[Remote] Deputy Chief Information Officer - Commercial Solutions (IDS)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Conduent is a technology-driven company seeking a Deputy Chief Information Officer for their Commercial Solutions division. This strategic role involves leading the Integrated Data Solutions organization, driving technology strategy, platform modernization, and operational excellence to meet client expectations and market demands. Responsibilities • Serve as the primary technology leader for the IDS business, shaping the strategic direction of commercial solutions. • Partner with executive leadership, product, and delivery teams to develop and implement a multi-year roadmap for IDS platforms and services. • Identify and evaluate emerging technologies to ensure the organization maintains competitive advantage and operational efficiency. • Oversee end-to-end architecture, development, and deployment of IDS platforms, ensuring scalability, security, and regulatory compliance. • Lead digital transformation initiatives focused on automation, cloud enablement, AI/ML, and platform consolidation. • Ensure successful delivery of technology projects on time, within budget, and with measurable business value. • Establish and monitor performance metrics for IDS service delivery, continuously improving system availability, performance, and cost-efficiency. • Lead incident response, problem management, and root cause analysis to drive service reliability and reduce operational risk. • Lead a high-performing team of technology professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration. • Drive talent development, succession planning, and technical upskilling within the IDS IT organization. • Act as a key liaison between IT and the business for all IDS-related technology needs. • Ensure compliance with internal controls, governance standards, and industry regulations (e.g., SOC 2, HIPAA, etc.). • Collaborate with clients, partners, and regulators as needed to represent the IDS technology organization. • Responsible for managing financial planning, budgeting, and fiscal control activities to ensure efficient use of resources, in alignment with organizational objectives. Skills • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred). • 15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in a complex technology organization. • Proven experience leading enterprise-scale data and platform organizations, preferably in regulated or complex business environments (e.g., financial services, healthcare, or enterprise services). • Track record successfully leading large-scale transformation and technology delivery initiatives. • Strong business acumen and ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. • Experience working in regulated industries or with commercial/government clients is a plus. • Strategic Thinking and Visioning • Operational and Financial Acumen • Change Leadership • Vendor and Partner Management • Client-Centric Mindset • Agile and DevOps Principles • Risk Management and Compliance Company Overview • Conduent delivers digital business solutions and services spanning the commercial, government and transportation spectrum – creating valuable outcomes for its clients and the millions of people who count on them. It was founded in 1998, and is headquartered in Irvine, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.conduent.com/. Company H1B Sponsorship • Conduent has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 8 in 2025, 14 in 2024, 10 in 2023, 12 in 2022, 8 in 2021, 11 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.