IT Consultant
Position Summary
Position Summary The Chief Information Technology Officer ( CITO ) serves as the university’s senior technology executive, providing strategic vision, leadership, and executive oversight for IT operations. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance and Administration, this role ensures that IT investments and initiatives directly support SRU’s mission, administrative efficiency, and long-term institutional success.
University Overview Slippery Rock University ( SRU ) is a mid-sized public institution serving approximately 8,000 students across diverse academic programs. SRU is committed to innovation in teaching, research, and student success. As digital transformation accelerates, the university seeks a strategic IT leader to align technology services with institutional goals, enhance governance, and foster collaboration across campus.
Position Details The Chief Information Technology Officer leads enterprise technology services, IT governance, cybersecurity, digital learning, and data strategy, balancing operational excellence with innovation. As an executive leader, this role will cultivate strong partnerships with faculty, students, administrators, and external stakeholders to drive a collaborative, forward-looking technology strategy.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & IT Governance
- Define and execute an IT strategy that aligns with SRU’s academic, research, and administrative priorities.
- Establish transparent IT governance frameworks to enhance decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and accountability.
- Advise university leadership on emerging technologies, cybersecurity risks, and digital transformation opportunities.
- Champion IT’s role in student success, faculty research, and institutional growth.
- Foster a high-performing IT team, prioritizing innovation, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
IT Operations & Digital Transformation
- Ensure scalable, secure, and resilient IT operations across the university.
- Oversee cloud-first strategies, leveraging SRU’s existing Oracle Cloud, Azure, and SaaS solutions.
- Modernize enterprise applications, including Ellucian Banner, data analytics platforms, and student support technologies.
- Strengthen cybersecurity policies and risk management, ensuring compliance with FERPA, HIPAA, and higher education IT standards.
- Optimize network infrastructure, enterprise systems, and IT service management processes.
Stakeholder Engagement & Institutional Collaboration
- Build strategic partnerships with faculty, students, administration, and industry leaders to enhance IT’s role in education and research.
- Improve IT communications and service responsiveness, ensuring alignment with university needs.
- Develop collaborative governance structures to integrate IT decision-making across academic and administrative units.
- Oversee IT budgeting, vendor management, and strategic technology investments.
- Drive cost-effective and scalable IT solutions to enhance efficiency and innovation.
- Lead contract negotiations and vendor relationships to maximize value and service quality.
- Establish performance metrics and data-driven decision-making frameworks to assess IT effectiveness.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 10+ years of executive IT leadership in higher education or similarly complex organizations.
- Proven success in IT strategy, digital transformation, and governance frameworks.
- Experience overseeing enterprise IT services, cybersecurity, and cloud adoption.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, change management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Successful performance in an on-campus interview.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field.
- Experience leading higher education IT strategy, ERP modernization, and data analytics.
- ITIL or relevant technology leadership certifications.
- Experience working in a collective bargaining environment.
Posting Date 01/27/2026
Closing Date Open Until Filled
Location Location Main Campus
Department Department Finance and Administration
Pay Rate —
Employment Type Regular FT
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