Job Title: Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Job Type: FullTime
Reports To: CEO / Executive Leadership Team
CTO Job Overview:
GST is seeking an innovative and strategic Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead our technology vision and serving both internal operations and external client engagements. This role requires a dynamic leader who can oversee the development and implementation of a robust internal IT strategy while acting as a trusted advisor to clients on IT vision strategy security and compliance. The CTO will bridge the gap between cuttingedge technology solutions and practical business outcomes ensuring alignment with GSTs goals and our client needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Internal IT Strategy 30
- Technology Leadership: Define and execute the companys internal IT roadmap ensuring scalable secure and efficient systems to support business operations and growth.
- Infrastructure Oversight: Manage and optimize IT infrastructure including cloud services networks and enterprise software to ensure reliability and performance.
- Security & Compliance: Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies disaster recovery plans and maintain our compliance frameworks (ISO27001 NIST800171 CMMC L2 to protect company data and systems.
- Team Management: Lead mentor and grow the internal IT team fostering a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Budget & Vendor Management: Oversee IT budgets evaluate technology investments and negotiate with vendors to maximize ROI and operational efficiency.
- Digital Transformation: Drive the adoption of emerging technologies (e.g. AI automation) to enhance internal processes and productivity.
External ClientFacing Responsibilities 70
- Strategic Advisor: Partner with clients to develop longterm IT strategies that align with their business objectives providing thought leadership on technology trends and solutions.
- Vision & Innovation: Articulate a compelling technology vision for clients translating complex technical concepts into actionable plans that drive competitive advantage.
- Security Consulting: Advise clients on cybersecurity best practices risk assessments and mitigation strategies to safeguard their operations.
- Compliance Guidance: Assist clients in achieving and maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g. GDPR HIPAA PCIDSS) relevant to their sectors.
- Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders acting as a trusted partner and technical expert.
- Solution Development: Collaborate with sales and product teams to design tailored technology solutions that meet client needs and enhance service offerings.
- Vendor Management: Partner with GSTs leading vendor partners to advise and sell technology solutions and services.
- Digital Transformation: Drive the adoption of emerging technologies (e.g. AI automation) to enhance internal processes and productivity for our clients.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 10 years of progressive experience in technology leadership roles with at least 5 years in a senior IT position (e.g. CTO VP of IT or similar). Experience in both internal IT management and clientfacing consulting is highly preferred.
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of IT infrastructure cloud computing (AWS Azure Google Cloud) cybersecurity software development and enterprise systems.
- Security & Compliance: Proven track record of implementing security protocols and achieving compliance with industry standards.
- Leadership Skills: Strong ability to lead crossfunctional teams manage stakeholders and inspire technical and nontechnical audiences.
- ClientFacing Acumen: Exceptional communication and consulting skills with experience advising Clevel executives and translating technical strategies into business value.
- Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field; Masters degree or MBA preferred.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP CISM PMP ITIL) are a plus.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic thinking and problemsolving
- Ability to balance internal operational needs with external client demands
- Expertise in risk management and cybersecurity
- Strong business acumen and customercentric mindset
- Adaptability to emerging technologies and market trends
Required Experience:
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