Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

Stevens Institute of Technology

Hoboken, New Jersey

THE SEARCH

Stevens Institute of Technology (Stevens) seeks a driven, experienced and innovative information technology leader to serve as the next Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO). The next CIO will join Stevens at an exciting juncture, with continuous investments in the university’s technologies, specifically in the overall campus infrastructure, teaching and learning environment, facilities and research infrastructure. The next CIO will play a pivotal role in advancing Stevens' strategic goals and objectives, leveraging technology to enhance teaching, research, operational efficiency data-driven decision-making, and in helping drive innovation. Importantly, the CIO will be a champion and change agent to lead the use of artificial intelligence to improve efficiency and effectiveness throughout the enterprise.

Since the university's founding in 1870, technological innovation has been the hallmark of Stevens' educational and research programs. Stevens comprises three schools: the Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering and Science, the School of Business, and the School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. Across these schools, more than 8,400 undergraduate and graduate students collaborate with more than 500 faculty members and 850 staff members. The campus is a vibrant interdisciplinary, student-centric, entrepreneurial environment that advances the frontiers of science and leverages technology to confront global challenges. Stevens is home to two national research centers of excellence and joint research programs focused on critical industries such as artificial intelligence (AI); business and finance; energy and sustainability; health and medicine; quantum science and engineering; security; and urban and coastal resilience. 

The Division of Information Technology has reached new heights in the past few years with remarkable and transformative accomplishments, including the launch of a centralized Research Computing Services program to support Stevens’ research community; the implementation of the Computer Asset Standardization, Procurement and Replacement Program (CASPR); strengthened Enterprise Data and Analytics capabilities; creation of the Project Management Office; implementation of the state’s first Wi-Fi 6 at a higher education institution; completion of IT upgrades to classroom and collaboration spaces; implementation and deployment of Workday HCM, Workday Student and Workday Finance; establishment of a new identity and access management platform to improve user experience and enhance security; enhanced IT customer service experience; opening of a new extended reality lab; and increased communication and updates about IT activities university-wide.

With a deep commitment to excellence and integrity, the CIO will provide visionary leadership in information technology, ensuring Stevens remains agile, innovative and prepared for emerging technological opportunities and risks. This role requires a leader who has high aspirations and possesses a well-informed technology risk-taking approach while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration across the institution. Priorities include the establishment of the necessary AI and machine learning foundation; expanding the Workday ecosystem; continued IT upgrades of classroom and collaboration spaces; expanding Research Computing Services and the high-performance computing infrastructure; and in continuously staying abreast and evaluating the latest technologies to drive enhancements to our website, digital footprint and analytics that support the university’s reputation and enrollment goals. This position is an on-campus role, reporting to the president. The next CIO will oversee seven direct reports across five main offices within the Division of Information Technology:

• Client Experience and IT Strategy;
• Infrastructure Services;
• Enterprise Platform and Data Services;
• Client Support and Learning Technology Services; and
• Information Security Services.

TO APPLY

Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent in confidence via the Isaacson, Miller search page for the CIO. Electronic submission of materials is strongly encouraged.

Dan Rodas, Partner

Robin Dougherty, Managing Associate

Nicole Sancilio, Senior Search Coordinator

Isaacson, Miller

Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status.

Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes.