Sheridan College is seeking an innovative and collaborative technology leader to serve as its next Chief Information Officer (CIO). This is a pivotal opportunity to shape Sheridan’s digital strategy and ensure that technology enables exceptional learning, research, and operational excellence.
The Organization
Founded in 1967, Sheridan has grown from a local college of 400 students to one of Ontario's leading postsecondary institutions, educating approximately 25,098 full-time, 3,215 part-time and 11,000 continuing and professional studies students every year spanning three campuses in Oakville, Brampton and Mississauga with a budget of approximately $490 million dollars.
With a mission to cultivate highly skilled, creative and resourceful people and communities through collaboration, active learning and the relentless incubation of new ideas, Sheridan attracts students from across Canada and around the world. Their 215,000+ alumni play a critical role in shaping the future in the fields of arts, business, community service, health, technology, and the skilled trades.
Sheridan is proud to have been named first on Forbes’ 2023 list of Canada’s Best Employers and ranked 125th overall on Forbes’ list of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity.
The Role
Reporting to the Vice-President, Administrative Services, the CIO will be responsible for developing and implementing Sheridan’s IT strategy, overseeing infrastructure and enterprise systems, and delivering technology solutions that advance Sheridan’s academic mission and operational goals. The CIO will play a critical role in fostering a culture of innovation, service excellence, and digital transformation.
Leading a talented IT team, the CIO will oversee technology governance, cybersecurity, infrastructure management, enterprise applications, and support services, ensuring robust, secure, and scalable systems. They will collaborate across the College to understand evolving technology needs, prioritize initiatives, and deliver solutions that enhance the student and employee experience.
Key areas of responsibility include:
Strategic IT Transformation – Develop and implement Sheridan’s IT strategy to support academic and operational excellence, incorporating emerging technologies and digital transformation initiatives.
Operational Oversight – Ensure the secure and reliable operation of IT services, including network infrastructure, enterprise applications, ERP systems, cybersecurity, and support services.
Team Leadership and Development – Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing IT team, fostering a culture of collaboration, service excellence, and innovation.
IT Governance and Policy – Provide guidance on IT governance structures, policies, and priorities. Support decision-making for technology investments and data management practices.
Collaboration and Partnership – Partner with academic, research, and administrative leaders to align technology initiatives with institutional priorities. Build strategic relationships with external technology providers.
The Ideal Candidate
You are a seasoned IT executive with a strong track record in strategic planning, digital transformation, and operational leadership in complex organizations. You have exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, enabling you to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders. You are committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that technology solutions are accessible and meet the needs of all members of the Sheridan community. You thrive in a collaborative environment and inspire your teams to deliver innovative, reliable, and user-focused technology services.
Qualifications and Experience:
While the Search Committee recognizes that no one candidate is likely to meet all qualifications in equal measure, those listed below are desirable and will be used to compare candidates.
- A bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field; a master’s degree is an asset.
- Significant senior leadership experience in IT, preferably within higher education or similarly complex organizations.
- Expertise in IT strategy, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and enterprise systems management.
- Proven ability to lead large-scale technology initiatives and manage multi-million-dollar budgets.
- Experience in IT governance, leading high-performing teams, managing change, and community & partner engagement. Strong project management and operational oversight capabilities.
Skills and Attributes:
- Strategic and innovative thinker with strong analytical skills.
- Inclusive and collaborative leader with high emotional intelligence.
- Exceptional communication skills and political acumen.
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and lead through change. Commitment to continuous improvement, service excellence, and user satisfaction.
Why Join Sheridan College?
Sheridan College offers a vibrant and inclusive environment where innovation, collaboration, and creativity thrive. As CIO, you will have the opportunity to shape Sheridan’s culture and contribute to the success of its talented community.
Application Process
Sheridan College is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). The College welcomes candidates who self-identify as Black, women, Indigenous or a person of colour with lived experience and expertise in incorporating EDI practices into teaching and research. Joining a vibrant community at Sheridan where we aspire to achieve equity and diversity in all areas, the successful candidate will be expected to show evidence of a commitment to EDI and the promotion of a collegial and supportive working environment.
Please email accommodate@kbrs.ca or communicate your needs to a recruitment professional named below to ensure that accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
If you are interested in this opportunity, contact Kate Spares at kspares@kbrs.ca, Abbey MacLeod at amacleod@kbrs.ca, or Kyle Steele at ksteele@kbrs.ca or submit your full application package online at: https://www.kbrs.ca/Career/17549245944580000008ltp
The Committee will begin reviewing applications on September 22, 2025.
Land Acknowledgement
First Nations peoples have lived on this part of Turtle Island for millennia, stewarding the land, the water and all that contributes to life in this region. Today, the culture and presence of First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples enrich the lands and people of this territory.
Over two centuries ago, the Mississauga people welcomed settlers to this territory, providing sustenance and engaging in trade and commerce. Between 1781 to 1820, eight treaties were signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation who opened their territory to settlement. Today, Sheridan campuses are located on Treaty 14, also known as the Head of the Lake Purchase of 1806 and Treaty 22 and 23 of 1820.
Treaty history is foundational, and it is our collective responsibility to honour the land, as we honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be learning, working and thriving on this land, and we commit to learn the truth and be active in the process of reconciliation.