Chief Information Officer
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Chief Information Officer

Mesirow Financial | Chicago, Illinois | Posted: January 26, 2013

JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Plan, direct, lead and manage all Info Systems, Technology and Communications (voice and data) services for all business entities
  • Ensure that all IS/IT infrastructures and initiatives are aligned with the Group and business units' strategic plans, and are technically sound and cost effective
  • Develop governance framework to a degree that will assure Executives and Directors that all modern IT diligence standards are adhered to
  • When appropriate, develop and implement a strategic information plan for the Group and/or its individual business entities, including constituent technology plans, to meet business objectives.
  • Consult with internal business unit management and staff to anticipate current and future information systems and technology requirements
  • Develop & Ensure the integrity of all data security, business continuity and disaster recovery plans
  • Responsible for buy vs. build assessment, RFI and RFP processes and evaluations

    • Additional Info

  • Bachelor's degree within a technology related discipline or equivalent, combined with a min. of 15 years of technology leadership experience, preferably obtained within a financial services environment
  • Experience managing a budget in excess of $50m; and a staff of approx. 100 direct and indirect reports
  • Excellent follow-up and follow-through skills.
  • A desire to critically evaluate processes and to be creative in thinking about ways to improve them
  • Willingness to challenge the status quo
  • Proven track record of successfully leading IT department transformations
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be client focused and highly organized
  • Self-motivated and enthusiastic,strong work ethic
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and technical aptitude
  • Works well in a fast-paced environment, while being able to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines
  • Team player with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills required. Must also be able to work well independently

    • Job Details

    Salary$150,001-$200,000
    LocationChicago, Illinois
    ContactDavid Egan
    Emaildegan@mesirowfinancial.com
    Websitehttp://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MESIROWFINANCIAL&cws=1&rid=923&source=AdvancedTrading
    CategoriesData Center/IT Infrastructure/Networking, Operations, Risk Management, Security (Information & Data Security),

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