Overview
The Assistant Vice President (AVP), Enterprise Applications is a senior leadership role within Stony Brook Medicine Information Technology, reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO). This position is responsible for the strategic leadership, governance, and operational management of the enterprise application portfolio and associated digital platforms supporting clinical, academic, and administrative functions across a complex academic health system.
Enterprise Applications Strategy & Lifecycle Management
- Develop and execute the enterprise application roadmap aligned with organizational strategic priorities
- Oversee the full lifecycle of enterprise applications (selection, implementation, optimization, and decommissioning)
- Ensure alignment across clinical, revenue cycle, academic, and administrative systems
- Promote standardization, scalability, and interoperability across the application portfolio
Governance & Portfolio Management
- Lead the enterprise application governance framework, including intake and request management, prioritization and funding alignment, lifecycle and performance oversight
- Maintain and govern the enterprise application inventory and service catalog
- Ensure all applications meet regulatory, compliance, audit, and reporting requirements
- Serve as a delegate of the CIO in governance, planning, and escalation forums as appropriate
Digital Platforms & User Experience
- Provide strategic and operational oversight of enterprise digital platforms, including technologies that support patient engagement and access, clinical workflows and provider experience, staff productivity and administrative efficiency
- Ensure seamless integration and alignment of applications across workflows and user experiences
- Drive continuous improvement in usability, workflow efficiency, and system adoption
Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Automation Enablement
- Identify, evaluate, and prioritize AI and automation opportunities within enterprise applications
- Establish and enforce governance processes for AI-related initiatives, including risk assessment, compliance validation, security and privacy review, and ensuring responsible deployment in alignment with institutional policies and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with clinical, operational, and analytics stakeholders to assess the value and readiness of AI-driven solutions
Vendor, Contract, and Financial Stewardship
- Oversee enterprise application vendor relationships and contract lifecycle management
- Participate in vendor selection, evaluation, and performance management
- Ensure effective financial stewardship of application-related budgets and investments
- Develop business cases and support cost optimization strategies, particularly in SaaS and cloud-based solutions
Operational Performance & Service Delivery
- Ensure the reliability, performance, and availability of enterprise applications
- Establish and monitor service performance expectations, including uptime, incident management, and issue resolution
- Oversee change management, release management, and upgrade processes to minimize operational disruption
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with IT and institutional leadership, including the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for infrastructure and architecture alignment, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for security and compliance, and Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO) and Chief Nursing Information Officer (CNIO) for clinical alignment
- Collaborate with business and operational stakeholders to ensure alignment with institutional priorities
- Support enterprise integration efforts across multiple hospitals, ambulatory sites, and academic entities
Leadership & Organizational Development
- Provide leadership and direction to application directors, managers, and professional staff
- Promote a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and service excellence
- Support workforce planning, professional development, and succession planning
- Establish consistent operating models and performance expectations across teams
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in healthcare IT or enterprise technology environments
- Minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience overseeing enterprise applications or platforms
- Demonstrated experience managing large-scale enterprise application portfolios across clinical, revenue cycle, and administrative domains
- Experience leading complex implementations in multi-hospital or academic health system environments
- Strong knowledge of application lifecycle management, governance frameworks, and vendor management
- Familiarity with healthcare regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, HITECH)
- Knowledge of interoperability standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR, APIs)
- Demonstrated leadership and organizational management skills
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Experience in an academic medical center or large integrated health system
- Experience with enterprise EHR platforms (e.g., Oracle Health/Cerner Millennium, Epic)
- Experience with revenue cycle, ERP, and ancillary clinical systems
- Experience with digital transformation initiatives and application rationalization efforts
- Familiarity with cloud-based application strategies and SaaS environments
- Experience supporting AI-enabled technologies and governance frameworks within healthcare
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services
- Complete an electronic reference check with a minimum of three professional references
- Successfully complete a 4‑panel drug screen
- Meet regulatory requirements for pre-employment screenings
- Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s)
EEO Statement
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
Compensation
- Salary range: $230,000 – $300,000 per year
- Additional compensation includes generous leave, health plans, and a state pension
Job Details
- Official Job Title: TH Associate Administrator
- Primary Location: US-NY-Stony Brook
- Department/Hiring Area: Information Technology SBUH
- Schedule: Full-time
- Salary Grade: MP3