Deputy CIO
CFS
Boston, MA
Job Title: Deputy CIO (Applications, SIS Modernization & IT Operations) – Long‑Term Consultant
Rate: $90 - $125 per hour (based on experience)
Location: Boston, MA (On-site)
Type: Full-Time Contract (12+ months, potential to extend or convert)
Why consider this opportunity?
This role sits at the center of a major enterprise technology transformation. As the Deputy CIO, you will drive modernization of core systems, elevate technology delivery practices, and lead a large-scale transition from a legacy on‑prem Student Information System to a modern SaaS platform.
It’s a rare opportunity to step into a strategic and hands‑on leadership role with ownership across applications, operations, and mission‑critical academic and administrative systems.
What you will do
- Lead day‑to‑day IT operations across a multi‑site environment
- Own and advance the Application Development function
- Drive cloud migration efforts for the SIS and related enterprise platforms
- Modernize reporting, data governance, and system reliability
- Establish and enforce structured delivery frameworks, SLAs, and ticketing processes
- Assess team capabilities, mentor managers, and build high‑performing groups
- Ensure stability, security, and operational continuity across all enterprise systems
- Partner closely with the CIO on strategy, risk management, and cross‑departmental initiatives
- Maintain a strong on‑site leadership presence to support teams and stakeholders
What the ideal candidate brings
- 10+ years of technology leadership experience
- Strong background in application development and cloud/SaaS migrations
- Experience with Student Information Systems (SIS) or ERP platforms
- (Ellucian, Banner, Colleague, Workday Student, PeopleSoft, Jenzabar, etc.)
- Excellent communication skills and a disciplined operational leadership approach
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams across multiple locations
- Hands‑on, proactive leadership style with a sense of urgency and ownership
Nice to have
- Experience in higher education, healthcare, or multi‑site operations environments
- Exposure to AI/automation tools (including modern copilots)
- Salesforce or major cloud platform experience (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)
Schedule & Engagement Terms
- On-site in Boston, Monday through Friday
- Occasional travel to nearby satellite locations
- 12+ month engagement with the potential to extend or convert to full-time
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MaxSalary: USD120
MinSalary: USD90
About the Company
CFS
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.