Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 55578
Opening Date: 04/22/2026
Closing Date: 05/06/2026
Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)
Skill Option: Management Information System/Data Processing/Telecommunications
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $15,000-$16,667/monthly ($180,000-$200,000/annually)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook; Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Exempt under Section 4d of the Personnel Code, Managerial Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as the Deputy Chief Technology Officer for Enterprise Hosting under the administrative direction of the Chief Technology Officer, serving as the principal policy formulating administrator for the management processes for Enterprise Infrastructure Operations and Network Operations Information Technology (IT) services statewide. In this role you will lead and manage the development and implementation of new technology products and services by researching and recommending implementation of advanced information technology and drives adoption while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence among the infrastructure and network and teams In addition, you will lead and develop a high performing team and serve as an agency spokesperson.

If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.

• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)

• 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)

• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year

• 3 paid personal business days per year

• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years

• 12 weeks of paid parental leave

• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System

• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan

• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)

• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

• Subject to management approval, serves as the Deputy Chief Technology Officer- Enterprise Hosting, for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), serving as the principal policy formulating administrator for the management processes for Enterprise Infrastructure Operations and Network Operations Information Technology (IT) services statewide.
• Leads and manages the development and implementation of new technology products and services by researching and recommending implementation of advanced information technology and drives adoption while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence among the infrastructure and network and teams.
• Serves as official agency spokesperson on behalf of the Chief Technology Officer to internal and external entities regarding infrastructure and network issues.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Directs the enterprise hosting budget preparation, procurement, and controls appropriation of technology expenditures, including analyzing and providing management with justification of expenditure as well as information on feasibility, availability, and pricing of technologies and services.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in management information systems, information technology, computer science, or a directly related Information Technology field. 
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or private business Information Technology organization. 
• Requires four (4) years of professional experience in policymaking, strategic planning, and IT solutioning for large scale computer systems and platforms. 
• Requires four (4) years of professional experience supervising a large team of IT professionals. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of professional experience in IT leadership overseeing enterprise infrastructure operations and network services, including hosting service operations on-premise or in the cloud, on-premise virtualization, cloud hosting, storage solutions, and mainframe infrastructure, while developing and executing technology strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Four (4) years of professional experience in developing, implementing, and interpreting departmental policies, programs, and procedures that enhance IT service delivery, operational efficiency, and security within a large-scale enterprise environment.
• Four (4) years of professional experience leading the development, implementation, and adoption of new technology products and services, including researching and recommending advanced IT solutions while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence.
• Four (4) years of professional experience in enterprise planning, decision-making, and developing long-term IT strategies through research, feasibility assessment, and solution recommendations.
• Four (4) years of professional experience in enterprise IT budget management, including directing budget preparation, procurement, expenditure controls, and justifying technology investments based on feasibility, availability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ability to align infrastructure and network operations with organizational and client needs through effective collaboration, strategic planning, demand forecasting, budgeting, and project management to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performing IT services.
• Ability to develop business cases, lead competitive solicitations, negotiate vendor contracts, and ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs) while effectively managing IT procurement and financial planning.
• Extensive knowledge of IT governance, security, and compliance, including implementing incident management procedures, leading incident response efforts, utilizing monitoring tools for performance optimization, and ensuring adherence to industry regulations, enterprise change management, and audit requirements.
• Ability to serve as an IT spokesperson with authority to make strategic decisions, allocate resources, and coordinate multi-agency initiatives to enhance infrastructure and network services.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the ITIL and NIST Cybersecurity Framework principles, ensuring effective IT service management and robust security practices.

Conditions of Employment

NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check and requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
• Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.
• Requires adherence to the revolving door restrictions outlined in 5 ILCS 430/5-45. Consequently, employees should be aware that in the event of receiving a non-State employment offer during state employment or within one year immediately following the termination of State employment, they are required to inform the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies (OEIG) of the Illinois Governor before accepting such non-State employment. Failure to notify the OEIG may result in the imposition of a fine.
• Requires compliance with the provisions outlined in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act, necessitating the occupant of this position to file of a Statement of Economic Interest. Pursuant to the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.), specific state officials and employees are required to annually submit Statements of Economic Interest to the Office of the Secretary of State, which will be accessible to the public for examination and copying. Employees subject to this requirement must also file a Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission, as specified in Executive Order 15-09. Failure to submit these statements in a timely manner may result in fines and penalties.
  

The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

​Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30a-5:00pm
Headquarter Location: 555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661 OR 201 W. Adams St. Springfield, IL 62704
Work County: Cook OR Sangamon
Agency Contact: Brittany Vespa

Brittany.Vespa2@Illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

Revolving Door: Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

Statement of Economic Interests: This position is subject to Statement of Economic Interests filing as required by the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act.

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide information technology, innovation, and cybersecurity. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to client agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents. DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com