Chief Technology Officer

Chief Technology OfficerThe Chief Technology Officer (CTO) serves as a senior leader within the Division of Information Technology, reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO). The CTO is responsible for driving the institution's digital transformation strategy and overseeing the design, implementation, and support of GHC's network infrastructure and enterprise technology systems. This role directly manages the Enterprise Application Services, Web Support Services, and Network Support Services units, ensuring that services are aligned with the institution's mission of access and student success. This position works closely with the CIO to build and mentor high-performing IT teams with a focus on service excellence and continuous improvement.This is an on-site position.ResponsibilitiesStrategic PlanningIs responsible to understand, support, and carry out the college's mission, vision, and values and comply with mandates and regulations of government and accrediting bodiesLeads digital transformation initiatives to modernize academic and administrative systems, improve service delivery, and enhance student engagementDevelops and executes strategic plans for cloud computing, virtualization, and scalable infrastructure to support flexible and remote learning environmentsCollaborates with the CIO and institutional leadership to align technology investments with institutional prioritiesNetwork and EASOversees the Network Support Services unit, ensuring reliable, secure, and high-performance campus-wide networking, wireless access, and internet connectivityManages the Enterprise Application Services unit, including student information systems (SIS), learning management systems (LMS), customer relationship management (CRM), and enterprise resource planning (ERP) platformsEnsures integration and interoperability of systems across departments and campusesSupports faculty and instructional designers in adopting and integrating educational technologies that promote inclusive and accessible learningFacilitates the use of data analytics and reporting tools to support institutional research, student success initiatives, and operational decision-makingKey RolesAssists CIO and CISO with IT policy development, ensuring policies align with federal and state regulations (e.g., FERPA, HIPAA, GLBA) and the University System of Georgia IT HandbookSupervises and mentors IT staff, fostering a culture of innovation and service excellenceServes as a key advisor to the CIO on emerging technologies and strategic IT initiativesAssists the CIO in developing and managing budgets for assigned units, ensuring cost-effective procurement and lifecycle management of technology assetsOversees vendor relationships and contracts for enterprise applications and network infrastructureRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree preferred. Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of leadership experience in IT, preferably in higher educationProven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), virtualization (VMware, Proxmox, OpenShift, etc.), and LinuxExperience with or strong interest in learning ERP/SIS systems (Banner, Workday, PeopleSoft), IAM protocols (SAML, OAuth), and enterprise networking technologies (Palo Alto, Cisco)Demonstrated success in leading digital transformation and cloud infrastructure initiativesPossession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.Proposed SalaryAnnual salary of $108,099Required Documents to AttachCover LetterResumeTranscriptsKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesAbility to effectively lead employees and manage projects from ideation to implementation, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the desired qualityStrong understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within access institutionsExcellent communication, strategic planning, and team-building skillsKnowledge of relevant local, state and federal lawsKnowledge of administrative management and planningKnowledge of the preparation and interpretation of statistical, technical, and narrative reportsSkill in planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the work of othersSkill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutionsSkill in the preparation of clear and precise reportsSkill in oral and written communication.