Chief Information Officer

Technology Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute a future-oriented IT strategy aligned with the firm’s business model and growth objectives.
• Act as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on technology trends, emerging tools (including AI), and digital opportunities.
• Lead the digital transformation roadmap, with a focus on automation, AI-driven efficiency, and data intelligence.

IT Operations & Infrastructure

• Oversee global IT operations, ensuring secure, stable, and scalable systems (network, cloud, hardware, applications, collaboration tools).
• Drive modernization initiatives, including cloud migration, system consolidation, and infrastructure optimization.
• Ensure high service availability, business continuity, and reliable support across global offices.

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

• Design and implement a robust cybersecurity strategy, including policies, governance, and monitoring.
• Lead risk assessments, compliance programs, and data protection initiatives (GDPR, ISO standards, client requirements).
• Manage incident response and ensure continuous improvement of cyber resilience.

Enterprise Applications & Data Management

• Oversee the application landscape (ERP, CRM, HRIS, project management, knowledge management systems).
• Drive integration, automation, and system enhancements to support consulting workflows.
• Define a data strategy that improves analytics, reporting, decision support, and data quality.

Stakeholder Engagement & Consulting Enablement

• Partner with client-facing teams to enable new digital offerings and support technology-driven consulting services.
• Collaborate with Finance, HR, Operations, and Practice Leaders to identify and deliver technology solutions that strengthen productivity and profitability.
• Manage external vendors, technology providers, and implementation partners.

Team Leadership & Budget Management

• Lead and develop a high-performing global IT team, fostering innovation, accountability, and service excellence.
• Oversee IT budgeting, cost control, vendor negotiations, and investment planning.
• Build a culture of continuous improvement and digital adoption across the firm.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including serving as CIO, CTO, or Head of IT.
• Experience in a consulting, professional services, or fast-paced matrix environment strongly preferred.
• Proven track record in leading digital transformation, cloud strategy, enterprise systems, and cybersecurity.
• Strong understanding of business operations, financial management, and organizational change.
• Experience in managing global IT teams and vendor ecosystems.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate technology topics for executive and non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI adoption and automation initiatives.
• Familiarity with security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST) and compliance environments.
• Consulting industry knowledge (project delivery models, client data requirements, professional services automation tools).
• Certification(s) such as ITIL, PMP, CISSP, or cloud certifications.