Interim Chief Information/Technology Officer (New York City)

Job Description

Job Description

Location: New York, NY (Onsite)

Employment Type: Consulting/Contract (Hourly – Proposal-Based Position)

Contract Duration: Anticipated one (1) year engagement with the possibility of renewal for an additional year, contingent upon contract award and client need.

Compensation: Hourly consulting rate commensurate with experience and aligned with proposal and contract guidelines.

Company Overview:

As one of the Washington Metropolitan area’s fastest growing IT companies, we are always looking for creative, passionate and responsible employees. We acknowledge that intelligent, dedicated employees are our greatest asset and are continuously adding to our talented and diverse team. If you feel innovation, integrity and a drive to deliver are key components to success, we invite you to become Enlightened.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Interim Chief Technology Officer / Chief Information Officer (CTO/CIO) consultant to provide executive-level leadership over enterprise IT operations, technology strategy, and critical systems performance. This is a proposal-based opportunity contingent upon contract award.

Candidates must provide written permission for their resume to be submitted as part of the formal proposal process if selected to move forward after screening.

Key Responsibilities

The Interim CIO/CTO consultant will:

• Develop and implement a technology strategy aligned with organizational goals and budget
• Lead and oversee technical, engineering, and infrastructure teams to ensure continuity of operations
• Ensure mission-critical IT systems remain stable, secure, and fully operational
• Provide executive oversight of cybersecurity, compliance, governance, and IT risk management
• Identify and recommend system enhancements and modernization opportunities
• Manage vendor relationships and technology partnerships
• Support talent acquisition, team development, and organizational growth initiatives
• Communicate effectively with executive stakeholders on technology priorities and protocols

Required Qualifications

Qualified candidates will demonstrate:

• An advanced degree in a technology-related field (Computer Science, Information Technology, or similar)
• Extensive executive leadership experience in enterprise IT operations and strategic planning
• Expertise in architecture, infrastructure, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
• Strong background in cybersecurity, compliance, and data governance
• Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value
• Preferred: 10+ years of executive-level IT leadership experience in large-scale or regulated environments

Proposal & Resume Submission Requirement

This opportunity supports a formal proposal response. Candidates who advance beyond the initial screening must provide explicit written consent for resume submission prior to proposal inclusion.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply through our Applicant Tracking System. A recruiter will contact selected applicants to schedule an initial screening discussion.