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Vice President of Information Technology in Chicago, IL

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 requirementsAdvocating for the organization’s IT vision via regular communications with the organization’s executives, division and department heads, and end usersDirecting 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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Salary for Vice President of Information Technology in Chicago, IL
201875 - 284063
Low
201875
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
243125
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
284063
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
Projected salaries for related positions Job title Low Mid High Chief Information Officer 276875 314688 385000 Chief Information Security Officer 239375 275938 347813 Chief Technology Officer 236875 274063 344688 Vice President of Digital Transformation 195000 235000 275000 IT Director 168750 206250 246563

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