Job ID: NY-CIO2 (90090527)
Govt CIO/CTO/IT Director with SAP HANA S/4, network security architecture, modeling, financial/accounting system, banking/brokerage/mortgage/housing/municipal bonds/insurance experience
Location: Brooklyn NY (NYS HCR)
Duration: Permanent on State Payroll (W2 salary negotiable)
QUALIFICATIONS:
➢ 15+ years’ experience in systems management, information technology or related fields with at least 5 of the years’ as a CIO/CTO/IT Director managing an information technology operational department including staff;
➢ Proven track record of expertise in a broad range of information technologies including large scale
information systems implementations with at least 1 major ERP implementation (preferably SAP HANA S/4), network security architecture and modelling, network operating systems, and
Internet structure and development;
➢ 5+ years’ work experience with financial and accounting systems, and a working knowledge in areas of banking, brokerage, mortgage finance, housing, municipal bonds and insurance is
preferred;
➢ Excellent analytical, technical, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
➢ Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science/Information Systems, Mathematics, Finance, Engineering or Science equivalent is preferred;
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• Exciting opportunity to be part of New York’s resurgence to greatness;
• Extensive benefits package including paid leave, excellent health, dental, vision and retirement benefits;
• Promotional opportunities for dedicated professionals.
Job summary:
The Chief Information Officer (CIO) has overall responsibility for directing, coordinating and planning all activities of the Information Technology Unit. The CIO has day-to-day responsibility for the coordination of information technology systems at HCR and liaising with New York State’s Office of Information Technology Services. The CIO will also manage and direct all aspects of information technology for HCR.
At the direction of the Chief Operating Officer:
➢ Manages and sets the vision of the IT department, which is comprised of the Applications
Development, Infrastructure, Information Security and Help Desk groups;
➢ Participates in the design and implementation of a federated suite of systems / tools / operational
supports that is modern, cost-effective, requires the lowest possible cost of ongoing operations and ownership, and aligns with the technology strategy of New York State’s Office of Information Technology Services; when practicable;
➢ Participates in the development and is responsible of the administration of HCR’s policies and
procedures governing HCR’s information technology and its information systems;
➢ Responsible for the introduction, application and integration of HCR technologies to enhance its
workflow, delivery of services, reporting capabilities, and improve productivity across HCR;
➢ Responsible for the development, maintenance and upgrading of HCR’s information security
systems, and the development, implementation and enforcement of policies and procedures protecting HCR’s information assets;
Job Opportunities at New York State Homes and Community Renewal
➢ Responsible for the interface of HCR’s Information Technology Unit with all other HCR
departments and units;
➢ Coordinates all activity with New York State’s Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) to
recommend HCR wide IT policy and manage governance process of projects executed on HCR’s
behalf through ITS
➢ Actively coordinates with HCR’s Project Management Office and Lean team
➢ Participates in yearly IT audits and prepares response reports
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES:
• Manages and directs the preparation of detailed work plans for staff resources and monitors work plans for progress, adjusting resources allocation and priorities as necessary;
• Sets appropriate priority for pending requests for IT services based upon the agency business strategies and input from IT stakeholders;
• Meets with IT program management and customers to determine technical needs, requirements, program priorities and implementation approaches;
• Manages and directs the preparation of project deliverables and the resolution of issues affecting various aspects of the project implementation plans;
• Plans and directs the research analysis, development and implementation of appropriate system development strategies and technologies to meet short-term and long-range agency needs;
• Determines strategies for system security, system architecture, and for disaster recovery and other methods to maintain continuity of business operations to executive management;
• Determines with business unit partners the optimal technology, design, development, implementation and quality assurance methods and project management solutions for each project;
• Directs the development and implementation of various IT systems ensuring compliance with security standards, methods and project schedules and other objectives and ensuring that appropriate resources are available to complete the project;
• Directs the development, implementation and evaluation of test plans and the administration of testing for quality assurance of new systems’ functionally (e.g., hardware and software);
• Monitors the status of all ongoing projects and provides guidance and direction to resolve any technical issues, problems or conflicts that may arise;
• Negotiates contracts for IT services with vendors and/or consultants and contractors;
• Sets policy, standards, and procedures for all areas of IT operation;
• Develops the IT budget in coordination with business unit partners, and the agency budget/finance office;
• Serves as a key member of the overall agency management team;
• Directs IT operations to adhere to overall agency’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives;
• Provides guidance and direction to executive staff concerning IT issues.
• Experience supporting a diverse IT department spanning a wide range of technologies, including cloud based systems/infrastructure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), remote access with Citrix/RSA, cybersecurity, malware, firewalls, disaster recovery (DR)/pandemic/penetration
Job Opportunities at New York State Homes and Community Renewal
testing, Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)/SAP, Java, .NET, Microsoft SQL Server, MS Windows, Linux, web technologies, MS Office, and ticketing systems.
• Proficient in communicating and presenting at all levels, including Executive, Board of Directors and Agency-wide, and preparation of materials utilizing MS Office/PowePoint/Excel/Word and Visio.