Third Level Executive
ISE.GEN.E3
Leads a major technology division or the whole tech function in a mid-sized company, translating corporate objectives into a technology strategy.
Leads a major technology division or the whole tech function in a mid-sized company, translating corporate objectives into a technology strategy.
The story of this role
Who does this work
The Information Systems Executive, a visionary leader with a passion for technology, seeks to align the company's technological direction with its strategic business goals.
The problem this role solves
- The external problem: Disconnected technology strategies that hinder business growth and innovation.
- The internal problem: Feeling overwhelmed by the rapid pace of technological change and the challenge of keeping the organization aligned with those advancements.
- Why it matters: Believing that technology should empower people and processes, but struggling to find the right balance.
The plan
- Conduct a thorough assessment of the current technology landscape and its alignment with business needs.
- Engage with all stakeholders to understand their challenges and gather insights for technology transformation.
- Develop a comprehensive technology strategy that integrates software development, IT infrastructure, and R&D initiatives.
- Implement change management initiatives to foster a culture of innovation and adaptability within the organization.
- Continuously evaluate and adjust the technology strategy based on emerging trends and organizational feedback.
What's at stake
Failing to align technology strategy with business goals, resulting in wasted resources and missed opportunities. Losing the trust of stakeholders due to ineffective communication and lack of transparency in technological changes.
Success looks like
Achieving a seamless integration of technology that drives company growth and operational efficiency. Cultivating a culture of innovation that empowers teams to adopt new technologies and solutions effectively.
Summary
Leads a major technology division or the whole tech function in a mid-sized company, translating corporate objectives into a technology strategy.
Level — E3 — Vice President
VP owning a division; sets strategy and is accountable for division-wide results.
- Scope
- A division
- Autonomy
- Accountable for division strategy and P&L
- Complexity
- Market and competitive strategy
- Impact
- Division-wide
- Decision rights
- Owns division strategy, budget, and org
- Leadership
- Leads a division's leadership team
- Typical experience
- 15–22 yrs
Core outputs
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Componentsshow ▾
Responsibilities3
- Lead a major technology divisioncommonlevel
- Focus on medium-term and long-term decisionscommonlevel
- Drive cross-functional initiativescommonlevel
Tasks3
- Translate objectives into strategycommonlevel
- Lead technology divisioncommonlevel
- Drive initiativescommonlevel
Skills5
- Strategic foresightcommonlevel
- Financial acumencommonlevel
- Leadershipcommonlevel
- Initiative managementcommonlevel
- Decision-makingcommonlevel
Knowledge5
- Corporate strategycommonlevel
- Financial managementcommonlevel
- Technology leadershipcommonlevel
- Strategic initiativescommonlevel
- Long-term planningcommonlevel
competency3
- Long-term strategic planningcommonlevel
- Financial managementcommonlevel
- Cross-functional leadershipcommonlevel
qualification4
- Understanding of corporate strategycommonlevel
- Experience in leading large teamscommonlevel
- MBA or equivalent in Technology Managementcommonlevel
- 15+ years of experience in executive rolescommonlevel
Title aliasesshow ▾
| Alias | Type | Confidence | Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vice President, Information Systems Executive | common | medium0.58 | — |
| Third Level Executive | common | medium0.50 | — |
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O*NET / SOC
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