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Imprivata

Chief Information Officer

Waltham, MA · On-site

Job Summary The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is Imprivata's enterprise technology and digital transformation leader, responsible for translating business strategy into a secure, scalable, and ...

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Chief Information Officer

Waltham, MA · Hybrid

Job Summary The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is Imprivata's enterprise technology and digital transformation leader, responsible for translating business strategy into a secure, scalable, and ...

Vessel Advisors

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Irvine, CA · Hybrid

As a Fractional CFO, you will work closely with businesses of different sizes (primarily SMBs of $5 ... Serve as a trusted advisor, communicating complex financial information in an understandable manner ...

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Irvine, CA · On-site

As a Fractional CFO, you will work closely with businesses of different sizes (primarily SMBs of $5 ... Serve as a trusted advisor, communicating complex financial information in an understandable manner ...

Imprivata

Chief Information Officer

Waltham, MA · Hybrid

Job Summary The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is Imprivata's enterprise technology and digital transformation leader, responsible for translating business strategy into a secure, scalable, and ...

Saviance

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Boston, MA · On-site

BigRio is a remote-based technology consulting firm headquartered in Boston, MA, and they are seeking an on-site Chief Information Officer (CIO) for a Houston-based healthcare delivery services ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for fractional cio in the United States is $134,577.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,500.00 and $157,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Fractional CIO is a part-time or contract-based Chief Information Officer who provides strategic IT leadership to organizations that don't need or can't afford a full-time CIO. They help businesses optimize technology, align IT with business goals, and manage cybersecurity, infrastructure, and digital transformation. This role is ideal for startups, small-to-medium businesses, or companies undergoing transition that need executive-level IT expertise without the cost of a full-time executive.

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Fractional CIOs often join organizations with complex technology needs but limited resources, and they are expected to deliver results quickly in a part-time capacity. You may need to rapidly assess IT infrastructure, set clear priorities, and implement strategic changes while building trust with leadership teams who may be new to the fractional model. Balancing multiple clients simultaneously requires strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt strategies to different business cultures. This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy fast-paced environments, varied challenges, and making a significant impact in a flexible leadership position.

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To thrive as a Fractional CIO, you need extensive experience in IT strategy, digital transformation, and executive technology leadership, often supported by a degree in computer science or information systems and prior C-level experience. Familiarity with enterprise IT platforms, cybersecurity frameworks, cloud technologies, and certifications like CISSP or PMP are highly valued. Exceptional communication, adaptability, and strategic problem-solving skills enable effective collaboration with diverse executive teams and stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for driving technology initiatives and delivering tangible business value within the flexible, part-time framework of a fractional executive role.

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Chief Information Officer

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges

Davenport, IA • On-site

$122K - $159K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Chief Information Officer
Job Category
S17
Job Type
Administrative/Professional Staff
Supervisor's Title
Vice Chancellor of Administration/CFO
Location
District Office, Davenport (05)
Job Description
The Chief Information Officer provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for Eastern Iowa Community College's (EICC) information technology services, systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data governance, artificial intelligence initiatives, and digital transformation efforts. The Chief Information Officer is responsible for establishing the college's long-term technology vision, leading institutional technology governance, and ensuring that technology investments, policies, and services support EICC's mission, advance student success, strengthen operational effectiveness, and enable responsible innovation across the institution.
The Chief Information Officer reports to the Chief Financial Officer and serves as a member of the Chancellor's Senior Leadership Team. In this capacity, the Chief Information Officer contributes to institution-wide planning, policy development, risk management, resource allocation, operational modernization, and strategic decision-making to ensure alignment between technology priorities and institutional goals.
This position is on-site at the District office in Davenport, IA.
Excellent benefits package:
  • Administrative salaried staff receive Paid time off annually starting at 20 daysof vacation, 14 days sick, 2 days of personal time. In addition to paid holidays off, including a week in December.
  • Summer Fridays off - shift rotation for those positions that require daily coverage
  • Retirement plan with 9.44% employer contribution (IPERS or TIAA option), employees contribute 6.29%, plus additional retirement options
  • Health, vision, and dental coverage
  • Employer paid & voluntary Life insurance
  • Employer paid Long Term Disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents
  • Flexible Spending Account options
  • Professional development and education reimbursement benefits
  • State employee discounts for cell phones, hotels, museums, etc. Employee Assistance Program

