Assistant Vice President of IT

Job DetailsJob Location: HBS - Princeton, NJ 08540Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $185,000.00 - $200,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: NoneObjective: The Assistant Vice President of IT serves as an operational partner to the CIO, helping lead the organization’s technology vision, execution, and governance. This role blends leadership with hands-on operational management, delivery oversight, and internal business stakeholder engagement to ensure IT services align with business priorities, drive innovation, and maintain operational excellence.

The AVP of IT plays a critical role in translating enterprise strategy into executable technology initiatives, overseeing key IT functions, and ensuring high-performing, secure, and scalable systems.

Essential Job Functions

Strategic Leadership

Partner with the CIO to define and execute the enterprise IT strategy and roadmap
Align IT initiatives with business goals, growth strategies, and digital transformation efforts

Operational Oversight

Oversee day-to-day IT operations including infrastructure, applications, service delivery, and support
Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of systems
Drive IT service management (ITSM) maturity and continuous improvement

Program & Portfolio Management

Lead enterprise IT portfolio management, prioritization, and governance
Oversee delivery of major programs and projects (budget, scope, timeline)
Establish KPIs and dashboards to measure performance and outcomes

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

Oversight of cyber security remediation projects
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
Lead risk management and business continuity planning

Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborate with executives and business units to understand needs and deliver solutions
Serve as a trusted advisor to operational and business leaders
Communicate IT strategy, progress, and value to stakeholders

People Leadership

Lead and mentor IT directors, managers, and staff
Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning
Support workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development

Vendor & Financial Management

Manage IT budgets, and cost optimization initiatives
Oversee vendor relationships, contracts, and performance
Drive value from strategic technology partnerships

QualificationsQualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field
10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience
Proven experience managing large-scale IT operations and programs
Strong understanding of Project Mgmt. infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and ERP solutions
Industry experience (e.g., healthcare, public sector)
Certifications such as ITIL, PMP

Base Salary Range: $185,000 - $200,000

NJHA Benefits: NJHA offers benefits and other compensation programs such as medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, salary deferral plan, pension, paid vacation, holidays and wellness days, paid sick days, short/long term disability, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, membership in a credit union, life insurance, employee discount programs, and use of an on-site fitness facility.

NJHA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a veteran, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.