Director of Information Technology

About the role

The Project On Government Oversight (POGO) seeks a Director of Information Technology to provide strategic leadership for its IT systems and infrastructure, supporting the organization’s mission of government accountability.

Key responsibilities

• Set a multi‑year technology strategy and roadmap aligned with POGO’s strategic plan, translating it into annual priorities and measurable outcomes.
• Advise executive leadership on technology posture, balancing stability, speed, cost, compliance and capacity, and present clear options.
• Own the cybersecurity program: define risk posture, direct virtual CISO, oversee assessments, penetration testing, cyber‑insurance readiness and reporting.
• Author and maintain technology, data governance, cybersecurity and acceptable‑use policies in partnership with Legal and HR.
• Define compliance posture for data protection, privacy, accessibility, PCI DSS and serve as internal advisor on legal and regulatory technology questions.
• Identify and implement technology solutions that increase the impact of investigative, policy and advocacy work, including data pipelines and automation.
• Lead the IT team: supervise, develop staff, set service standards and ensure capacity and succession depth.

Required profile

• Minimum 8 years progressive IT experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role with responsibility for strategy, budget and staff.
• Proven experience setting and executing technology strategy and presenting recommendations to senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ownership of a cybersecurity program, including risk assessment, policy development and incident response planning.
• Experience with technology governance, data protection, privacy, PCI and accessibility compliance.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to an inclusive work environment.

Required skills

• Microsoft 365
• Microsoft Entra
• Cloud‑first enterprise environments
• Cybersecurity risk assessment
• Penetration testing
• Data protection and privacy compliance

What we offer

• Competitive nonprofit salary $128,000‑$140,000 per year
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Paid holiday, vacation and sick leave
• Remote work eligibility from anywhere in the United States (required availability 9 AM‑6 PM ET)