The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA), Arizona Strategic Enterprise Technology (ASET) Division, is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as Deputy State CIO. In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in shaping the future of technology for Arizona. You will collaborate in developing a comprehensive statewide IT vision, lead the implementation of innovative strategies, and oversee critical teams and resources.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a proven track record of success in aligning IT initiatives with business objectives. You will be responsible for managing budgets, vendor relationships, and stakeholder communications, ensuring that technology investments deliver maximum value and support the state's goals. If you are a highly motivated leader with exceptional communication and planning skills, and a passion for leveraging technology to drive progress, we encourage you to apply.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
IT Strategy Development & Execution
- Assist the CIO in developing statewide and the organization's IT vision, strategy, and roadmaps
- Collaborate with various departments to align IT initiatives with business goals
- Help prioritize IT statewide and organizational initiatives to ensure optimal use of resources and support strategic business initiatives
Management
- Lead and oversee IT initiatives, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
- Lead cross-functional teams to define project requirements, timelines, and resources
- Oversee the collection of Enterprise Disaster recovery plans from +120 agencies, boards and commissions on an annual basis to include plans for IT systems recovery
Cybersecurity & Risk Management
- Support the CIO and Operational Executives in overseeing risk assessments and implement necessary controls to mitigate IT-related risks
- Partner with the Department of Homeland Security Cyber Command to ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks and regulations
Team Leadership & Development
- Manage and mentor teams,and individual staff as required
- Lead recruitment, training, and development of IT talent within the organization
- Foster a collaborative and innovative working environment within the division
Budgeting, Financial & Vendor Management
- Manage and monitor the division's budget to align spending with business strategy and ensure cost-efficiency
Stakeholder Communication and Collaboration
- Oversee communication between the division and other business units to ensure clear communication and alignment
Ideal candidates will have:
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management capacity
- Knowledge of Lean Management, Six Sigma, or related certifications is highly desirable
- Familiarity with project management principles and practices
- Background and reference check, including state and federal criminal records fingerprint check
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
- Sick leave
- Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
- Health and dental insurance
- Retirement plan
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page