Allegheny County · 1 month ago
Director, Department of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$145K/yr - $175K/yr
10+ years expAllegheny County is seeking a visionary and strategic leader to serve as the Director of the Department of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO). This executive-level position is responsible for leading the County’s enterprise-wide technology strategy, operations, and innovation, focusing on digital transformation and ensuring secure and reliable IT services.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a county-wide IT strategic plan aligned with organizational goals and public service priorities, including efforts to centralize the County’s IT operations
Lead enterprise architecture planning and ensure alignment with emerging technologies and best practices
Establish IT governance frameworks to prioritize initiatives, manage risk, and ensure transparency and accountability
Advise County leadership on technology trends, opportunities, and risks
Serve as a strategic partner to elected officials, department directors, and external agencies
Foster a customer-centric culture within the Department of Information Technology
Collaborate with County departments to understand business needs and deliver responsive, value-driven IT solutions
Promote digital equity and accessibility in public-facing services
Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the County’s IT infrastructure, including data centers, networks, cloud services, and end-user computing
Ensure high availability, performance, and resilience of critical systems and services
Lead the County’s cybersecurity strategy, including risk management, incident response, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Manage vendor relationships and service-level agreements for infrastructure and security services
Direct the planning, execution, and oversight of enterprise IT projects to ensure alignment with County priorities, timelines, and budgets
Implement portfolio management practices to evaluate, prioritize, and balance IT initiatives based on strategic value, risk, and resource capacity
Establish and enforce project management standards, methodologies, and tools to promote consistency, transparency, and accountability
Monitor project performance through key performance indicators (KPIs), risk assessments, and regular reporting to County leadership
Foster cross-functional collaboration among technical teams, business units, and external partners to ensure successful project delivery and stakeholder satisfaction
Lead the County’s digital transformation efforts by identifying and implementing emerging technologies that improve service delivery, efficiency, and accessibility
Develop and execute an enterprise innovation strategy that encourages experimentation, cross-departmental collaboration, and continuous improvement
Champion the use of data analytics, automation, and AI to enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and deliver proactive public services
Establish governance frameworks and ethical guidelines for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies
Promote a culture of innovation within the Department of Information Technology by supporting pilot programs, proof-of-concept initiatives, and agile development practices
Oversee the development and administration of the department’s operating and capital budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and fiscal responsibility
Manage IT procurement processes, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations to maximize value and ensure compliance with County policies
Develop workforce strategies to recruit, retain, and develop a diverse, skilled, and future-ready IT team
Implement performance management systems to monitor service delivery, optimize resource allocation, and drive accountability
Ensure effective asset management, including lifecycle planning for hardware, software, and infrastructure investments
Qualification
Required
It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position
The pre-employment drug screen must be completed within 48 hours of the acceptance of the conditional offer of employment
Residency: Allegheny County within 1 year
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Public Administration, Business, or a related field (master's degree preferred)
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible IT leadership experience, including 5 years in a senior management or CIO role
Experience in a public sector or government environment strongly preferred
Certifications such as a Certified Government CIO (CGCIO), PMP, CISSP, or ITIL are desirable
Demonstrated success in leading digital transformation and enterprise modernization initiatives
Company
Allegheny County
Allegheny County is home to some of the world’s leading businesses and organizations in the fields of advanced manufacturing, information & communications technology, healthcare & life sciences, finance & business services, education & research, and energy & environmental solutions.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Donna Dineley PMP, CMPIC, BRMP
Deputy CIO
Edmonds Lisa
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