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How many Chief Technical Officer jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 9 Chief Technical Officer jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Chief Technical Officer do?

Technical directors in information and technology direct and control the development, implementation and maintenance of the company's information and communications strategy and systems. They also introduce and maintain appropriate data security, to support the business objectives of the company.

Tasks required include:

• Develops in consultation with other senior management the IT strategy of the organisation.
• Directs the implementation within the organisation of IT strategy, infrastructure, procurement, procedures and standards.
• Develops the periodic business plan and operational budget for IT to deliver agreed service levels.
• Considers the required IT staffing levels, oversees recruitment and appointment of staff and directs training policy.
• Prioritises and schedules major IT projects.
• Ensures that new technologies are researched and evaluated in the light of the organisation’s broad requirements.
• Works with client or senior management to establish and clarify the aims, objectives and requirements of an IT programme.
• Plans, directs, reviews and provides technical oversight to IT programmes, involving the co-ordination of multiple IT projects.

What are the entry requirements for a Chief Technical Officer?

There are no pre-set entry requirements although candidates usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification together with substantial, relevant work experience. A variety of professional and postgraduate qualifications is available.