Deputy Chief Information Officer (DOT Executive VIII) - Maryland Department of Transportation : Job Details

OPEN RECRUITMENT

Executive Service Position

(This position serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.)

If you have ever taken a flight from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport; renewed your Marylanddriver's license; traveled to an Orioles game on the Light Rail; embarked on a cruise from the Port of Baltimore; received roadside assistance from CHART Emergency Patrol; reduced your commute time by using one of Maryland's toll roads; or applied for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certification, then you have experienced some of the superb services provided by the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT).MDOT has various careers for people of all experiences, backgrounds, and abilities who come together to contribute to one mission—connecting our customers to life's opportunities. Join us in serving our Maryland residents, visitors, and businesses!The Maryland Department of Transportation, The Secretary's Office (MDOT TSO), seeks a visionary and customer-focused technology executive to filltheDeputyChief Information Officer (DOT Executive VIII)role. The Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO) plays a critical leadership role in advancing MDOT's enterprise IT strategy through effective oversight of technical operations and services. This highly technical leadership position is focused on guiding and managing core technical domains, including infrastructure, applications, networks, systems, GIS/Data, and other enterprise services from both administrative and technical standpoints.The Deputy CIO is directly responsible for overseeing the technical operations of all IT services across MDOT, including critical functions such as application development and support, network infrastructure, operating systems, IT administration, and enterprise data services. In addition, the Deputy CIO manages the IT services provided to and from the Office of the Secretary of Transportation (TSO), ensuring strategic alignment, seamless integration, and service continuity across the entire organization.In this dynamic role, you will:

• Supervise and collaborate closely with technical IT teams and business leaders to develop and implement both short- and long-term technology strategies that support innovation and operational excellence across MDOT.
• Leads enterprise-level initiatives and large-scale IT projects, incorporating innovative and proactive solutions to address complex business challenges and advance MDOT's strategic goals.
• Responsibility for ensuring the resilience and stability of MDOT's enterprise IT environment, including applications, systems, LAN/WAN infrastructure, fiber networks, GIS/data platforms, and storage systems.
• Ensures that all IT operations are aligned with MDOT's cybersecurity framework and enterprise risk management practices.
• Drive change management and operational readiness for strategic IT transformations, including the establishment and execution ofconsistent methodologies for organizational change, IT operations, and service improvement plans.
• Supervise teams managing the full scope of MDOT's IT business functions across all locations, providing leadership in project management, problem-solving, customer service, and value creation.

The position also champions enterprise data access, management, and resource sharing, supporting initiatives such as the Chief Data Officer's strategy and broader data-driven innovation efforts.

The current vacancy exists at MDOT TSO in the Office of Transportation Technology Services (OTTS), which is located in Hanover, MD. (Anne Arundel County).

This position may allow a hybrid work schedule, including telework and on-site work hours.MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here:MDOT Benefits

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a closely related field.

Experience:

Ten (10)years of leadership experience in enterprise IT in complex, hybrid governance environments, managing infrastructure, applications, networks, and data services.

Five (5) years must include large-scale IT projects, operational resilience, cybersecurity alignment, risk frameworks, and change management.

*Experience in government or regulated industries preferred.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science or related disciplines
• Proven commitment to inclusive, service-oriented technology.
• Experience leading digital transformation in complex, federated, or public-sector organizations.
• Strong leadership skills with a record of building and leading teams.
• Ability to align technology with business goals, customer-centric.
• Experience with budget management, resource allocation, and vendor management.
• Strong background in cybersecurity and regulatory compliance.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
• At least two (2) years of experience working in the Federal or State Government.

Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position for which you are applying.If you have held more than one position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position.

Note: U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as defined under the Minimum Qualifications may be substituted for the required education and experience on a year-for-year basis.None

TO APPLY: You must complete an MDOT employment application (DTS-1) online to be considered for this recruitment. RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE MDOT EMPLOYMENTAPPLICATION.Nopaper applications will be accepted.

The application must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly describe the required work experience. Dates (month and year) must be stated. Vague descriptions of experience will not be considered. Please include all relevant experience on your application. Description of duties that state, see resume will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted.

Selected candidates may be subject to background and reference checks.

You may apply online at. Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. on 08/14/2025.

Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please notify in advance. MD Relay Service Number (711). Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

The Maryland Department of Transportation is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees; all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ()or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ().

The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. MDOT does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Issue date: 07/31/2025The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to evaluate your experience and education further to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described in detail in the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included in the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete, and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.#J-18808-Ljbffr