What is CIS?
The Computer and Information Systems department is charged with shaping and implementing Seattle Pacific University’s enterprise technology strategy, providing tools to enable the institution to fulfill its mission of engaging the culture and changing the world.
CIS oversees the areas of enterprise software systems, servers and storage, network and telecommunications, and provides technology-related support to faculty, staff, and students through the CIS HelpDesk and CIS personnel.
CIS reports to the Office of the VP for Business and Finance , however, its support role extends to all facets and departments within the university.
Who is CIS?
Do you love technology and believe it can change lives? We do! We are a creative, dynamic group of IT professionals serving the SPU faculty, staff and student community, specifically in relation to the technologies for the academic and business functions of the university. In CIS our energetic teams use innovative thinking and their passion for technology to accomplish work that is both challenging and meaningful.
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CIS Mission
To provide leadership in the strategic use of information technology to enhance CIS will empower transformational educational experiences by strategically harnessing information technology, driving both student learning outcomes and operational effectivenessefficiency through innovative leadership.
CIS Vision
SPU's use of information technology will empower, connect, and support the community in its Located in one of the nation's most innovative cities, CIS will help Seattle Pacific University create a technology-driven environment that prepares students for the future of work, while empowering, connecting, and supporting the entire community in the fulfillment of University's mission.
CIS Values
- Partnership – Build Cultivate meaningful relationships, collaborate foster collaboration, and provide expert guidance on data and technology to strengthen our collective impact.
- Customer Service – Support Deliver exceptional support to the SPU community in their use , ensuring seamless utilization of data and systems.
- Communication – Advocate for Champion the value and responsible use of technology Service – Manage and provision through effective advocacy and transparent communication.
- Service – Effectively manage and provide cutting-edge technology applications, systems, and tools to meet the diverse needs of our community.
- Innovation – Anticipate and take action on the direction of technologyProactively anticipate and embrace emerging technological advancements, taking decisive action to drive transformative progress.
- Stewardship – Make appropriate Demonstrate prudent and efficient use utilization of data and technology, ensuring resources are utilized effectively to maximize their impact.
- Security – Ensure Safeguard the confidentiality and integrity of data and systems are confidential and secure, upholding the highest standards of security to protect the SPU community.
- Reliability – Provide Deliver unwaveringly dependable and robust infrastructure, establishing a foundation of trust and dependability for all users.
- Team – Build Foster a culture of inclusion and empowerment, assembling a team of passionate professionals who are all valued, supported, and fully engaged with the SPU mission.