Assistant Chief Info Officer-Exec Mgt at MSU Careers Details

Position SummaryThe Assistant Chief Information Officer (ACIO) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for Michigan State Universitys information technology services ensuring alignment with academic administrative and research priorities. The ACIO supports the CIO in developing and executing the IT strategic plan managing enterprise systems and fostering a culture of innovation security and service excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & IT GovernanceAssist the CIO in developing and executing the IT strategic plan prioritizing stewardship & sustainability by utilizing lean business practices and ensuring alignment with institutional goals.Oversee IT governance frameworks ensuring transparent decision-making and stakeholder engagement.Represent IT in institutional committees collaborating with academic research and administrative leaders.Operational & Service ExcellenceLead ITs operational excellence program ensuring reliable and efficient service delivery.Oversee the Federated IT program IT Finance IT Workforce & Talent Management IT Portfolio & Project Management and Enterprise Architecture as well as metrics and key performance indicators.Lead IT service management (ITSM) improvements to enhance efficiency resilience and user satisfaction.Ensure business continuity disaster recovery and cybersecurity policies meet institutional and regulatory requirements.Technology Innovation & Digital TransformationIdentify and implement emerging technologies that enhance teaching learning research and administrative functions.Oversee the technology leadership with IT Executive Directors for all services across the organization including but not limited to: digital transformation initiatives that improve information technology experiences information security cloud computing enterprise data management and modernization efforts.Financial & Resource ManagementAssist in IT budget planning ensuring cost-effective investments in technology and services.Oversee IT procurement vendor management and contract negotiations to maximize value.Optimize resource allocation across IT functions to align with institutional priorities.Leadership Talent Development & DiversityManage and mentor IT leadership teams fostering professional growth and succession planning.Promote a culture of diversity equity and inclusion within IT.Implement staff training and development programs to ensure a skilled and adaptable workforce.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship age disability or protected veteran status.Required DegreeMasters -Information Technology Computer Science Business Administration or a related fieldMinimum RequirementsMinimum 10 years of progressive IT leadership experienceLeadership: Demonstrated experience managing IT teams budgets and strategic initiatives.Technical Expertise: Broad knowledge of enterprise IT systems cybersecurity cloud computing ITSM and digital transformation.Collaboration: Strong ability to engage with faculty researchers administrators and external partners.Communication: Excellent verbal written and presentation skills.Desired QualificationsHigher Education Experience: Understanding of the unique IT needs in academic research and administrative environments.Certifications: ITIL PMP CISSP or other relevant professional certifications.Experience with Research Cyberinfrastructure: Supporting high-performance computing and data-intensive research initiatives.Required Application MaterialsCV and 3 letters of reference knowledgeable of your workReview of Applications Begins On06/23/2025Remote Work StatementMSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.WebsiteDepartment StatementMSU Information Technology provides the primary leadership for strategic financial and policy initiatives affecting information technology (IT) across MSU. MSU IT offers technology resources that support MSUs mission of providing education conducting research and advancing engagement.MSU StatementMichigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.Required Experience:Chief Key Skills Office Manager Experience,Time Management,Microsoft Office,Google Docs,Adobe Acrobat,Microsoft Outlook,Microsoft Word,QuickBooks,Personal Assistant Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Administrative Experience,Google Suite Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1