Chief Information Officer - Hyatt - Fennell

Walsh University ( a private, Catholic, liberal arts, and sciences university, invites applications for the position of Chief Information Officer (CIO). Reporting to the Vice President for Finance/CFO the CIO serves as a collaborative leader, reporting directly to the Vice President for Finance/CFO. This role guides the institution’s digital transformation, driving innovation across all aspects of information technology. The CIO partners with academic and administrative leaders across campus to align technology initiatives with institutional goals, ensuring that IT systems, infrastructure, and data‑driven solutions strengthen teaching, learning, and operations. Through forward‑thinking leadership and collaborative planning, the CIO champions a campus environment where technology empowers excellence, supports discovery, and advances the mission of the University.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Execution

• Oversee the IT and computer systems that support enterprise goals.
• Manage IT staff and develop department goals.
• Plan, deploy, and maintain IT systems and operations.
• Manage the organization’s software development needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor readiness of security, emergency response, and back‑up plans.
• Oversee relationships with vendors, contractors, service providers, and other colleges/universities.
• Coordinate the integration of multiple technologies and systems across the organization.

Planning

• Develop and oversee the IT budget and resources.
• Develop IT policies, procedures, and best practices, including oversight of data security and cyber‑exposure of the University.
• Stay updated on IT trends and emerging technologies.
• Ensure IT strategies and processes support organization‑wide goals.
• Plan IT capital projects ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic goals and programmatic requirements.
• Provide recommendations on prudent investments in technology and infrastructure.

Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Must understand and support the Mission, Vision and Code of Ethical Conduct of Walsh University, as a Catholic higher education university as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae, and possess the following:

• Proven leadership experience in applying computing and information technologies in support of administrative and/or academic objectives.
• Demonstrated experience with computer and network security in a large organizational environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and strategic planning skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Experience in budget management and resource allocation.

Education

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field is required.

Key Applications and Software Experience

Demonstrated experience with or ability to rapidly learn the following systems and tools:

• Microsoft 365 Administration (including Admin Center and Security Center tools and apps for managing users, security, devices, compliance, and updates).
• Access Control Systems (for managing physical and digital entry, credentials, and security).
• Microsoft Office products (deep familiarity with Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams).
• Microsoft Active Directory (user account management, authentication, and directory services for both on‑premise and cloud environments).
• AD Manager (or comparable Active Directory management solutions for user provisioning, password resets, group management, and audits).
• Barracuda (security appliances and backup solutions, including email security, cloud backups, and threat protection).

Work Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in information technology.

Skills and Abilities

• Professional demeanor and ability to interact with charity towards students, staff and faculty. Positive attitude a must.

Walsh University, located in North Canton, Ohio and founded by the Brothers of Christian Instruction, is dedicated to educating its students to become leaders in service to others through a values‑based education with an international perspective in the Judeo‑Christian tradition. Walsh University believes in the desirability of a small university that promotes academic excellence, a diverse community and close student‑teacher interactions. The University provides its students a higher education that fosters critical thinking, effective communication, spiritual growth, and personal, professional and cultural development. Walsh University encourages individuals to act in accordance with reason guided by the example and teachings of Jesus Christ.

Walsh University is being assisted by Hyatt – Fennell, Executive Search . Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should be submitted via email to [email protected]. Applications include a letter of interest, a current résumé/cv, and contact information for five professional references, submitted in separate documents. The position will remain open until filled. All applications and nominations will be considered highly confidential.

Walsh University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.