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Chief Information Officer jobs are open across healthcare, financial services, government, manufacturing, and technology, from VP-level to C-suite, with specializations in IT strategy, digital transformation, and cybersecurity governance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles67
Top stateNew York
Top employerSutter Health
Top cityNew York, NY
Work type59% Hybrid
Top industryEducation

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Administrative Assistant to Chief Information Officer - Payments
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Administrative Assistant to Chief Information Officer - Payments
U.S. Bank
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$25.77 - $34.33/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Chief Information Security Officer
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Chief Information Security Officer
University of Baltimore
Baltimore, Maryland
Corporate Training
Learning & Development
Technical Product & Program Management
$135k - $160k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in information technology
51-200

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Chief Information Security Officer
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Chief Information Security Officer
US Drug Enforcement Administration
Arlington, Virginia
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
$152k - $228k/yr
On-Site
Military encouraged

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Senior Advisor to the Chief Information Security Officer
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Senior Advisor to the Chief Information Security Officer
Division of Information Technology - NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Long Island City, New York
Business Development
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
$120k - $125k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in public administration

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Chief Information Security Officer
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Chief Information Security Officer
Transdev
Boston, Massachusetts
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Project & Program Management
$160k - $190k/yr
10,000+

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Chief Information Officer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Sutter Health2 open roles
Hartman Executive Advisors2 open roles
Optum1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in chief information officer jobs.

  • 10 or more years of progressive IT leadership experience, including at least five years in a senior role
  • Demonstrated ability to build and execute enterprise-wide IT strategy aligned to business objectives
  • Experience managing multimillion-dollar technology budgets and vendor contracts
  • Proficiency overseeing cybersecurity programs, risk management frameworks, and compliance requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field, with an MBA or advanced degree often preferred
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, ITIL, or PMP

Tips for Your Chief Information Officer Job Search

Quantify IT transformation outcomes on your resume

Chief information officer recruiters want dollar figures and percentages tied to initiatives you led, not just project names. Replace phrases like 'modernized infrastructure' with the cost savings, uptime improvements, or revenue-enabling capabilities your decisions produced.

Align your resume to each org's maturity stage

A legacy enterprise hiring a CIO to consolidate systems needs a different pitch than a growth-stage company building its stack from scratch. Read the job description carefully and lead with the experience that matches where that organization actually is.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists chief information officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Get board-level communication on paper

Many CIO postings explicitly require experience presenting to boards or executive committees. If you have it, dedicate a bullet point to it. Hiring committees for this role often include board members who want proof you can speak their language.

Prepare a 90-day plan before your final interview

Late-stage CIO interviews frequently end with a case-study or strategic-presentation round. Arrive with a concrete draft of what you'd assess and prioritize in your first 90 days, grounded in what you already know about the company's IT environment.

Negotiate scope alongside compensation

Before accepting an offer, clarify budget authority, headcount approval thresholds, and reporting lines. CIO roles vary widely in actual decision-making power, and misaligned expectations on scope derail executives faster than salary disputes do.

Chief Information Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most chief information officers?

The companies hiring the most chief information officers right now include Sutter Health, Hartman Executive Advisors, and Optum, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, financial institutions, and large government contractors tend to post the highest volume of CIO roles consistently.

How many chief information officer jobs are remote?

About 69% of chief information officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the executive nature of the role and expectations around on-site leadership. IT strategy, vendor management, and digital transformation advisory work tend to be the functions most compatible with remote or hybrid arrangements.

How do you become a chief information officer?

Most chief information officers start in technical roles such as systems administration, software engineering, or network architecture, then move into IT management and director-level positions over time. Building cross-functional leadership experience, owning a major infrastructure or transformation initiative, developing board-level communication skills, and earning credentials like an MBA or CISSP all accelerate the path to a CIO seat.

Can you get hired as a chief information officer without prior CIO experience?

Yes, many organizations hire first-time chief information officers from VP of IT, Director of Technology, or Deputy CIO roles when the candidate has led enterprise-scale initiatives and managed large teams. Smaller organizations and mission-driven nonprofits are especially open to promoting experienced IT leaders into the CIO title for the first time, provided you can demonstrate strategic and financial accountability.

What does the chief information officer interview process look like?

CIO interviews typically run across several rounds and involve a broader set of stakeholders than most executive searches. Expect an initial screen with HR or a search firm, followed by deep-dive conversations with the CEO or COO, a panel with business unit leaders, and often a final presentation to the executive team or board covering your strategic vision and priorities for the role.

Where can I find and apply to chief information officer jobs?

You can find and apply to chief information officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and goals, and apply directly to each listing that fits.

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