Vice President of Information Technology

Vice President of Information Technology Job Description

The vice president of IT provides strategic planning and leadership for developing, implementing and maintaining information technology initiatives across the organization. The position requires a proven track record in enterprise IT systems and web applications management, plus excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills. These professionals must foster innovation that creates a competitive advantage; enhances the customer experience; improves service quality; supports business development; and improves cost effectiveness, productivity and efficiency. Most companies require a master’s degree in computer science or information technology and 10 years’ experience managing and/or directing an IT operation, including experience in strategic planning and execution. Some companies require an MBA.

Typical vice president of information technology duties:

Managing the overall tactical operations of the IT department to ensure users’ needs are met and data is processed according to company requirements

Advocating for the organization’s IT vision via regular communications with the organization’s executives, division and department heads, and end users

Directing continuous improvement of the information systems staff, equipment, and procedures to maintain pace with technological progress, economic change and business needs

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EO/IR systems

Cloud Technologies

ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning

Upgrades

Microsoft Azure

Information Technology

QA Management

Workstatioin Support

Implement Strategies

Security

Salary for Vice President of Information Technology

158500 - 221000

25th percentile

158500

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

191500

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

221000

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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Position title

25th percentile

50th percentile

75th percentile

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204250

238750

290000

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

176500

213500

259000

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171250

207000

251250

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132000

161250

192000

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