Vice President, Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

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Marymount seeks a Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (VP/CIO) to provide visionary, strategic, and operational leadership for the university's technology services. The VP/CIO reports to the President and leads the planning and execution of enterprise-wide IT initiatives that enhance the student experience, support innovative teaching and research, ensure cybersecurity and data privacy, and optimize administrative operations. The VP/CIO serves as a key member of the President's Cabinet, advising university leadership on emerging technology trends-such as artificial intelligence, digital learning ecosystems, cloud-first strategies, data governance, and sustainable IT practices-and aligning IT strategy with institutional priorities, including student success, affordability, and operational excellence. This role is accountable for designing, integrating, and supporting a modern, secure, and resilient digital infrastructure, including enterprise applications, instructional technologies, wired and wireless networks, telecommunications, on-premises and cloud-based computing, and help desk operations. Major Duties and Responsibilities Lead development and execution of a future-ready IT strategy that enables innovation, sustainability, and institutional effectiveness across all academic, administrative, and research areas. Champion a culture of continuous improvement, agility, digital equity, and user-centric service delivery throughout the Information Technology Services (ITS) organization. Evaluate and adopt transformative technologies , including artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, and automated business practices, to enhance learning, advising, research, and decision-making. Ensure robust cybersecurity governance, regulatory compliance (e.g., GLBA, FERPA, HIPAA, NIST 800-171), and proactive risk management, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of university data and systems. Provide leadership in data governance , institutional analytics, and business intelligence to enable data-informed and equitable decision-making at all levels of the institution. Direct the management and optimization of enterprise systems, including Workday for HR, finance, and student applications, Canvas as a learning management system, digital identity and access controls, and the Microsoft 365 application platform. Oversee the campus network and telecommunications infrastructure , including next-generation wireless deployments (e.g., Wi-Fi 6E/7), cloud-based communication systems, Internet of Things (IoT) integrations, and campus safety/security technologies (e.g., cameras, card readers, emergency notification systems). Support the university's mission by expanding digital access , online learning environments, and hybrid teaching tools to meet evolving student, faculty, and workforce development needs. Collab

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Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (VP/CIO) Marymount University stands at a pivotal moment in its 75-year history. Founded in 1950 by the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary, Marymount has grown from a small, regional women's college into a nationally recognized, globally connected Catholic university known for academic excellence, a commitment to service, and the preparation of its 4,300 students for success. Located in Arlington, Virginia-just minutes from downtown Washington, D.C.-Marymount was the first Catholic university and the first Hispanic-Serving Institution in the Commonwealth, proudly representing the region's diversity and vibrancy. Today, Marymount is a university on the rise. The institution recently earned dual national distinctions from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education and the American Council on Education-placing it among just 33 universities nationwide recognized for both research excellence and expanding access and opportunity. Marymount has also been named a Best National University and the top-ranked private institution in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report, and one of Forbes' 2026 America's Top Colleges-a testament to its growing reputation and transformative impact. As the University welcomes its largest and most diverse incoming class in history and launches Momentum: The Campaign for Marymount, a bold $50 million initiative to advance its mission and priorities, the institution is set for an exciting new chapter. With growing research efforts, innovative academic programs, and a track record of social mobility that transforms lives, Marymount offers an environment where purpose and progress intersect. This is a key moment to join a vibrant leadership team guiding a successful institution into its next chapter of growth, innovation, and service. At Marymount, you'll help shape a university that not only prepares students for success but also inspires them to Learn with Purpose .

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