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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Chief Information Officer - **Company:** City of Culver City - **Location:** Culver City, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $201,448.0 - $245,897.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Scrum Methodology, Systems Integration, Information Technology, Data Analytics - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://careersingovernment.com/job/2412106/chief-information-officer/ ## About the Role * Experience & Education: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university preferably in information systems, computer science, business administration or a related field, and six to ten years of progressively responsible experience in managing a complex multi-user information technology system. * Highly Desired: Experience with Lean, Lean Six Sigma, Agile, Scrum, or similar process and project management methodologies is highly valued. Professional credentials such as PMP, CGCIO, CISM, CISSP, CISA, Certified ScrumMaster, or other related technology, project management, or cybersecurity certifications are also desirable. Experience in local government, telecommunications and/or municipal fiber is also desirable. Substitution of Experience for Education: Additional qualifying experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to perform the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education. The equivalency of experience to education will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis based on the nature, scope, level and relevance of the applicant's experience. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate is an approachable, business-minded technology leader who combines broad technical expertise with executive-level judgment and the ability to translate technology into practical organizational solutions. The successful candidate will understand that credibility is built through listening, communication, consistency, responsiveness, and follow-through. This individual will develop trusted relationships with department directors and staff, understand their operational needs, and help translate business challenges into practical and sustainable technology solutions. The successful candidate will remain engaged with staff and major initiatives while maintaining a strategic, citywide perspective. The department has a strong culture and foundation. The next CIO will build upon this success by supporting employees, advancing key initiatives, and positioning the organization for the future. ## Description The City Council has set a clear vision for proactive, strategic leadership that ensures Culver City's continued success and livability: * Strengthen Long-Term Financial Sustainability * Invest in Public Infrastructure and Community Spaces * Deliver High-Quality Public Services * Enhance Housing and Homelessness Services * Promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion * Deepen Community Engagement The Department The Information Technology Department is comprised of 22 full-time employees across three divisions: Graphic Services, Public Safety Technology, and Systems & Network Infrastructure Support, and is supported by a FY 2026-27 budget of approximately $9.5 million. The mission of the department is to empower Culver City's residents, businesses, and visitors by delivering secure, reliable, and innovative technologies that align with the City's strategic vision to enhance services, safeguard information, support informed and data-driven decisions, and promote transparency through productive partnerships with all City departments. The department provides enterprise-wide services spanning network and cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, telecommunications, applications and system integrations, data analytics, end-user support, public safety technology, graphic services and manages the city's municipal fiber network. Working in close partnership with City departments, the team modernizes business processes, supports critical systems, improves the customer experience, and maintains the continuity and resilience of municipal operations. Recent accomplishments include strengthening collaboration across the team through regular all-hands meetings and cross-functional engagement, advancing a citywide technology strategy, launching multiple modernization initiatives, and building a cohesive, service-oriented culture. The next Chief Information Officer will have the opportunity to preserve this strong foundation while advancing innovation, employee development, accountability, and strategic technology investments across the organization., The Chief Information Officer is an executive-level position that serves as a member of the City Manager's executive management team and provides highly responsible professional, technical, and organizational leadership related to the City's information systems, technology infrastructure, digital services, and data needs. In consultation with the City Manager and executive leadership, the CIO aligns information technology resources with business processes, strategic priorities, operational requirements, and community service objectives. The CIO advises on significant technology matters and develops policy recommendations for consideration as appropriate. The CIO is both a strategic leader and a working department director. The successful candidate will be comfortable moving between long-range planning, executive advising, project oversight, staff leadership, budget administration, vendor and contract management, and the day-to-day realities of delivering innovative and reliable technology services. The position directs technical and nontechnical staff, oversees consultants and contractors, and provides leadership for the department's infrastructure, applications, public safety technology, cybersecurity, data, end-user support, graphic services functions and directs the city's municipal fiber network. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Developers are Building the Cities of the Future](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/536-developers-are-building-the-cities-of-the-future) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume)