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# CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER (IT DIRECTOR II)

- **Company:** State of Maryland
- **Location:** Crownsville, MD, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $113,157.0 - $132,586.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Cyber Security, Data Governance, Data Systems, Data Visualization, Information Technology Operations, Systems Integration, Enterprise Data Management, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=355248ca31b51486

## About the Role

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
Experience:
Six (6) years of professional experience in an information technology profession. At least two (2) years of the required experience must have involved direct management and supervision of technical IT staff (such as IT Programmers, Programmer Analysts, or IT Infrastructure Specialists) or managing such staff through subordinate supervisors.
Notes:

 * Candidates may substitute a Master's degree or Ph.D. in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of general information technology experience. (Note: Candidates must still possess the required supervisory/managerial IT experience.)

 * Candidates may substitute additional professional IT experience on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required Bachelor's degree

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

 * At least three (3) yrs of executive or senior management experience directing IT operations within a State of Maryland agency, local government entity, or public sector organization.

 * At least three (3) yrs of experience leading enterprise data governance, system integration, and analytics initiatives to support evidence-based decision-making.

 * At least two (2) years of experience in start-up environments, building out new infrastructure and processes for enterprise-wide IT needs.

## Description

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) provides executive leadership for the Department's information technology infrastructure, systems, and cybersecurity operations. The role ensures that technology infrastructure is secure, scalable, and accessible, while managing digital services, IT support, and enterprise software systems. The CIO ensures that technology operations align with agency goals to enhance service delivery, security, and digital equity across all divisions., * IT Strategy & Cybersecurity Oversight: Direct the agency's overarching technology strategy, including infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital services-to deliver secure, accessible, and resident-focused solutions aligned with State standards.

 * Data Governance & Analytics: Oversee enterprise data management, integration, and analytics systems while ensuring strict compliance with State and federal data privacy laws to drive evidence-based decision-making.
 * Interagency Coordination & Governance: Serve as the primary liaison to the Maryland Department of Information Technology (DoIT), DBM, and external partners to align technology systems, performance frameworks, and transparency initiatives.
 * Vendor Management & Contract Oversight: Manage relationships with technology vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure strict adherence to service level agreements (SLAs), security protocols, and contract deliverables.
 * Innovation & Team Leadership: Lead and supervise the agency's IT and data personnel while evaluating and deploying emerging technologies, performance visualization tools, and modernized digital practices.