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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Chief Information Officer - **Company:** Strategic Inc - **Location:** Phoenix, AZ, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $175,000.0 - $250,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Collaborative Software, Cyber Security, Data Governance, IT Management, Network Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Platform System, System Availability, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d8f7b725cb74eed0 ## About the Role * Experience: 10+ years in IT leadership, preferably in engineering, manufacturing, or technology-intensive industries. * Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of enterprise IT systems, cloud computing, ERP, AI/ML integration, and data analytics. * Global Collaboration: Proven ability to lead and coordinate with distributed teams across multiple time zones. * Leadership: Excellent communication, decision-making, and project management skills; ability to inspire and lead high-performing IT teams. * Certifications: PMP, CISSP, CISM, ITIL, or similar preferred. * Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field; Master's degree preferred. ## Description We are seeking a visionary and results-driven Chief Information Officer to lead our technology strategy and operations for a growing engineering firm with a geographically dispersed workforce. The CIO will be responsible for aligning IT initiatives with engineering operations, ensuring secure, scalable, and efficient systems that enable global collaboration, innovation, and productivity, * Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement an IT strategy that supports engineering workflows, product development, and business growth across all locations. * Digital Transformation: Lead the adoption of cloud-based platforms, collaboration tools, and integrated engineering software to improve efficiency and enable remote work. * Infrastructure & Operations: Oversee global IT infrastructure, including cloud services, and network security, ensuring high availability and performance. * Cybersecurity & Compliance: Establish and maintain robust cybersecurity policies, data governance, and compliance frameworks to protect sensitive engineering and client data. * Global Team Enablement: Design and implement tools, processes, and training programs to support engineers in different time zones, ensuring seamless communication and project coordination. * Vendor & Partner Management: Negotiate and manage technology contracts with global vendors, ensuring cost-effective and scalable solutions. * Budget & ROI: Manage IT budgets, monitor expenses, and report on the return on investment of technology initiatives. * Change Leadership: Drive organizational change to adopt new technologies and processes, minimizing disruption to engineering operations., This is an opportunity to shape the future of engineering technology, lead an IT function, and drive innovation that supports our mission. 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