Head Of Information Technology And Cybersecurity

Chief Information Officer / Chief Technology Officer (CIO / CTO)
February 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027 (with option to renew for an additional one (1) year)
Position Type: Contract
Department of Social Services
Scope of Project
The Department of Social Services (DSS) is seeking a temporary Chief Information Officer / Chief Technology Officer (CIO / CTO) to support Information Technology Services (ITS). This role will manage the day-to-day technology operations of the organization and ensure the stability, security, and performance of critical DSS systems. Reporting to the First Deputy Commissioner and working closely with the Deputy Chief Information Officer, the CIO / CTO will provide executive-level technical leadership, strategic guidance, and operational oversight across DSS technology initiatives.
Serve as a hybrid CIO / CTO, overseeing both internal IT operations and external-facing technology platforms
Lead and manage technical and engineering teams to ensure system availability, performance, and reliability
Develop and implement a technology strategy aligned with DSS business objectives, operational needs, and budget
Ensure cybersecurity controls, compliance standards, and data governance frameworks are enforced
Identify, assess, and manage technology-related risks across the organization
Manage vendor relationships and establish strategic technology partnerships
Communicate technology protocols, risks, and updates to internal and external stakeholders
Attract, retain, and develop skilled technology professionals, including converting consultant roles into permanent positions
Advanced degree in a technology-related field such as Computer Science or Information Technology
Extensive experience in executive-level technology leadership and enterprise IT management
Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture, infrastructure, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Proven expertise in cybersecurity, compliance, and data governance
Strong strategic planning, financial management, and leadership capabilities
Experience managing vendors and enterprise technology partnerships
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience providing services of similar size and scope at an executive level
Experience leading large, complex public-sector or government technology organizations
Proven success in talent acquisition, workforce planning, and organizational development
V Group Inc. is a NJ-based IT Services and Products Company with its business strategically categorized in various Business Units including Public Sector, Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services, Ecommerce, Projects, and Products. Within the Public Sector business unit, we provide IT Professional Services to Federal, State, and Local government agencies. Please share my contact information with others working in Information Technology.
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