Executive Leadership Job Descriptions

The latest comprehensive executive leadership job descriptions.

Chief Information Officer

Oversees the operations of the information technology (IT) department. Develops and maintains IT policies and standards. Evaluates, develops and implements an IT strategy that aligns with business priorities. Ensures compliance and security. Usually reports to CEO. Manages others. Requires a bachelor’s degree in area of specialty and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.

Chief Information Security Officer

Acts as the authority for enterprise security standards and policies. Develops information security standards and has ultimate responsibility for the security and functionality of information systems. Relies on extensive knowledge and professional discretion to achieve goals. Usually reports to senior management. Significant ingenuity and flexibility is expected. Requires a bachelor’s degree with at least 12 years of experience in the field.

Chief Technology Officer

Chief Technology Officer is responsible for all executive decisions regarding the technology and technological resources of a company. Responsible for developing policies and procedures concerning all technology. Work to incorporate the right technology to enhance products and services that focus on external customers. Requirements include in-depth understanding of the industry, excellent leadership and management skills, verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to think “big picture.”

Vice President of Information Technology

Responsible for leading, executing and realizing the company’s IT vision and strategy. Assesses IT applications to determine their ability to yield optimal business results. Builds strong relationships across departments. Maintains overall responsibility for management of e-commerce platforms. Requires 10+ years prior experience in successfully managing web programs and IT teams.

Director of Engineering

Responsible for planning, growth and staffing of engineering department. Provides guidance on engineering projects. Writes and reviews proposals, final reports, and technical papers. Manages the execution of product development projects. Prepares and presents reports of engineering projects to management and/or customers. Usually reports to senior management. Manages a team. Requires a bachelor’s degree in area of specialty and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.

Vice President of Engineering

Oversees engineering and product execution operations. Communicates and ensures that all safety guidelines and standards are followed. Ensures products meet safety and performance regulatory requirements. Creates long-term objectives and standards of performance for the department. Usually reports to senior management. Manages a team. Requires a bachelor’s degree in area of specialty and a minimum of 10 years.

Information Security Vice President

Responsible for specific information security functions and the goals, budgets, team, policies and procedures within a security department. Manages direct reports to accomplish security initiatives. Reports to CISO, CIO and/or board of directors. Promotes information security initiatives and awareness. Requires a bachelor’s degree, security certifications, leadership experience and at least 10 years of information security experience.