V2X Inc · 16 hours ago
Chief Information Officer- Polar Operations
Colorado Springs, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expV2X Inc is seeking a Chief Information Officer for Polar Operations to provide program-wide IT and communications services in support of scientific research in and around the Antarctic region. The role includes setting objectives for the IT department, overseeing technology infrastructure, and managing IT-related projects to ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction.
CommercialLogisticsTrainingTransportation
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Set objectives and strategies for the IT department
Select and implement suitable technology to streamline all internal operations and help optimize their strategic benefits
Design and customize technological systems and platforms to improve customer experience
Plan the implementation of new systems and provide guidance to IT professionals and other staff within the organization
Approve purchases of technological equipment and software and establish partnerships with IT providers
Oversee the technological infrastructure (networks and computer systems) in the organization to ensure optimal performance
Direct and organize IT-related projects
Monitor changes or advancements in technology to discover ways the company can gain competitive advantage
Analyze the costs, value and risks of information technology to advise management and suggest actions
Ensures adherence to established standards of individual performance and discipline
Interviews IT&C prospective managers and assists in the selection of new employees
Identifies, studies, and implements cost saving initiatives where applicable
Determines and allocates resources to meet all mission requirements
Ensures the IT & Communications organization is not overly tasked with augmentation duties outside respective functional areas
Plans and directs project execution; monitoring and reporting progress
Must be customer oriented
Approves Special Certification Appointments
Qualification
Required
Proven experience as CIO or similar managerial role
Excellent knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure
Background in designing/developing IT systems and planning IT implementation
Solid understanding of data analysis, budgeting and business operations
Superior analytical and problem-solving capabilities
A strong strategic and business mindset
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
Must have extensive, thorough knowledge US Governments computer networks and systems
Possess strong communications, interpersonal, leadership and managerial skills with an extensive background in building and leading a diverse team possessing myriad complementary/non-complementary skills to deliver operational, contractual, and financial results
Must deal with the customer and company employees in a courteous, professional, and effective manner
Must be a US citizen
BSC/BA in computer science, engineering or relevant field; MSc/MA will be preferred
Ten years management and senior level supervisory experience within the last fifteen years, in the performance and Communications and IT support in execution of polar operations or similar expeditionary type environments (i.e., remote or austere operating environments); or equivalent NSF, NASA, DOE, NOAA or military experience
Company
V2X Inc
V2X is a leading provider of critical mission solutions and support to defense clients globally, formed by the 2022 Merger of Vectrus and Vertex to build on more than 120 combined years of successful mission support.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.06BKey Investors
Vertex Aerospace
2025-11-12Post Ipo Secondary
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Leadership Team
Jeffrey Cheatham
Corporate Vice President, Contracts and Subcontracts
Roger Mason
Chief Growth Officer
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