Burlingame: Information Technology Manager (20658534) 1. Local governments often operate with stringent budget constraints and an expectation of long-term value from IT investments. How would you approach developing a strategic IT roadmap for our city, ensuring it aligns with our service goals while being fiscally responsible and demonstrating clear ROI to non-technical stakeholders (e.g., city council, department heads)? In your response include your experience managing a multi-million-dollar IT budget. 2. Cybersecurity is a paramount concern for local government due to the sensitive nature of citizen data and the criticality of public services. Explain how you establish and uphold strong cybersecurity with the workforce at your current and past organizations. 3. You will interact with various departments (e.g., Public Works, Police, Finance, Parks & Rec) and elected officials who may have varying levels of technical understanding and competing priorities. How do you effectively communicate IT initiatives, gather requirements, manage expectations, and gain buy-in from diverse non-technical stakeholders within a political environment?
