Job Description

We are conducting an executive search for a Chief Information Officer (CIO) on behalf of one of the most prominent private companies in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area.

The CIO will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for driving the company’s technology vision, strategy, and execution. This leader will oversee enterprise-wide IT operations, lead digital transformation initiatives, and ensure that technology investments support growth, efficiency, and competitive advantage. The role also includes ownership of cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory compliance, while fostering a culture of innovation and accountability across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

IT Strategy and Leadership

• Develop and implement the company's IT strategy in alignment with business goals, and our long-term strategic vision for growth.
• Oversee the management of IT infrastructure, applications, and services, including our continued advancement toward a more cloud-based platform.
• Lead enterprise-wide ERP implementation spanning core business functions across all locations and corporate operations.
• Champion our digital transformation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and customer experience.
• Ensure the security and integrity of the company's data and IT systems with a focus on creating robust and resilient systems, minimizing production downtime.
• Manage technology investments and budget ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Collaborate with other executives to identify and implement technology solutions that support business objectives.
• Lead and mentor the IT team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies and assess their potential impact on the company.

Data Privacy and Compliance

• Establish and maintain data privacy policies and procedures in compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Monitor and assess data privacy risks, implementing measures to mitigate potential threats.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for data protection authorities and manage data breach incidents.

Information Security

• Develop and enforce information security policies and protocols to protect the organization's data assets.
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify and address potential risks.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure security measures are integrated into all business processes.
• Identify and evaluate IT and data privacy risks, developing strategies to manage and mitigate them.
• Ensure business continuity and disaster recovery plans are in place and regularly tested.
• Stay informed about emerging threats and industry best practices to continuously improve the organization's risk posture.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Communicate IT and data privacy strategies, policies, and risks to senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and other departments to ensure alignment on data privacy and security matters.
• Foster a culture of data protection awareness and compliance throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (advanced degree in one of these fields preferred).
• Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role, leading large scale change initiatives, enterprise-wide ERP implementations, and digital transformation programs.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strategic Thinking
• Leadership and Team Development
• Communication and Influence
• Technical Expertise
• Regulatory Knowledge

Other:

This description of the position outlines the general nature of the role and is intended as a reasonable representation of the activities involved. All qualified candidates will be considered, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

While we sincerely appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Retail, and Wholesale

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