Chief Information Officer (fractional) - Higher Education / EdTech

• Develop and implement a comprehensive IT vision and strategic roadmap aligned with institutional priorities and long-term academic goals.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives across academic and administrative functions, incorporating cloud solutions, advanced data analytics, AI applications, and emerging technologies.
• Lead a proactive cybersecurity strategy that safeguards institutional data and complies with FERPA, HIPAA, GDPR, GLBA, SOX, PCI/DSS, COPPA, CCPA/CPRA, NIST, LGPD and other applicable state and federal regulations.
• Drive enrollment growth and student engagement through effective use of CRM ecosystems integrated with digital marketing strategies.

This role enables educational institutions to modernize their technology infrastructure, enhance student engagement and enrollment, and ensure data security, ultimately improving educational outcomes and operational efficiency.

• 15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience exclusively within Higher Education and/or EdTech, with 10+ years at a private-for-profit, private-non-profit or public University.
• Proven experience in CIO, VP IT, or senior technology leadership roles.
• Strong experience with digital marketing technologies and strategies within Higher Education, including marketing automation, CRM-driven campaigns, and enrollment funnel optimization.
• Deep understanding of the student lifecycle, enrollment management, and academic operations.

Contractor model, remote work, salary in USD, day off for birthdays, benefits courses and/or certifications, opportunity to work with top-tier U.S. clients, entrepreneurial and multicultural team culture, work-life balance program with a 4-day work week (Monday to Thursday).