strategic-growth-partners - Chief Information Officer

• IT & Cybersecurity Division Leadership: • Lead and manage the IT & CS Division, including employees, consultants, subcontractors, vendors, strategic partners, and other supporting resources. • Establish divisional priorities, operational standards, service delivery expectations, and overall strategic direction. • Build, develop, and mentor the IT & CS team while supporting accountability, responsiveness, and continuous improvement. • Assist with resource planning, staffing strategy, organizational structure, and scaling of the Division as the Company grows. • Client & Service Delivery Management: • Oversee delivery and execution of all IT & CS-related client services, engagements, support activities, and special projects. • Manage client relationships related to IT, cybersecurity, compliance, infrastructure, systems, and related technology initiatives. • Support the development, implementation, and management of cybersecurity, compliance, and governance-related initiatives, including CMMC, NIST, Microsoft 365 security, GRC, and related efforts. • Support the scoping, planning, execution, and oversight of approved Special Projects, Task Orders, and technology initiatives. • Coordinate with other Divisions and leadership teams to support cross-functional client delivery efforts. • Operational & Financial Management: • Manage the overall operational and financial performance of the IT & CS Division. • Assist with development and oversight of divisional budgets, forecasting, pricing strategy, resource allocation, vendor management, and overall profitability. • Support management of divisional P&L performance and strategic growth initiatives. • Assist with identifying operational efficiencies, process improvements, and scalable service delivery models. • Serve as the Company’s internal CIO and strategic technology leader for Strategic Growth Partners. • Support the Senior Leadership Team (“SLT”) with internal technology planning, cybersecurity strategy, operational improvements, systems evaluation, and related initiatives. • Oversee and support internal IT & Cybersecurity operations, infrastructure, systems, vendors, and related support activities for the Company. • Assist leadership with technology-related decision-making, risk management, compliance initiatives, and long-term strategic planning. • Emerging Technologies & AI Leadership: • Define and lead strategy for emerging technologies, including AI, automation, and advanced analytics. • Identify and scale high-impact AI use cases aligned to business objectives. • Establish governance for responsible, secure, and compliant AI adoption. • Partner with business leaders to embed AI into core processes and decision-making. • Build and oversee capabilities, talent, and platforms to support AI at scale • Core Competencies: • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. • Sound judgment and ability to operate effectively in high-demand environments. • Polished written and verbal communication skills, including comfort engaging with senior leadership and clients. • Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to identify gaps and drive improvements. • Ability to adapt quickly and operate effectively in dynamic environments with frequent context switching. • Operate in alignment with Company leadership, values, confidentiality expectations, and professional standards. • Maintain strong communication and collaboration across Divisions, clients, partners, and leadership teams. • Support a responsive, solutions-oriented, and client-focused operational environment. • Additional Expectations: • Maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive client information. • Establish and maintain consistent working availability to support internal collaboration and client responsiveness across multiple time zones. • Occasional travel may be required for client engagements, team meetings, or strategic initiatives.