Chief Information Officer

Searchability®; Sydney; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic IT leader for a vCIO position. This role involves guiding businesses on their IT journey while ensuring alignment between technology and business goals. You will be responsible for developing IT roadmaps, managing projects, and engaging with stakeholders to translate technical needs into business outcomes. Join a globally connected MSP that values collaboration and innovation, and play a key role in shaping the future of IT for diverse clients. If you are passionate about technology and client success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a vCIO or IT Manager role in an MSP environment.
• Strong background in IT strategy and project management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technology roadmaps to support business goals.
• Manage IT projects from planning through execution.

Skills

IT strategy

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Budget management

Tools

Microsoft 365

Azure

Cybersecurity

Networking

Cloud infrastructure

Job description

This range is provided by Searchability. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

A$150,000.00/yr - A$150,000.00/yr

Connecting Australian MSPs with MSP talent

vCIO

Client-Facing | Strategy & Roadmaps | MSP with Global Reach

• Sydney-Based | Client Side Role
• Shape IT Strategy & Drive Business Outcomes for Clients

Are you a strategic IT leader who thrives in a client-facing role? This is an opportunity to step into a vCIO position, guiding businesses on their IT journey while being backed by a globally connected MSP.

WHO ARE WE?

We are a growing MSP with a global reach, providing strategic IT solutions to clients across various industries. Our approach goes beyond traditional support; we partner with our clients to align technology with business goals, ensuring their IT investments drive long-term success.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

As a vCIO, you will work client-side, acting as a trusted advisor and overseeing their IT strategy, roadmaps, and project delivery. You’ll bridge the gap between technical solutions and business objectives, ensuring that IT investments align with their future growth.

• IT Roadmaps & Strategy – Develop and maintain technology roadmaps to support business goals.
• Project Oversight – Manage IT projects from planning through execution, ensuring seamless delivery.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Work closely with client executives, translating technical needs into business outcomes.
• Vendor & Budget Management – Oversee IT budgets, licensing, and vendor relationships to optimise costs and service levels.
• Risk & Compliance – Ensure IT security, governance, and compliance align with industry best practices.
• Technical Leadership – Collaborate with internal teams to ensure the right solutions are implemented.

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE...

• Experience in a vCIO, IT Manager, or similar client-facing role within an MSP environment.
• Strong background in IT strategy, roadmaps, and project management.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, cybersecurity, networking, and cloud infrastructure.
• Ability to engage at the executive level, advising on IT investment and business alignment.
• Proven experience managing budgets, vendors, and IT governance.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, able to translate tech into business language.

TO BE CONSIDERED...

Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly at [e-mail]. For further information, please call me on 0485 858 848. I am available between 7am and 10pm to assist. If I’m unavailable, leave a message, and either I or one of my colleagues will get back to you.

By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting and Information Services