Virtual Chief Technology Officer

About this Position Net at Work is seeking an experienced Virtual Chief Technology Officer (vCTO) to serve as a trusted strategic advisor to our Managed Services clients. In this highly consultative role, you'll partner directly with executive leadership teams to align technology strategies with business objectives, helping organizations maximize the value of their technology investments while preparing for future growth. Rather than providing day-to-day technical support, you'll guide long-term technology planning, digital transformation initiatives, governance, cloud strategy, cybersecurity, infrastructure modernization, and executive decision-making. You'll work alongside our Managed Services, Engineering, Professional Services, Cybersecurity, and Sales teams to ensure every technology recommendation is practical, scalable, secure, and aligned with client business goals. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned technology leader who enjoys combining executive consulting, business strategy, and technology leadership to drive meaningful outcomes for clients. Job Responsibilities Strategic Technology Leadership Serve as the executive technology advisor for a portfolio of Managed Services clients. Develop and maintain multi-year technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives. Guide technology investment decisions, budgeting, and digital transformation initiatives. Lead Executive Business Reviews (EBRs) and strategic planning sessions. Translate complex technical concepts into clear business recommendations for executive stakeholders. Measure progress against strategic initiatives using business-focused KPIs. Technology Governance & Advisory Establish governance standards that improve security, scalability, and operational efficiency. Evaluate client environments against Net at Work best practices and industry standards. Identify technology gaps and recommend strategic improvement plans. Promote technology standardization to reduce complexity and improve supportability. Technology Architecture Assess current environments and recommend modernization opportunities. Advise clients on cloud strategy, Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, networking, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications. Validate architecture decisions for performance, security, scalability, and long-term sustainability. Executive Client Partnership Build trusted relationships with executive leadership teams. Partner closely with Engineering, Managed Services, Professional Services, Cybersecurity, and Sales to deliver strategic client outcomes. Support business development through executive presentations, assessments, and technology strategy discussions. Continuous Improvement Conduct technology health assessments and maturity reviews. Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through automation, governance, documentation, and process improvements. Monitor lifecycle planning, technology risk, compliance, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity initiatives. Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 8+ years of progressive experience in technology leadership, consulting, or strategic advisory roles. Previous experience as a CIO, CTO, IT Director, Enterprise Architect, Solutions Architect, Technology Consultant, or similar executive technology leadership position. Proven experience developing technology roadmaps, governance frameworks, and executive technology strategies. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, AWS, infrastructure and networking, cybersecurity frameworks, enterprise applications, backup and disaster recovery, IT governance and compliance, and technology lifecycle management. Excellent executive presence with the ability to influence C-suite stakeholders. Outstanding communication, presentation, and consultative problem-solving skills. Experience within a Managed Services Provider (MSP) or consulting organization strongly preferred. Certifications such as CISSP, ITIL, PMP, Microsoft Azure, AWS, or TOGAF are a plus Why Join Net at Work? At Net at Work, you'll work alongside some of the industry's brightest technology professionals while helping organizations transform the way they operate. Advise executive leaders on meaningful technology decisions. Work with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries. Influence strategic technology initiatives with measurable business impact. Grow your career within one of North America's leading technology consulting organizations. Collaborate in a supportive, innovative, and people-first culture. Customer Requirements This job may require access to customer information, systems, and/or premises. As a result, this job may require customer approval for such access as an essential job function. Core Competencies Client Champion – Relentlessly exceed client expectations. Consistently anticipate needs to deliver valuable solutions and extraordinary outcomes. Problem Solver – Smart, analytical, inquisitive, knowledge-seeker that thrives on a challenge. Promise Keeper – Place high value on keeping our word and doing the right thing. Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and commitment. Collaborative Integrator –Team player, unifier, relationship-oriented, win-win seeker, exemplify the concept of relationships through trust and unity. Driven Intrapreneur – Exceed goals using independent creative thinking, optimism, self-confidence, and a can-do attitude. Inspiring Coach – Help employees, clients and partners using knowledge, expertise, experience, and situational fluency. Compensation and Benefits Base salary range: $130,000 to $135,000. This position is also eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan. Please note that the quoted pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) experience, including industry or product-specific experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, and/or other applicable laws. We provide competitive, affordable, and diverse benefit programs that support your total health – from healthy body to healthy mind. These benefits support you and your family in all aspects of life: Health and Welfare (Medical, Dental, Vision) Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Life and AD&D Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Transportation and Parking Accounts Health Savings Accounts (with company contribution) Retirement Planning (401k with matching contribution) Legal Benefits Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Wellness Program Offerings Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period based on years of service starting at 15 days annually. 8 Paid Holidays per year, including 1 floating holiday. The compensation and benefits information is accurate of the date of this posting and subject to plan eligibility. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. The Company expects to accept applications for this position until August 9, 2026 but encourages interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. We will review this information and one of our Talent Acquisition professionals will reach out if your background aligns to the positions. EOE/Diversity & Inclusion Statement Net at Work is dedicated to unleashing the power and potential of our employees and teams by creating a vibrant and inclusive workplace where each employee can be their best. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We embrace and encourage equitable treatment of our employees and strive to create a work environment free of discrimination at all organizational levels and in all forms. Net at Work recognizes the rights of all individuals to mutual respect and the acceptance of others without biases based on differences of any kind. Net at Work is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair hiring practices and to creating a welcoming environment for all team members that is free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Net at Work are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. About Net at Work Founded in 1996, Net at Work is one of North America’s largest technology advisors and solution providers for small and mid-size businesses. Our award-winning consultancy offers a rich portfolio of next-generation technology, industry expertise, implementation and managed services to help organizations derive value from the transformative benefits of technology. Through the integration of ERP, HCM and/or CRM solutions, Net at Work offers unique, industry-specific solutions and operation platforms that enable companies to compete more effectively in today’s digital economy.