Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Job Description

At Roush, we fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense, and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage.  We want motivated, ambitious people who put the needs of our customers first, bring creativity to their work and will do whatever it takes to achieve success.  If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.  

At Roush, we work alongside the best and brightest to do incredibly cool things you wouldn’t believe. At Roush, you are part of building the future.    

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Roush will be responsible for overseeing the company's information technology strategy and ensuring that all systems necessary to support its operations and objectives are in place. The CIO will lead the IT department in planning, implementing, and managing the technology infrastructure and services that support the company's business goals. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong focus on building relationships and a passion for advancing Roush’s technology vision. This is a full-time, onsite position based in Livonia, MI.
                               
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the IT strategy to align with the company's business objectives.


• Oversee the management of IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, networks, and data centers.


• Ensure the security of the company's IT systems and data, implementing robust cybersecurity measures.


• Lead the IT team in the design, development, and deployment of new applications and systems.


• Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers.


• Collaborate with other departments to identify and address their technological needs.


• Monitor and evaluate emerging technologies to determine their potential impact on the company.


• Develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions.


• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.


• Provide leadership and guidance to the IT team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.


• U.S. Citizen allowing for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliance.


• Minimum 15 years proven experience as a CIO or in a similar senior IT leadership role.


• Experience with cybersecurity and data protection.


• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, systems, and applications.


• Excellent leadership and management skills.


• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of ERP systems and CRM platforms.


• Familiarity with cloud computing and virtualization technologies.


• Master's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.


• Experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry.

To apply, please visit the Roush careers page by clicking on this link: https://jobs.roush.com/us/en

Our full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and paid holidays.