Hiring: Deputy CIO Company: UMass Chan Medical School Location: Westborough, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 14:11:45 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Agile, Digital Transformation, Embedded Systems, Medicaid, Microservices, Product Management, SaaS About the job Experience: •10 years of progressive technology leadership experience in health care, public sector consulting, or related environments. •15+ years of IT leadership experience, including at least 7 years in executive or senior management roles. •At least 7 years in executive or senior management roles. Required Skills: •Develop and execute a comprehensive, multi-year technology strategy and roadmap aligned with ForHealth Consulting and UMass Chan Medical School strategic plans. •Set the overall strategic direction of the technology plan in partnership with the AEVCSS and ForHealth Consulting Executive Vice Chancellor. •Ensure that all digital initiatives are integrated into enterprise strategic planning, resource allocation, and governance processes. •Conduct ongoing evaluation of the organizations technology capabilities and recommend enhancements, modernizations, and organizational adjustments. •Lead the Digital Solutions business unit with focus on Composable Architecture, overseeing the selection, integration, and orchestration of Software as a Service (SaaS) and Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) platforms to create a unified ecosystem – driving delivery of innovative, value-driven digital solutions for clients and internal stakeholders. •Direct the strategy for the enterprise integration platform – Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) – ensuring seamless data flow and interoperability between disparate back-office and client-facing systems. •Serve as a change agent, promoting automation, modernization, and adoption of contemporary digital tools across the organization. •Identify opportunities to digitize manual processes and introduce platforms that improve efficiency, scalability, and service quality. Qualifications: •Masters degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent work experience. •Comprehensive expertise in API-led connectivity, microservices, and modern integration patterns. •Proven experience managing build vs buy decisions and integrating complex COTS solutions into existing legacy workflows. •Minimum of 10 years of progressive technology leadership experience in health care, public sector consulting, or related environments. •Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, including public- and private-sector stakeholders. •Proven track record leading digital transformation initiatives in health care, public-sector environments, or regulated industries. •Demonstrated expertise in technology governance, IT operating models, and strategic planning for complex, matrixed organizations. •In-depth knowledge of Medicaid programs, public health systems, and health and human services operations. •The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws. Compensation: •$250,000 - $300,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!