Chief Technology Officer

Job overview

The Chief Technology Officer is a full-time, onsite executive role in Homer, AK, with compensation not specified; the posting also identifies Kenai, AK, as a possible work location. Homer Electric Association is a member-owned electric utility serving central and southern areas of the Kenai Peninsula. The CTO leads information technology, operational technology, communications, and SCADA functions while overseeing cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection compliance. The role coordinates technology strategy, budgets, regulatory relationships, and system support to help maintain reliable utility operations.

What you'll do

• Serve as the cooperative’s Critical Infrastructure Protection Senior Manager under Alaska Railbelt CIP standards
• lead IT, operational technology, communications, and SCADA functions
• oversee cybersecurity policies, response and recovery planning, audits, and exercises
• manage technology and cybersecurity operating and capital budgets
• support generation, transmission, substation, distribution, and control systems
• liaise with regulators and partner with the board, executive team, and outside agencies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

chief technology officer

homer ak

kenai ak

homer electric association

executive

electric utility

cybersecurity

critical infrastructure protection

scada

technology leadership

monday–friday

frequent travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Family medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• long-term disability
• life insurance
• retirement account options and employer contributions
• pension
• employee assistance program
• paid holidays and paid time off
• tuition assistance
• wellness reimbursement.

Why this role

Executive leadership role with responsibility for Alaska Railbelt CIP compliance and utility technology and cybersecurity strategy; frequent travel is required.

About the employer

Homer Electric Association is hiring for this role. Industry: Electric Power Distribution. Sector: 22.