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, information systems, business administration, public administration, educational leadership, or a related field.
  • Progressively responsible leadership experience in information technology, including experience managing information technology operations, staff, budgets, projects, vendors, and enterprise systems.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity, network and systems administration, cloud technologies, information technology governance, data management, technology service delivery, and responsible use of artificial intelligence in organizational settings.
  • Experience developing and implementing technology strategies, governance models, policies, standards, and procedures that align with organizational goals and improve business or educational outcomes.
  • Strong leadership, communication, project management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for senior administrators, board, faculty, staff, and student audiences.
  • Ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution, fiscal responsibility, risk management, and service quality.
  • Knowledge of technology trends affecting higher education, including cybersecurity threats, cloud services, digital learning, artificial intelligence, automation, analytics, accessibility, privacy, and student-facing technologies.
  • Ability to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams through complex institutional initiatives.
  • Commitment to student success, inclusive excellence, accessibility, continuous improvement, and responsible stewardship of public resources.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in information technology, business administration, public administration, higher education administration, or a related field.
  • Experience in a community college, higher education, public sector, or complex multi-site organization.
  • Knowledge of higher education systems, student information systems, enterprise resource planning systems, learning management systems, institutional reporting, and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Relevant professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Certified Information Security Manager, Project Management Professional, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Certified in the Governance of Enterprise Information Technology, or comparable credentials.
  • Experience leading technology modernization, cloud migration, cybersecurity maturity, data governance, artificial intelligence strategy, digital transformation, or enterprise system implementation initiatives.

Physical Demands
  • This job operates in a professional office environment.
  • This role routinely uses technology systems and equipment.
  • Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • The position will require travel.
  • Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support system implementations, maintenance windows, emergency response, board or leadership meetings, or other institutional needs.

Salary
Starting Range: $122,800/Year - $159,500/Year
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Planning - Develop, maintain, and communicate a comprehensive, multi-year information technology strategy and roadmap aligned with EICC's strategic plan, institutional priorities, student success goals, operational needs, and cybersecurity requirements.
  • Technology Forecasting and Innovation - Partner with leadership and other stakeholders to identify technology needs and provide appropriate technology solutions that improve teaching, learning, student support, service delivery and operational effectiveness. Identify emerging technologies and innovative opportunities to enhance core business and administrative processes. Lead the development and implementation of artificial intelligence strategies, including governance, acceptable-use standards, risk management and training.
  • IT Governance and Compliance - Ensure IT policies, procedures and standards are developed, maintained, and adhered to. Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements. Vigorously assess and mitigate IT security risk.
  • Budgeting and Financial Management - Develop and manage information technology budgets. Monitor expenditures and optimize the allocations of IT resources.
  • Vendor and Contract Management - Negotiate and manage contracts with IT vendors and service providers. Evaluate vendor performance and ensure delivery of services as per the agreements.
  • Team Leadership and Management - Foster a culture of service, accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement among the IT staff. Lead human capital planning for the information technology area, including staffing, recruitment, professional development, succession planning, and performance management.
  • Operational Management - Ensure the reliability, security, accessibility, and efficiency of EICC's IT infrastructure. Manage day-to-day operations, including network, systems and application support. Communicate IT strategies, project timelines and performance to senior leadership and other stakeholders. Lead cybersecurity disaster recovery, business continuity, incident response, and technology related risk management efforts.

Leadership and Strategic Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to the Chancellor, Chief Financial Officer, Senior Leadership Team, and other leaders on technology governance, information technology investments, cybersecurity, digital modernization, artificial intelligence, data strategy, and enterprise risk.
  • Represent EICC in technology-related partnerships, consortiums, vendor relationships, state, regional, or national initiatives, and community or peer institutional networks as appropriate.
  • Support and guide compliance with applicable federal, state, accreditation, privacy, accessibility, records retention, procurement, and data security requirements.
  • Advance equitable access to technology, digital learning resources, assistive technologies, and accessible user experiences.
  • Chair or support technology governance committees or workgroups that facilitate collaboration among academic, administrative, compliance, and operational stakeholders.
  • Lead change management efforts associated with major technology initiatives, through clear communication, stakeholder engagement, training, adoption support, policy awareness, and post-implementation assessment.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

EICC Non-Discrimination Statement
It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).
If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact EICC's Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801, 563-336-5222, equity@eicc.edu or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: 303-844-5695. FAX: 303-844-4303; TDD: 800-877-8339 or Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S233P
Number of Vacancies
1
Open Date
08/26/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
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