About the Company:
Silpa Companies, LLC is a national IT consulting and staffing firm empowering organizations across multiple industries through a blend of AI adoption, Master Data Management, Data & Analytics, Cybersecurity, Cloud Engineering, DevSecOps/GitOps, Fractional C-Suite leadership, Digital Transformation, and M&A advisory for private equity and software ventures.
We proudly serve clients in the following sectors:
- Legal Services
- Healthcare
- Accounting & Finance
- Energy, Oil & Gas
- Engineering & Construction
- Retail & Consumer Services
- Information Technology
About the Role:
Silpa Recruiting, a subsidiary of Silpa Companies, LLC, is dedicated to connecting top-tier professionals with forward-thinking organizations. We specialize in placing exceptional talent in roles where they can thrive, drive innovation, and accelerate business growth.
Silpa Recruiting offers direct hire, contract-to-hire, and temporary staffing and consulting engagements, providing clients with flexibility and specialized expertise. We are actively expanding our C-Suite consulting practice across the United States; offering opportunities for both part-time and full-time consulting engagements.
If you are an experienced C-suite executive (or ready to take the next step into executive leadership) we encourage you to apply. We also assist our clients in hiring full-time leadership roles, so applicants seeking permanent opportunities are equally welcome.
Here is a CIO job description below for the backgrounds we typically look for:
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive IT strategy that supports the organization’s long-term goals, fosters innovation, and drives operational efficiency.
- Technology Oversight: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of all IT systems, including hardware, software, networks, and cybersecurity protocols.
- Digital Transformation: Lead initiatives to modernize legacy systems, adopt emerging technologies (for example: AI, cloud computing, data analytics), and enhance the organization’s digital capabilities.
- Team Management: Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing IT team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Budget Management: Develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources while delivering maximum value to the organization.
- Risk Management: Implement robust cybersecurity measures and disaster recovery plans to safeguard company data and ensure compliance with relevant regulations (for example: GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with C-suite executives, department heads, and external vendors to align IT initiatives with business needs and deliver seamless technology solutions.
- Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of IT systems and processes, reporting progress to the executive team and board.
- Vendor Management: Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with technology vendors, service providers, and consultants to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA preferred).
- Experience: Minimum of 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior executive role (for example: CIO, CTO, or equivalent).
- Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and enterprise systems (for example: ERP, CRM).
- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage large-scale projects, and inspire a culture of innovation and excellence.
- Business Acumen: Deep understanding of how technology drives business outcomes, with experience aligning IT strategies to revenue growth and operational success.
- Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Certifications (preferred): PMP, CISSP, ITIL, or other relevant certifications.
