Walsh University · 15 hours ago
CIO-Chief Information Officer (70159)
Main Campus - North Canton, OH 44720
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expWalsh University is seeking a dynamic and collaborative leader for the role of CIO, reporting directly to the Vice President for Finance/CFO. This position guides the institution’s digital transformation and innovation in information technology, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and enhancing teaching and learning through effective IT systems and solutions.
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Responsibilities
Oversee the IT and computer systems that support enterprise goals
Manage IT staff and develop department goals
Plan, deploy, and maintain IT systems and operations
Manage the organization's software development needs
Develop, implement, and monitor readiness of security, emergency response, and back-up plans
Oversee relationships with vendors, contractors, service providers, and other colleges/universities
Coordinate the integration of multiple technologies and systems across the organization
Develop and oversee the IT budget and resources
Develop IT policies, procedures, and best practices, including oversight of data security and cyber-exposure of the University
Stay updated on IT trends and emerging technologies
Ensure IT strategies and processes support organization-wide goals
Plan IT capital projects ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic goals and programmatic requirements
Provide recommendations on prudent investments in technology and infrastructure
Other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Proven leadership experience in applying computing and information technologies in support of administrative and/or academic objectives
Demonstrated experience with computer and network security in a large organizational environment
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and strategic planning skills
Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
Experience in budget management and resource allocation
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field is required
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in information technology
Professional demeanor and ability to interact with charity towards students, staff and faculty. Positive attitude a must
Preferred
Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field is preferred
Demonstrated experience with or ability to rapidly learn Microsoft 365 Administration (including Admin Center and Security Center tools and apps for managing users, security, devices, compliance, and updates)
Demonstrated experience with or ability to rapidly learn Access Control Systems (for managing physical and digital entry, credentials, and security)
Demonstrated experience with or ability to rapidly learn Microsoft Office products (deep familiarity with Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams)
Demonstrated experience with or ability to rapidly learn Microsoft Active Directory (user account management, authentication, and directory services for both on-premise and cloud environments)
Demonstrated experience with or ability to rapidly learn AD Manager (or comparable Active Directory management solutions for user provisioning, password resets, group management, and audits)
Demonstrated experience with or ability to rapidly learn Barracuda (security appliances and backup solutions, including email security, cloud backups, and threat protection)
Company
Walsh University
Walsh University is an independent, coeducational Catholic, liberal arts and sciences institution.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$8.3M2019-06-26Grant· $8.3M
Leadership Team
Brian Greenwell, D.B.A.
Vice President of Administration and Chief Information Officer
Michael A. Douglas
Chief Diversity Officer
Recent News
2025-05-02
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