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The median expected salary for a typical Chief Technology Officer in the United States is $192,733. This basic market pricing report was prepared using our Certified Compensation Professionals' analysis of survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at employers of all sizes, industries and geographies.
Source: HR Reported data as of May 2013
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Responsible for the long-range direction of an organization's technology function. Directs the strategic design, acquisition, management, and implementation of an enterprise-wide technology infrastructure. Maintains technology standards for the organization. Directs the activities necessary to keep the technology infrastructure running seamlessly, efficiently, and effectively while ensuring compliance with established standards and policies. May require an advanced degree in a related area with at least 15 years of experience in the information technology field. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a Chief Information Technology Officer or a Chief Executive Officer.
Alternate Job Titles: Chief Technology Officer, Top Technology Executive, Vice President of Technology, CTO
Categories:  IT -- All , Executive and Management
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