Empire State University
Chief Information Officer and Vice President for Integrated Technologies
Empire State University, Clifton Park, New York, United States
Chief Information Officer and Vice President for Integrated Technologies
Job Description:
THE OPPORTUNITY Empire State University, SUNY's leading online institution and New York state's only public online university, has launched the search for a results-oriented, collaborative, and innovative Chief Information Officer and Vice President for Integrated Technologies (CIO and VP). SUNY Empire seeks an integrated technologies leader who will build on the strengths and unique brand identity of New York's first and only online public university in service to a diverse and growing student population. The CIO will enable technology-driven efficiency and innovation across the university, serve as a member of the President's cabinet, and partner in driving the strategic plan, Elevate ’28. The successful candidate will demonstrate a balance of technical expertise, outcome‑driven accountability, and leadership savvy. The CIO is charged with defining and implementing strategic initiatives that align with the institution's mission, vision, and strategic plan; must be knowledgeable about online teaching and learning and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. Collaboration and organizational effectiveness are key, as the CIO must articulate and implement a shared vision for integrated technology across the university.
Location:
Saratoga Springs, NY
Posted On:
Fri Oct 17 2025
Position Summary The CIO and VP leads Integrated Technologies Services (ITS), plans and manages the entire IT infrastructure to support the university’s mission, vision, and priorities. The role advocates for development and application of information technology to support teaching and learning, reinforces business process architecture, and delivers managerial success in a distributed environment. Leading a staff of approximately 60 and a current budget of $6.6 million, the CIO maintains high standards in project management, communications, and outcome assessment while fostering an environment of creativity, experimentation, and evaluation. The Office of Integrated Technologies includes academic technologies, administrative systems, hyperconverged networking, cybersecurity, project management, training, and user support. The CIO works closely with stakeholders across SUNY Empire, including Academic Affairs, Administration and Finance, Communications, and Enrollment Management and Marketing, and leads initiatives in administrative process automation and innovation to promote teaching, learning, scholarship, and research.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
At least eight (8) years of progressive information technology experience
At least five (5) years of leadership and/or management experience across functional teams in a complex organization
Demonstrated knowledge of AI systems and tools
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituencies and to build consensus among these groups
Demonstration of strong technical background commensurate with the ability to oversee a complex division at an online university
Effective communication skills that result in the ability to make technically complex concepts understandable
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree from an accredited college or university
Demonstrated success working in the education sector
Experience with multi‑site interconnected networked environments
Demonstrated success working in the public sector
Salary:
$225,000 - $245,000
SUNY Empire is committed to creating a multicultural, inclusive academic and work environment. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that having diverse faculty and staff is critical to academic excellence and prepares students to live and work in an increasingly global world. SUNY Empire provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (518) 587‑2100 ext. 2240 to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process.
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THE OPPORTUNITY Empire State University, SUNY's leading online institution and New York state's only public online university, has launched the search for a results-oriented, collaborative, and innovative Chief Information Officer and Vice President for Integrated Technologies (CIO and VP). SUNY Empire seeks an integrated technologies leader who will build on the strengths and unique brand identity of New York's first and only online public university in service to a diverse and growing student population. The CIO will enable technology-driven efficiency and innovation across the university, serve as a member of the President's cabinet, and partner in driving the strategic plan, Elevate ’28. The successful candidate will demonstrate a balance of technical expertise, outcome‑driven accountability, and leadership savvy. The CIO is charged with defining and implementing strategic initiatives that align with the institution's mission, vision, and strategic plan; must be knowledgeable about online teaching and learning and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. Collaboration and organizational effectiveness are key, as the CIO must articulate and implement a shared vision for integrated technology across the university.
Location:
Saratoga Springs, NY
Posted On:
Fri Oct 17 2025
Position Summary The CIO and VP leads Integrated Technologies Services (ITS), plans and manages the entire IT infrastructure to support the university’s mission, vision, and priorities. The role advocates for development and application of information technology to support teaching and learning, reinforces business process architecture, and delivers managerial success in a distributed environment. Leading a staff of approximately 60 and a current budget of $6.6 million, the CIO maintains high standards in project management, communications, and outcome assessment while fostering an environment of creativity, experimentation, and evaluation. The Office of Integrated Technologies includes academic technologies, administrative systems, hyperconverged networking, cybersecurity, project management, training, and user support. The CIO works closely with stakeholders across SUNY Empire, including Academic Affairs, Administration and Finance, Communications, and Enrollment Management and Marketing, and leads initiatives in administrative process automation and innovation to promote teaching, learning, scholarship, and research.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
At least eight (8) years of progressive information technology experience
At least five (5) years of leadership and/or management experience across functional teams in a complex organization
Demonstrated knowledge of AI systems and tools
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituencies and to build consensus among these groups
Demonstration of strong technical background commensurate with the ability to oversee a complex division at an online university
Effective communication skills that result in the ability to make technically complex concepts understandable
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree from an accredited college or university
Demonstrated success working in the education sector
Experience with multi‑site interconnected networked environments
Demonstrated success working in the public sector
Salary:
$225,000 - $245,000
SUNY Empire is committed to creating a multicultural, inclusive academic and work environment. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that having diverse faculty and staff is critical to academic excellence and prepares students to live and work in an increasingly global world. SUNY Empire provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (518) 587‑2100 ext. 2240 to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process.
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