Chief Technology/Information Security Officer

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

$142K — $206K *
Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in healthcare technology, information systems, or computer science.
  • 8 years managing cyber security and IT environments.
  • 6 years of experience in a clinical facility.
  • 4 years in a leadership or senior role.
  • Familiarity with HIPAA compliance and healthcare industry regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the strategy and implementation of technology and security initiatives.
  • Manage and develop high-performing security and technology teams.
  • Direct compliance with NIST and HIPAA security standards.
  • Oversee the organization's risk management program and incident response initiatives.
  • Cultivate cross-departmental partnerships to enhance IT services.
  • Guide strategic IT innovation aligning with business goals.
  • Assist the CIO in governance and policy development.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions and matching.
  • Generous vacation and sick leave, including 15 paid holidays a year.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
Full Job Description
Salary: $142,208.00 - $206,209.00 Annually
Location : 10005 E. Osborn Rd, Scottsdale, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Health & Human Services
Opening Date: 09/11/2026
Closing Date: 9/27/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

Definition

The Chief Technology and Information Security Officer (CT/ISO) provide strategic leadership and guidance in all areas of technology and security administration. Supporting the CIO, the CTO/ISO leads initiatives in budgeting, resource management, policy formation, technology evaluation, cyber security, and service delivery. Provides leadership, direction, and support of technical and administrative components of the organization's security and risk management program. This role ensures the IT strategy aligns with the organization's strategy and its business goals, particularly focusing on technology, infrastructure, security and risk management. The CTO/ISO acts as a principal IT officer in the absence of the CIO, guiding executive-level decisions and overseeing mission-critical projects. This job class is treated as FLSA Exempt.

Essential Functions: Essential functions may vary among positions, but may include the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification.
Examples of Tasks

1. Leadership and Staff Management:
  1. Manage and develop high-performing technology and security teams, ensuring effective communication, training, coaching and performance evaluation.
  2. Cultivate a culture of accountability, innovation, and strategic collaboration.

2. Strategic IT and Security Planning:
  1. Lead the development and implementation of technology and security strategies to support organizational goals.
  2. Prioritizes information technology and security initiatives and coordinates the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future technology and security projects.

3. Security Administration
  1. Direct the system, network, endpoint, and Security team to ensure compliance with NIST and HIPAA cyber security standards, policy and administration.
  2. Develop and maintain contacts with local, and federal cybersecurity

4. Governance and Policy Oversight:
  1. Assist the CIO in governance, portfolio management, and service delivery.
  2. Develop and implement IT policies and procedures to meet federal regulations and industry standards, including HIPAA compliance.

5. Security and Risk Management:
  1. Direct the organization's HIPAA security and Risk Management Program, including incident response, audit log review, and security training.
  2. Oversee organizational security awareness initiatives and ensure alignment with regulatory and compliance frameworks.

6. Cross-Institutional Collaboration:
  1. Foster strategic partnerships across departments to deliver enterprise-wide IT services.
  2. Represent IT in institutional committees and executive-level projects as delegated by the CIO.

7. Technology Innovation:
  • Analyze emerging technology trends to align the IT roadmap with business innovation and efficiency goals.
  • Implement best practices in system architecture, design, and operations for service-oriented IT delivery.

8. Miscellaneous: Performs other work-related duties as assigned to ensure or enhance department operations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:
  • Knowledge of the history, culture, laws, rules, customs and traditions of the SRPMIC.
  • Knowledge of the purpose, current issues, projects, organization, policies, and employee responsibilities of the division to which assigned.
  • Knowledge of healthcare operations
  • Knowledge of healthcare industry regulations and compliance, including HIPAA.
  • Knowledge of standard healthcare organizational metrics
  • Knowledge of IT service management (ITSM) processes, incident/change/problem management, and ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow). ITIL framework knowledge or certification preferred.

