Chief Information Officer

Company Summary
EchoStar has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. EchoStar Corporation (Nasdaq: SATS) is a fully integrated Fortune 250 global communications company with more than $15B in revenue and over 13,000 team members. The company is a premier provider of technology, networking services, television entertainment and connectivity, offering consumer, enterprise, operator and government solutions worldwide under its EchoStar®, Boost Mobile®, Sling TV, DISH TV, Hughes®, HughesNet®, HughesON™, and JUPITER™ brands. EchoStar is the worldwide leader in developing and operationalizing a cutting edge Open-RAN, cloud-native 5G Network.
Department Summary
The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving the company's global IT vision, strategy, and execution. The CIO will be a key member of the executive team, responsible for aligning IT initiatives with business objectives, fostering a culture of innovation, and maximizing the value of IT investments. This role demands a visionary leader with a proven track record of building and leading high-performing IT teams in a complex, global environment, with a strong focus on driving digital transformation, leveraging emerging technologies like Generative AI, ensuring robust cybersecurity posture, and enhancing the customer experience for consumer-facing brands.
Department Summary

• Reports to the President, Technology & COO
• Leads a global IT Organization with more than 1,000 team members
• Works closely with P&L, Engineering and Shared Services Leaders and teams in a matrixed organization
• Intact, tenured Leadership Team
• Position is located in Denver, Colorado

Job Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Vision:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global IT strategy that supports the company's business objectives and drives competitive advantage.
• Provide thought leadership on emerging technologies and trends, including cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), Generative AI (GenAI), cybersecurity, and digital transformation, and assess their potential impact on the business, with a specific focus on consumer impact.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define and prioritize IT investments, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy and customer experience goals.

• Innovation & Technology Management:

• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the IT organization.
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of new technologies and solutions, with a focus on GenAI, digital transformation, security initiatives, and customer-facing technology implementations.

• Drive Digital Transformation:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive digital transformation roadmap to modernize business processes and enhance customer experience.
• Identify and implement digital solutions to optimize operations, improve efficiency, drive revenue growth, and enhance consumer interactions.
• Lead the integration of digital technologies across all business units, with a focus on customer touchpoints.

• Generative AI Leadership:

• Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for the adoption and integration of GenAI technologies across the organization.
• Identify and evaluate potential use cases for GenAI to enhance products, services, and internal processes, particularly those that impact the consumer experience.
• Ensure responsible and ethical deployment of GenAI technologies, addressing potential risks and biases, and implementing proper security protocols.
• Lead the development of the necessary infrastructure to support the GenAI initiatives.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of robust and scalable IT infrastructure, including networks, systems, and hybrid data centers.

• Operational Excellence & Security:

• Ensure the reliability, security, and performance of all IT systems and services.
• Develop and implement IT policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, including those related to cybersecurity and consumer data privacy.
• Manage IT budgets and resources effectively, maximizing the return on investment.

• Cybersecurity Leadership:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to protect company data, systems, and intellectual property, with special consideration for customer data.
• Lead the development and implementation of security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Oversee the management of security infrastructure and platforms.
• Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.
• Lead incident response and recovery efforts in the event of a security breach.
• Ensure that all AI and GenAI systems are deployed with security as a primary concern.
• Stay up to date on the latest cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities, and implement appropriate countermeasures.
• Ensure that all security practices adhere to any applicable regulatory requirements.
• Oversee disaster recovery and business continuity planning.

• Team Leadership & Collaboration:

• Build and lead a high-performing global IT organization, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Mentor and develop IT talent, ensuring the team has the skills and capabilities to meet current and future business needs.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration across all levels of the organization.
• Partner with business leaders to understand their needs and provide innovative IT solutions.
• Foster strong relationships with vendors and technology partners.

• Value Maximization:

• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of IT investments, including those related to digital transformation, GenAI, cybersecurity, and customer satisfaction.
• Analyze IT spending and identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements.

Skills, Experience and Requirements
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive IT leadership experience, with a proven track record of success in a global organization, including experience with consumer-facing brands.
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing IT strategies that support business objectives.
• Deep understanding of emerging technologies and trends, including cloud computing, artificial intelligence, Generative AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.
• Proven experience enhancing customer experience through technology.
• Proven experience leading digital transformation projects.
• Demonstrable curiosity with the deployment of AI and GenAI solutions.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to build and lead high-performing IT teams.
• Experience managing large-scale IT budgets and resources.
• Strong understanding of IT governance and compliance.
• Experience working within the telecommunications industry is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to create a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with a strong business acumen.
• Results-oriented and data-driven.
• Excellent communicator and collaborator.
• Passionate and curious about technology and innovation.
• Strong ethical and professional standards.
• Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment.

Salary Ranges
Compensation: $400,000.00/Year - $500,000.00/Year
Benefits

• We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .
• The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
• Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
• The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.