CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER

About the job

Introduction

\r\nThis is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.\r\nAgency\r\nMission\r\nTo\r\nadvance social and economic mobility for all Marylanders by removing barriers,\r\ninvesting in inclusive opportunities, and aligning state resources to support\r\nhistorically underserved communities and businesses.\r\nThe Department of Social and Economic Mobility\r\n(DoSEM) offers a supportive public-service work environment with competitive\r\nstate government benefits, including flexible work schedules, telework/hybrid\r\nwork options, and opportunities for career growth, training, and advancement.\r\nAs a Maryland state employer, we also provide comprehensive health and\r\nretirement benefits, generous leave (including parental leave), and access to\r\nadditional employee programs, along with ample free parking at�our\r\nCrownsville, MD office. These benefits help support your professional\r\ndevelopment and work-life balance while serving our community.\r\n

GRADE

STD0024

LOCATION OF POSITION

100 Community Place\r\nCrownsville, MD 21032\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) provides executive leadership for the Department’s information technology infrastructure, systems, and cybersecurity operations. The role ensures that technology infrastructure is secure, scalable, and accessible, while managing digital services, IT support, and enterprise software systems. The CIO ensures that technology operations align with agency goals to enhance service delivery, security, and digital equity across all divisions.

POSITION DUTIES

This position's role includes the following duties, but are not limited to:\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n IT\r\n Strategy & Cybersecurity Oversight: Direct the agency’s\r\n overarching technology strategy, including infrastructure, cybersecurity, and\r\n digital services—to deliver secure, accessible, and resident-focused solutions\r\n aligned with State standards.�\r\n Data\r\n Governance & Analytics: Oversee enterprise data\r\n management, integration, and analytics systems while ensuring strict compliance\r\n with State and federal data privacy laws to drive evidence-based\r\n decision-making.\r\n Interagency\r\n Coordination & Governance: Serve as the\r\n primary liaison to the Maryland Department of Information Technology (DoIT),\r\n DBM, and external partners to align technology systems, performance frameworks,\r\n and transparency initiatives.�\r\n Vendor\r\n Management & Contract Oversight: Manage\r\n relationships with technology vendors, contractors, and service providers to\r\n ensure strict adherence to service level agreements (SLAs), security protocols,\r\n and contract deliverables.�\r\n Innovation\r\n & Team Leadership: Lead and supervise the agency's IT and data\r\n personnel while evaluating and deploying emerging technologies, performance\r\n visualization tools, and modernized digital practices.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nEducation:�\r\nA\r\nBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information\r\nTechnology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related\r\nfield.\r\n\r\n\r\nExperience:�\r\nSix\r\n(6) years of professional experience in an information technology profession. At\r\nleast two (2) years of the required experience must have involved direct\r\nmanagement and supervision of technical IT staff (such as IT Programmers,\r\nProgrammer Analysts, or IT Infrastructure Specialists) or managing such staff\r\nthrough subordinate supervisors.�\r\n\r\n\r\nNotes:�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Candidates\r\n may substitute a Master's degree or Ph.D. in\r\n Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited\r\n college or university may be substituted for the required Bachelor's degree and\r\n two (2) years of general information technology experience. (Note:\r\n Candidates must still possess the required supervisory/managerial IT\r\n experience.)�\r\n Candidates may substitute additional\r\n professional IT experience on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4)\r\n years of the required Bachelor's degree\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants�who possess the following preferred qualification(s).�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n At\r\n least three (3) yrs of executive or senior management experience directing IT\r\n operations within a State of Maryland agency, local government entity, or\r\n public sector organization.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n At\r\n least three (3) yrs of experience leading enterprise data governance, system\r\n integration, and analytics initiatives to support evidence-based\r\n decision-making.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n At\r\n least two (2) years of experience in start-up environments, building out new\r\n infrastructure and processes for enterprise-wide IT needs.\r\n\r\n\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online,\r\nyou may email the completed application, supplemental questionnaire, and other\r\nmaterials (if applicable) to the email address below before the filing\r\ndeadline.\r\n\r\n\r\nYou must include the following information on\r\nat least one of the pages you submit:�\r\n\r\n\r\n1. First and Last Name�\r\n2. Recruitment Number (located at the top of the\r\nbulletin)�\r\n3. The last four digits of your SS#�\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you have\r\nquestions or concerns regarding this recruitment, please email tiffany.watts1@maryland.gov� at the Department of Social and Economic\r\nMobility (DoSEM), Human Resources Office. Incomplete applications and/or\r\nresumes in lieu of an application will not be accepted. If you are having\r\ndifficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online\r\napplication system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management\r\n(DBM), Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov\r\n\r\n\r\nSponsorship Notice: The Maryland Department of Social and Economic Mobility (DoSEM) does not\r\nprovide H-1B Visa sponsorship at this time. In accordance with the Immigration\r\nReform and Control Act of 1986, all applicants must be legally authorized to\r\nwork in the United States. Selected candidates will be required to provide\r\ndocumentation of identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. upon hire.�\r\n\r\n\r\nAs an equal\r\nopportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and\r\npromoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. Bilingual\r\napplicants are encouraged to apply for all recruitments.�\r\n\r\n\r\nTTY Users: call via Maryland Relay�\r\n\r\n\r\nDoSEM values the experience gained by Veterans while\r\nserving our country and welcomes them to apply.�\r\n\r\n\r\nTo Apply: Please visit DoSEMJobAps to fill out an online\r\napplication.��DoSEM is an Equal Opportunity Employer\r\n