Vice President, Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Kent, OH 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Information Technology 🗓️ March 8th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

Kent State University is hiring a Vice President, Information Technology and Chief Information Officer. This executive role requires leading the university's Division of Information Technology, advocating for technology initiatives, serving on the President's cabinet, and collaborating closely with senior university leadership to develop and execute IT strategic plans.

Highlights

Lead and manage the Division of Information Technology and the university's IT governance, including the CIO council.
Evaluate and oversee core IT systems such as cloud computing, ERP, security, and enterprise applications.
Develop long-term IT strategy and investment plans aligned with university priorities.
Serve as a key member of the President's cabinet and collaborate with Senior Vice Presidents in Finance, Administration, and Academic Affairs.
Provide leadership in education technology, service management, systems development, and IT infrastructure.
Monitor applicable federal, state, and local laws related to technology and compliance.
Partner on university Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) initiatives and technology partnerships regionally and locally.
Oversee academic computing services including distance learning and multimedia operations.
Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree and eight years of progressive IT leadership experience in large organizations.
Preferred qualification: Master's degree; expertise in emerging technologies such as AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, immersive tech, and data analytics.