Vice President of Technology & Chief Information Officer
Concentric corporation is partnering with a mission-driven healthcare organization is seeking a Vice President of Technology & Chief Information Officer to lead enterprise-wide technology strategy and execution in Lincoln, NE. This executive role is responsible for aligning technology, systems, and data capabilities with organizational goals while ensuring reliability, security, and long-term scalability.
The Vice President of Technology & Chief Information Officer will bring a combination of deep technical experience and proven leadership, with a background that began in hands-on technology roles and evolved into enterprise-level strategy and governance. This leader will oversee infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, analytics, telecommunications, and integrated systems across the organization.
This role requires a thoughtful, people-centered executive who believes technology exists to serve clinicians, staff, and patients, and who leads with empathy, professionalism, and integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a multi-year enterprise technology strategy aligned with organizational objectives
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and cost optimization for technology initiatives
- Guide cloud, on-premise, and hybrid infrastructure strategy with clear ROI and risk analysis
- Oversee vendor selection, RFP processes, contract negotiations, and strategic partnerships
- Provide executive-level communication to senior leadership, steering committees, and the Board
- Build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams including internal staff and external partners
- Ensure strong governance across cybersecurity, data, applications, and infrastructure
- Drive modernization initiatives while maintaining operational stability and reliability
- Promote best practices in security, data management, and system integration
- Partner with clinical, operational, and administrative leaders to ensure technology supports care delivery and business operations
- Establish metrics and accountability for performance, service levels, and strategic outcomes
Work Environment:
- Executive leadership role within a healthcare organization
- Close collaboration with senior leadership, clinical leaders, and operational teams
- Mix of strategic planning, governance, and organizational leadership responsibilities
- Focus on long-term transformation balanced with day-to-day operational excellence
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in enterprise IT leadership, including infrastructure, applications, security, and data
- Proven ability to develop and execute long-term technology strategies
- Strong experience with budgeting, capital planning, and financial governance
- Background leading complex vendor ecosystems and strategic technology partners
- Experience building and leading high-performing technical teams
- Strong executive communication and presentation skills
- Track record of leading large-scale technology initiatives in complex environments
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in healthcare, regulated industries, or mission-driven organizations
- Experience leading cloud and hybrid technology transformations
- Strong background in cybersecurity, data, and enterprise applications
- Experience presenting to Boards or executive governance committees
Who You Are:
You are a purpose-driven, steady leader who combines technical depth with emotional intelligence. You listen before acting, lead with integrity, and believe technology should enable people to do their best work. You are collaborative, pragmatic, and focused on building systems and teams that serve the mission first. You thrive in environments where trust, professionalism, and long-term impact matter more than politics or ego.
About Concentric Corporation:
Concentric Corporation is an executive and professional recruiting firm specializing in placing high-impact leaders across healthcare, technology, and operations. We partner with organizations to identify leaders who bring strategic clarity, strong execution, and long-term value to their teams.
