GD Ordnance and Tactical Systems
Location
Saint Petersburg, FL | United States
Job description
Responsibilities for this Position
Chief Technology Officer US-FL-St Petersburg
Job ID: 2024-30542
Type: Full Time
# of Openings: 1
St Petersburg, FL
Overview The Chief Technology Officers role is to align technology vision with business strategy by integrating company processes with the appropriate technologies. The Chief Technology Officer is also responsible for all aspects of developing and implementing innovative technology initiatives within the organization. The incumbent provides oversight of existing enterprise systems, while providing guidance related to all technology-related issues in support of information security principles, operations efficiency, and core company values.
Responsibilities - Has ultimate responsibility for the organization's technology strategy (ie. o rganizations systems architecture, telecommunications, networks, media, on-premises and cloud computing environments) and will serve as a key member of the Senior IT Leadership team.
- Develops short- and long-term technology strategies meant to assist the organization in meeting business objectives.
- Collaborate with the appropriate departments to develop and maintain technology plans and related budgets that support organizational needs.
- Develop and communicate business/technology alignment plans to executive team, staff, partners, customers, and stakeholders.
- Define and communicate corporate procedures, policies, and standards for the organization for acquiring, implementing, and operating new network systems, equipment, software, and other technologies.
- Conduct research to remain up-to-date and knowledgeable regarding industry trends and emerging technologies in anticipation of new business processes and system alterations.
- Establishes and enforces standards relating to the availability, reliability, scalability, and security of purchased or internally built technology solutions.
- Stays informed of emerging technologies and evaluates their value to the organization.
- Works with product management/development teams to define long-term roadmaps for technical products or product lines.
Impact of the role
- Consistent exercise of discretion and judgment
- Has primary accountability for the performance of a function within an SBU
- Develops and executes GD-OTS and SBU strategy
- Influences the allocation of resources across multiple SBU functions
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related discipline; or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience required
- Master's degree is preferred
- 10-12 years of relevant experience
- 5 or more years experience working in Defense Industry preferred
- Extensive knowledge of data processing, hardware platforms, enterprise software applications, including cloud computing and services.
- Proven experience as the head of IT or similar executive role.
- Excellent knowledge of technology environments, ie. telecommunications, networks, programming, data processing, hardware platforms, and enterprise software applications.
- Ability to develop and mentor others. Leadership skills.
- Ability to drive strategic direction. Oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships. Ability to influence others.
- Strategic thinking skills. Technical skills. Computer skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Travel less than 25%.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employees at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
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