Chief Technology Officer

Location: Winchester, VA
Job Type: Full-Time | Executive Leadership
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM Eastern Time
Work Arrangement: On-site; hybrid arrangements may be considered for candidates outside the local area
Relocation Assistance: Available
Industry: Defense, Telecommunications & Technology Services

We are seeking an experienced, hands‑on Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead engineering operations, drive technology strategy, and oversee the delivery of secure, reliable, and innovative technology solutions.

This is an executive leadership opportunity for a technically accomplished professional who thrives as both a strategic leader and a hands‑on contributor. The ideal candidate is a true player-coach who can develop technology strategies, lead engineering teams, solve complex technical challenges, and remain actively involved in technical operations and project execution.

The organization provides technology and communications solutions across three primary business areas:

• Commercial Managed Services Provider (MSP)
• Public Safety Communications, including Next Generation 911 (NG9-1-1)
• Independent Technology Testing and Interoperability Services

The CTO will oversee engineering teams supporting managed services, federal consulting initiatives, and NG9-1-1 interoperability testing. The successful candidate will bring extensive expertise in IP networking, cybersecurity, Voice over IP (VoIP), and mission‑critical public safety communications.

• Develop and execute technology strategies aligned with organizational goals and business objectives.
• Translate high‑level business requirements into actionable engineering roadmaps, technical solutions, and deployment plans.
• Serve as a hands‑on technical leader, providing expertise and guidance on complex engineering challenges.
• Oversee engineering activities supporting managed IT services, federal consulting projects, and public safety communications.
• Evaluate existing technology infrastructure, identify areas for improvement, and implement scalable, secure solutions.
• Partner with executive leadership to establish technical priorities, evaluate emerging technologies, and support business growth.

• Direct daily engineering operations to ensure projects are completed efficiently, securely, and within established timelines.
• Manage engineering resources, project milestones, technical deliverables, and operational budgets.
• Establish performance standards, technical procedures, and accountability measures across engineering teams.
• Monitor project progress, resolve technical obstacles, and ensure successful deployment of technology solutions.
• Maintain high standards for service reliability, system availability, technical performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Balance strategic planning responsibilities with direct involvement in technical problem‑solving and operational execution.

• Provide technical leadership in IP networking, network architecture, cybersecurity, and telecommunications systems.
• Oversee cybersecurity initiatives designed to protect critical infrastructure, communication platforms, and client environments.
• Evaluate and strengthen network security, operational resilience, and technology risk management practices.
• Guide engineering teams in troubleshooting complex network, security, and communication system challenges.
• Ensure engineering solutions meet applicable security requirements, technical standards, and client expectations.

• Provide technical oversight of Voice over IP (VoIP) systems and telecommunications…