  • Skill in problem solving and analytical skills, with a strong focus on improving patient care processes.
  • Skill in customer service and communicating with healthcare professionals
  • Skill in project management and program development, monitoring, evaluation, and change management.
  • Skill in office technology including Microsoft Office Tools, Teams, SharePoint, EPIC, etc.
  • Skill in system cloud, and network architecture, as well as cyber security tools used to manage technical environments.

  • Ability to solve problems independently and escalate multiple team members as needed
  • Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with all levels of leadership
  • Ability to multi-task and organize priorities, work autonomously, establish timelines, coordinate multiple tasks, events, and project timelines
  • Align team priorities with broader organizational goals, identifying opportunities for innovation and operational efficiency.


Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience: A master's degree in healthcare technology, information system, or computer science or closely related discipline.
  • Eight (8) years of full-time work in managing system, network, cloud, and cyber security environments.
  • Six (6) years of full-time work experience within a clinical facility
  • Four (4) years in a leadership or senior/lead role

Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of experience and education that will allow the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be considered when filing the position.

Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill
Special Requirements

  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of an extensive background check and drug screening. Employees in, and applicants applying for, jobs providing direct services to children are subject to the "Community Code of Ordinances", Chapter 11, "Minors", Article X. "Investigation of Persons Working With Children".

  • Ensures all patient information is kept confidential and complies with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations and SRPMIC HHS policies and procedures.

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check.

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Employee Benefits Overview

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, designed to enhance your quality of life both at work and at home. Below is a summary of the benefits available to SRPMIC employees. Plan details and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire and are subject to change.

Health Care Benefits

SRPMIC provides medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in standard plans. These benefits represent a significant part of your total compensation.

Medical: Choose from three plan options to fit your needs-the Low Deductible Plan, the Mid-Deductible Plan, and the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). As a self-funded plan, SRPMIC directly covers the cost of medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision services for all participants.

Dental: Enjoy nationwide access to the Humana Dental PPO/Traditional Preferred network, offering flexibility and choice in selecting dental care providers.

Vision: Coverage is provided through Davis Vision, including eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses. Members also benefit from discounted rates on additional eyewear and services.

Life Insurance: All eligible employees are automatically enrolled in a fully paid basic term life insurance policy with a matching accidental death benefit.

Retirement Plans

SRPMIC supports your long-term financial goals through multiple retirement plan options:

401(k) and Roth Plans: Eligible employees can participate in both pre-tax and post-tax retirement savings plans. SRPMIC contributes 5% of your compensation to the pre-tax 401(k) and matches up to 3% of your salary deferral contributions.

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS): Available to eligible certified police officers and firefighters.

Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS): Available to Salt River School educators.

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): A retiree HRA with Health Equity, which is a tax-advantaged employer-funded account that retired employees (Age 55+) can use for qualified medical expenses, including some premiums, and out-of-pocket expenses such as copays and deductibles.

Paid Leave & Holidays

Annual & Sick Leave: Employees accrue separate balances for sick and annual leave each pay period. Sick leave may be used for personal or family illness and medical appointments, while annual leave covers vacation or personal time.

Holidays: SRPMIC observes 15 paid holidays each year, including two discretionary holidays and one day of birthday leave.

Other SRPMIC Paid Benefits

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

SRPMIC offers a confidential Employee Assistance Program through SupportLinc, available at no cost to employees, their dependents, and household members.

Additional Voluntary Benefits

WellPath Wellness Program: A voluntary wellness initiative that encourages healthy living and rewards participation with incentives. Available to all employees and their dependents.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Administered by HealthEquity, FSAs allow you to pay for eligible health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Health Savings Account (HSA): Available to employees enrolled in the HDHP.

Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance: Employees may purchase additional life and accidental death coverage for themselves and their dependents.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): SRPMIC is a qualified employer under the PSLF program. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.

At SRPMIC, we value our employees and are proud to offer benefits that support your health, well-being, and future.

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