Virtual Chief Information Officer, vCIO

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Virtual Chief Information Officer (vCIO) providing strategic technology consulting to clients. Focus on client operations, workflows, and long-term goals through effective IT management.

Posted 6/18/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Obtain and maintain deep knowledge of the client’s business, workflows, and priorities.
Conduct ongoing discovery of the client’s business model, organizational structure, goals, and challenges.
Collaborate with clients to map out current vs. desired-state workflows.
Analyze client business processes and identify areas for improvement through technology.
Design and maintain a short-term and long-term strategic roadmap profile for each client.
Assist with onboarding new clients and perform 90-day reviews to ensure successful and correct implementation of services purchased.
Lead regular strategic review meetings with clients to revisit goals, review IT performance, and refine plans.
Design and present technology proposals including generating quotes.
Develop remediation strategies and process improvements to prevent recurring issues/incidents.
Work with the Technical Alignment Manager to identify misalignments with EO and industry standards
Assist with security policies, compliance frameworks (HIPAA, SOC 2, PCI), and business continuity planning.
Guide cybersecurity strategy (e.g., backup, MFA, endpoint protection).
Help clients prepare for change by communicating business impact and training needs for IT changes.
Support successful adoption of new technologies by aligning implementation with workflow needs.
Provide business-level insight to support training, communication, and engagement plans.
Build and nurture strong, collaborative, long-term relationships with clients and end users.
Attend regular meetings and conduct monthly “soft-check-ins" to ensure client satisfaction
Communicate with key stakeholders to address and resolve concerns related to client/contract/service risks.
Proactively managing license, contract, and subscription renewals to ensure continuity and client/partner satisfaction.

Requirements

What you’ll need

MUST have experience as a Solutions Engineer
10+ years of experience in IT including 5+ years of leadership and client-facing roles.
A bachelor’s degree in Business or related field.
Prior experience working with Managed Service Providers and B2B account management
Vast understanding and experience of business operations and finance
Vast knowledge of various IT products and solutions
Experience working with regulatory frameworks and governing bodies (HIPAA, SOC, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to provide both strategic direction and operational support to clients and team members.
Strong organizational and technical problem-solving skills.
Experience prioritizing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
Dedicated to customer service and satisfaction.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401K + employer match
Paid time off and holidays
Opportunities for career growth and development
Training and certification support

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Hard Skills & Tools

Solutions EngineerIT experiencebusiness operationsfinanceregulatory frameworksHIPAASOC 2PCIcybersecurity strategyprocess improvements

Soft Skills

leadershipclient-facingorganizational skillstechnical problem-solvingcommunication skillsinterpersonal skillscustomer servicestrategic directionoperational supportrelationship building