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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Chief Information/Technology Officer - **Company:** Scion Staffing Inc. - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $293,000.0 - $325,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Business Software, Cyber Security, Computer Literacy, Data Governance, Data Systems, IT Management, Information Technology Operations, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, Data Management - **Published:** June 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/us/en/find-jobs-in-United-States/-ABCA73C8D289D6A616/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred, along with at least 5-10 years of experience in a senior executive role. * Substantial experience developing and executing enterprise-wide IT and digital strategies in complex, multi-site, or global organizations. * Demonstrated experience advising executive leadership on AI, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology. * Deep expertise in enterprise systems architecture, ERP oversight, data platforms, and global IT operations. * Proven experience leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives that improve organizational effectiveness. * Strong knowledge of data governance, data management, analytics, privacy, and information security best practices. * Experience translating organizational needs into scalable technical roadmaps and solutions. * Track record of supporting distributed, ideally international, teams with reliable and user-centered technology services. * Demonstrated success building and leading high-performing technology teams. * Experience managing IT budgets, multi-year planning, and performance metrics. * Proven leadership in cybersecurity risk management, compliance, and information security policy development. * Experience managing vendor relationships and strategic technology partnerships. * Good communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Experience in mission-driven or global nonprofit organizations strongly preferred. * Commitment to CI's mission and values and a passion for leveraging technology for global impact. ## Description Conservation International seeks an outstanding Chief Information and Technology Officer (CITO) to lead its global technology strategy and capabilities. The CITO will ensure AI, digital innovation, data systems, and IT infrastructure actively advance CI's mission, strengthening organizational effectiveness and accelerating conservation outcomes around the world. As a member of the leadership team, the CITO will serve as a trusted strategic partner to the executive team, guiding digital transformation and positioning CI at the forefront of technology-enabled conservation. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and partnering closely with leaders across the organization, the CITO will play a central role in enabling both program delivery and core operations. They will develop and drive a clear, pragmatic vision for AI and digital transformation, prioritize and steward investments in digital solutions, and implement best practices that support CI's work. The CITO will lead a team of 30+ professionals responsible for enterprise technology operations, computing architecture, business applications, cybersecurity, and day-to-day user support and training. The ideal candidate brings a strong commitment to people leadership, with the ability to inspire high performance, build trust, and strengthen a service-oriented, globally distributed function. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership * Vision: Develop and execute a global IT and digital strategy aligned with CI's mission and organizational priorities. * Advise the Executive Team on AI, emerging technologies, and digital innovation, identifying both opportunities and risks. * Serve as a thought leader on how technology and data can accelerate conservation outcomes worldwide. * Build and maintain strategic partnerships with technology providers and external partners. Technology, Systems & Innovation * Oversee enterprise systems architecture, data platforms, cybersecurity, and IT operations across CI's global offices. * Champion the use of AI, geospatial technologies, and digital tools to support conservation impact, ecosystem monitoring, and sustainable resource management. * Translate evolving organizational and programmatic needs into scalable technical solutions and implementation plans. Organizational Effectiveness & Digital Transformation * Lead the development and execution of a forward-looking digital roadmap that enhances collaboration and operational effectiveness. * Oversee ERP and other enterprise-wide system implementations and optimizations. * Ensure technology solutions support knowledge-sharing and collaboration across 30+ countries and diverse teams. * Promote digital literacy and organizational adoption of AI and new technologies. * Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing global IT team of 30+ professionals. * Foster a culture of performance, learning, flexibility, and continuous improvement. * Lead IT planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and performance measurement aligned with organizational goals. * Manage global IT project prioritization and governance. * Ensure the security, health, and resilience of all technology systems and infrastructure. * Strengthen data governance, data management, analytics, and data privacy practices across the organization. * Oversee compliance with internal controls, information security policies, and risk management protocols. * Improve systems for networking and information flow across the organization. ## Related Videos - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Your Manager Doesn’t Come with a User Manual (But You Can Totally Write One)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1495-your-manager-doesn-t-come-with-a-user-manual-but-you-can-totally-write-one) - [AI PowerPlay: Building High-Impact Teams & Transformative Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1005-ai-powerplay-building-high-impact-teams-transformative-solutions) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) ## Related Articles - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)