Chief Information Officer
Company Description
OpenSea Foundation is a mission-driven organization focused on advancing innovative, secure, and accessible digital solutions for global communities. The foundation collaborates with diverse partners to promote transparency, trust, and ethical technology practices in rapidly evolving markets. By fostering open standards and responsible innovation, OpenSea Foundation supports initiatives that empower individuals and organizations to participate confidently in digital ecosystems. Team members work in a remote-first environment that values collaboration, integrity, and long-term impact. Role Description The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is a full-time, remote role responsible for setting and executing the organization’s overall information technology vision and strategy. This role oversees IT operations, including infrastructure, security, data management, and enterprise applications, ensuring systems are reliable, scalable, and compliant with relevant standards. The CIO partners with executive leadership to align IT investments with organizational goals, optimize business processes, and support strategic initiatives. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading IT teams, managing vendor relationships, setting technology governance frameworks, monitoring performance and risk, and driving continuous improvement across all technology platforms. The CIO also champions innovation, evaluates emerging technologies, and ensures that digital capabilities support both internal stakeholders and external partners.
Qualifications
Strong foundation in Information Technology, with experience overseeing complex technical ecosystems and enterprise solutions. Proven leadership in IT Operations, including infrastructure management, cybersecurity, system reliability, and support services. Demonstrated expertise in IT Management and IT Strategy, with the ability to align technology initiatives with organizational objectives. Experience optimizing Business Process through technology, including workflow design, automation, and data-driven decision-making. Track record of building and leading diverse, high-performing IT teams in a remote or distributed environment. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical audiences. Experience managing budgets, vendor contracts, and technology procurement at an organizational or enterprise level. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; an advanced degree or equivalent experience is beneficial. Background in nonprofit, foundation, or mission-driven organizations, or strong interest in working in such environments, is an advantage.