As the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will be instrumental in shaping the strategy and solution development for the Citizen Security & Public Services Sector (CSPS). You will craft and implement IT strategies tailored to the Federal Civilian market, translating organizational needs into effective, best-in-class solutions that drive both mission success for our customers and growth for CSPS. With a blend of strong technical expertise, operational excellence, and an entrepreneurial mindset, you’ll embrace an outcome-focused approach to problem-solving. Collaborating closely with both internal teams and external stakeholders, you’ll develop and deploy strategic solutions to address complex challenges. You are a technology evangelist and industry thought leader.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy and roadmap for the sector, ensuring seamless alignment with leadership, business goals, and organizational objectives.
- Build and refine a high-performing technology organization, incorporating the necessary functions to drive contract growth while cultivating a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
- Partner with leadership, business units, and stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of their technology needs and lead technology-enabled business initiatives.
- Clearly articulate and communicate the technology strategy and key performance indicators (KPIs) to all relevant stakeholders.
- Establish and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and technology vendors, to foster collaboration and mutual success.
- Analyze customer challenges and design innovative, tailored solutions that address their most pressing issues and support their mission objectives.
- Continuously evaluate emerging solutions and services to ensure the adoption of the most relevant innovations.
- Oversee the technology budget, ensuring prudent management of technology-related expenses and alignment with the sector’s growth strategy.
- Lead the development and deployment of cutting-edge technology solutions across the sector’s diverse portfolio, ensuring they meet the needs of both customers and business objectives.
- Collaborate with fellow executive team members to identify new business opportunities and strategic partnerships, offering guidance and support throughout the business growth lifecycle.
- Stay ahead of technology trends, industry shifts, and best practices to ensure the sector remains at the forefront of innovation.
- Provide strategic insights and recommendations on a broad spectrum of technical matters, helping to guide decision-making and long-term planning.
- Advise on emerging technological research areas and advancements that align with both short- and long-term goals.
- Manage the technology budget effectively, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and in line with sector objectives, while maintaining cost-effective solutions.
- Lead innovation forums to foster cross-sector collaboration and drive internal partnerships, accelerating the pace of technological advancement.
- Represent the organization as a thought leader at industry events, conferences, and forums, contributing valuable insights to the broader technological community.
- Spearhead the integration of AI technologies to advance operational efficiency and enhance customer value.
- Drive technological growth and advancements in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, creating strategic differentiation and delivering measurable value for customers.
