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Chief Information Officer

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is accountable for internal IT operations and directs, plans, organizes, and controls all activities of the enterprise's information systems. The CIO ensures the effective, efficient, and secure operation of all enterprise information systems.

Most common technical skills for Chief Information Officer roles

According to market employment data, these are the top technical skills requested by employers:

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Auditing
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Business strategies
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Risk management
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Data analysis
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Financial strategy
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Internal controls
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Process improvement
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Continuous improvement process

Gain the technical skills needed to advance your career

You can rely on ISACA to provide the training, credentials, tools, and resources needed to meet current employer demands and emerging needs not yet widely represented in job descriptions.

CGETI Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT
Certification

CGEIT—Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT

A CGEIT certification gives employers the confidence that you are experienced in handling IS governance and principles.
AI Threat Landscape
Online Course

AI Threat Landscape: Attacks, Risk, and Security Measures Online Course

AI in general may not be new, but the explosion of generative AI has thrust the topic into headlines with regards to bias, ethical usage, intellectual property rights, privacy and use of technology just to name a few.

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ITAF, 4th Edition | Digital | English

Get the guidance and techniques that will lend consistency and effectiveness to your audits. The new 4th edition of ITAF outlines standards and best practices aligned with the sequence of the audit process (risk assessment, planning and field work) to guide you in assessing the operational effectiveness of an enterprise and in ensuring compliance.
Certified Information Security Manager
Certification

CISM—Certified Information Security Manager

CISM certification indicates expertise in information security governance, program development and management, incident management and risk management.
Machine Learning for Business Enablement Online Course
Online Course

Machine Learning for Business Enablement Online Course

Machine learning is a longstanding subset of artificial intelligence that enables computers to learn from data.
Risk IT Framework, 2nd Edition
Book

Risk IT Framework, 2nd Edition | Digital | English

The Risk IT Framework is designed to assist in developing, implementing or enhancing the practice of risk management by: Connecting the business context with the specific I&T assets.

AI Governance: Principles, Strategies and Business Alignment
Online Course

AI Governance: Principles, Strategies and Business Alignment Course

AI in general may not be new, but the explosion of generative AI has thrust the topic into headlines with regards to bias, ethical usage, intellectual property rights, privacy and use of technology just to name a few.
AI Elevate Your Expertise
Online Course

Ethical Perspectives in AI: Implications, Principles, and Social Dynamics Online Course

While AI could have myriad benefits across a variety of industries, there are many ethical considerations that need to be made before implementing an AI-powered resource.

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