Chief Information Officer in Toronto, ON

Chief Information Officer Job Description

Chief Information Officers in Canada are focused on planning, organizing, and directing an organization’s information technology goals. They apply strong strategic planning, communication, and analytic skills in implementing computer systems and ensure the effective, efficient, and secure operation of all automated data processing systems. Chief Information Officers must collaborate effectively with other senior managers in defining, articulating, and championing the firm’s IT requirements. A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related area is expected, and a master’s degree is often required by employers. Chief Information Officers typically have at least seven years of managerial experience in all phases of computer operations, though larger firms may require more.

Typical chief information officer duties:

Overseeing the maintenance of efficient, reliable computer service; support training; and innovation of all technology systems throughout the organization — all within budget.

Developing, motivating, and directing the firm’s IT staff and computer systems to uphold company, client, and employee information security.

Working closely with other senior management to coordinate and enforce data systems policies and procedures.

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Salary for Chief Information Officer in Toronto, ON

213033 - 309510

Low

213033

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.

Mid

261011

The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferrable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.

High

309510

The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.

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188522

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138980

168445

202603

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140284

171834

210686

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Starting compensation—pay for someone new to a role—can vary significantly based on a candidate’s skills, experience and certifications, as well as other factors including industry, company size and revenue, and demand for the role. To reflect this variability, we report our salary data in three levels: low, mid and high.