Chief Information Officer

About the OrganizationOur client is a nationally recognized public sector consulting and technology-enabled services firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. The organization works with state and local government agencies to deliver advisory services, technology implementation, program administration, and operational improvement that directly impact vulnerable populations.The firm maintains a mission-driven, collaborative culture grounded in integrity and measurable outcomes. Senior leadership is deeply engaged in strategic growth, innovation, and long-term value creation across multiple business lines.Position OverviewThe Chief Information Officer reports directly to the President and CEO and serves on the senior management team. As the firm’s senior-most technology executive, the CIO leads a corporate technology organization of approximately 100 professionals and is the trusted advisor and final point of decision on enterprise technology matters.Because technology is central to how the firm delivers its solutions, the role more closely resembles a CIO at a technology or technology-enabled services company than a traditional back-office IT leader. The firm is seeking a leader who will build on a strong operational foundation while expanding the strategic impact of technology, including AI, proprietary solutions, and intellectual property.Candidates based in the Boston area or the Northeast are preferred. The role includes regular travel to headquarters and other offices nationally.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic LeadershipDevelop and execute a technology strategy aligned with growth goalsServe as senior technology advisor to the CEO and leadership teamSet enterprise technology standards and governance across business linesInnovation, Data & AIDrive adoption of new technologies that create competitive advantageIdentify opportunities for proprietary technology and intellectual propertyLead the firm’s AI function, strategy, and governanceTechnology Operations & InfrastructureOversee infrastructure, service desk, architecture, and enterprise systemsOversee software development across onshore and offshore teamsInvestment, Risk & GovernanceOptimize technology investments and lead vendor managementManage technology risk, IT audits, and regulatory complianceSupport RFP responses and lead technology integration for acquisitionsThe successful candidate will bring15+ years of technology leadership, including as CIO reporting to the CEOCIO experience at a technology or tech-enabled services company of similar scaleBackground serving education, health, or human services markets, or selling into state and local government, strongly preferredExperience with modern infrastructure, cloud, and offshore development teamsPractical understanding of AI strategy and governanceFinancial, operational, M&A, RFP, and vendor management experienceCollaborative, service-oriented leadership and strong presentation skillsBachelor’s in computer science, engineering, or related field; MBA preferredThe anticipated salary range is $350,000–$425,000, commensurate with experience, plus benefits.