Deputy Chief Information Officer of Applications

MIT Lincoln Laboratory (“the Laboratory”) is seeking a visionary and collaborative Deputy Chief Information Officer of Applications (“Deputy CIO”) to provide executive leadership for the Laboratory’s enterprise applications ecosystem. This leader will define and drive the applications strategy across ERP, CRM, web platforms, and other mission‑critical business systems, ensuring they operate efficiently, integrate seamlessly, and deliver measurable value to scientific, operational, and administrative functions. The Deputy CIO will partner closely with Laboratory executives, business process owners, and fellow IT leaders to modernize legacy environments, introduce innovative platforms and automation capabilities, and architect scalable solutions that strengthen the Laboratory’s ability to execute its national‑security research mission.

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center whose mission is to develop advanced technology in support of national security. They deliver transformative solutions to the nation's most complex and urgent technical challenges, combining scientific innovation with applied science and engineering excellence. The Laboratory distinguishes itself from many other national R&D institutions through its emphasis on building operational prototypes—turning innovative concepts into real-world systems that can be deployed and tested. Its work spans a wide range of cutting-edge technologies, including high-resolution radar systems, space communications, advanced lasers, and secure computing platforms.

This role represents a compelling opportunity for a seasoned applications executive with deep experience leading large‑scale application transformations in complex, highly regulated environments. The Deputy CIO for Applications will oversee the full lifecycle of enterprise systems—from strategy and selection to implementation, optimization, and retirement—while championing user‑centric design, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Success in this position requires exceptional leadership, a strong command of enterprise application architectures and SDLC processes, and the ability to translate technical concepts into business outcomes for C‑suite stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings a proven record of shaping cohesive application portfolios, fostering high‑performing teams, and delivering modern, reliable, and secure platforms that advance organizational priorities.

Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent below. Electronic submission of materials is strongly encouraged.

Daniel Rodas is leading this search with Liz Braun, Kristen Andersen, and Seema Khan. 

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is based in Lexington, Massachusetts and this will be an onsite position. The Hiring Range for this role is $250,000-$320,000, commensurate with experience. 

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret level DoD security clearance.

Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including—but not limited to—the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.