Chief Information Officer

Strategic Growth Partners is committed to upholding our company values and ensuring data confidentiality. We provide robust services to our clients across multiple time zones and foster a collaborative, innovative, and diverse work environment.

Strategic Growth Partners (SGP) is seeking a Chief Information Officer who will be responsible for leading and managing the Company’s IT & Cybersecurity (“IT & CS”) Division, including overall strategy, operations, service delivery, client engagement, financial performance, and internal technology leadership.

The CIO is expected to operate as both a strategic leader and operational executive, helping guide the continued growth, maturity, scalability, and effectiveness of the Company’s technology and cybersecurity capabilities.

Workplace Type: Remote.

Compensation: W-2. $150,000 - $220,000 per year.

Key Responsibilities:

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.

Internal CIO Responsibilities:

• 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.

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent responsibilities.

• 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.

• Perform other leadership, operational, strategic, or technology-related responsibilities as reasonably assigned by the Company.

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.

SGP is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities.