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Skills

Core Skills
Technology Expertise, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, IT Governance
Power Competencies
Stakeholder Management, Leadership, Decision-Making, Problem-Solving, Risk Management

Credentials

CGEIT, CITL., CISSP, CISM, CISA

Educational Providers

Public and private 2-year and 4-year colleges, universities Bootcamps & technical Centers Certification entities such as COMPTIA, Microsoft, Google, ITIL

Ohio Median Salary

$291,447

A CIO/CTO/VP IT/Director IT...

The CIO/CTO/VP IT/Director IT is a top-level executive responsible for overseeing an organization’s technology strategy and management. They align technology initiatives with business goals, manage IT budgets, and ensure the efficient and secure operation of technology systems. These roles can vary in their specific responsibilities depending on the organization’s size, industry, and technology needs. However, all of them have a significant impact on the organization’s technology direction, innovation, and operational effectiveness.

Alternative Titles

Chief Information Officer, Vice President of Technology, Head of Information Technology, Chief Product Officer

Qualifications

You should be: Leading an organization's IT department. Overseing the day-to-day IT operations, staff management, and technology projects. You will also play a critical role in ensuring that technology supports business objectives and operates efficiently. Have a master's degree, such as an MBA, or a hybrid degree coupling business management acumen with business technologies.