Chief Technology Officer |
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Also referred to as: Chief Technology Officer, CTO, Top Technology Executive |
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Requirements and Responsibilities |
Plans, develops, and leads the organization's technology strategy to align with business objectives and market trends. Oversees the research, development, and implementation of innovative technologies to enhance products, services, and business efficiencies. Monitors emerging technology trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities for growth and competitive advantage. Provides technical oversight for integrating technology into business operations and establishes the long-term direction for technological improvements. Ensures an organization's utilization of technology adheres to all internal and external standards, requirements, laws, and regulations. Typically requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). C-Suite level management. Develops functional or business unit strategy for an organization. Executes multiple high impact initiatives to achieve organizational goals. Defines vision, strategy, and focus for a major functional or business unit. Substantial experience with setting key metrics like KPIs or OKRs and shaping plans to meet objectives. Typically requires progressive leadership experience in senior management roles. Has expert level knowledge of the overall departmental function. Demonstrated experience in developing and executing long term business strategies. |
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Level of Education: Chief Technology Officer Salaries with No Diploma, Chief Technology Officer Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Chief Technology Officer Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Chief Technology Officer Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Chief Technology Officer Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Chief Technology Officer Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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Industries: Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation | ![](/SalaryWizard/Graphics/clear.gif?RelNum=1.0.0.81) |