vCIO

In-Telecom; Slidell (LA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

401k

Job summary

In-Telecom Consulting, LLC is seeking a Virtual CIO / Solutions Architect to provide strategic IT leadership and presales design for SMB clients in a hybrid role.

The role combines executive advisory with hands-on Azure and SharePoint architecture, guiding migrations, roadmaps, and executive conversations while strengthening governance, security, and adoption programs.

Applicants should demonstrate excellent communication and the ability to convert complex tech into measurable business value.

Qualifications

• 7+ years IT experience in MSP/consulting or vCIO roles.
• Hands-on Azure presales design and migration experience.
• SharePoint Online architecture and adoption expertise.
• Experience presenting to executives and decision-makers.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks (CMMC, HIPAA, NIST, SOC 2).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic IT leadership and roadmaps for SMB clients.
• Lead presales efforts including Azure/SharePoint solutions.
• Guide migrations, security governance, and cost optimization.
• Prepare proposals, SOWs, and executive-ready communications.
• Collaborate with CSMS and Engineering for proofs-of-concept.
• Assist with vendor reviews and contract assessments.
• Support quarterly business reviews and client updates.

Skills

vCIO experience

Azure design

SharePoint Online

Presales skills

Executive communication

Cost optimization

Tools

ConnectWise

ScalePad

Hudu

ImmyPot

HumanizeIT

Job description

In-Telecom is seeking a Virtual CIO / Solutions Architect to deliver strategic IT leadership and presales solution design for SMB clients. This hybrid role combines executive-level advisory (vCIO) with technical presales expertise (Solutions Architect), ensuring technology investments align with business goals and long-term growth.

In-Telecom is seeking a Virtual CIO / Solutions Architect to deliver strategic IT leadership and presales solution design for SMB clients. This hybrid role combines executive-level advisory (vCIO) with technical presales expertise (Solutions Architect), ensuring technology investments align with business goals and long-term growth. While the role spans infrastructure, security, and governance, deep expertise in Microsoft Azure and SharePoint is critical. The vCIO/SA will design cloud and collaboration solutions, guide migrations, and support adoption strategies, while also helping CSMs deliver roadmaps, QBRs, and executive-level conversations.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic IT Leadership (in support of CSMs)
• Partner with CSMs to deliver multi-year technology roadmaps and strategy sessions.
• Provide budget forecasting, lifecycle planning, and IT governance frameworks.
• Conduct infrastructure and environment assessments, recommending optimization strategies.
• Support CSMs in preparing Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and client executive updates.
• Assist with vendor and contract reviews, ensuring client technology partnerships drive measurable value.
• Help identify opportunities for business process improvement and automation.

Solutions Architecture & Presales Responsibilities (Azure & SharePoint Focus)

• Design, scope, and price Azure solutions: migrations, IaaS/PaaS workloads, identity/security, backup/recovery, and cost optimization.
• Lead SharePoint solution design: migrations, structure/permissions, governance, workflows, and integration with Microsoft 365.
• Create technical presentations, proposals, and SOWs tailored to SMB and Mid-Market client needs.
• Collaborate with CSMs and Engineering to deliver proof-of-concept deployments and validate client solutions.
• Support BAEs CSMs with training on Azure/SharePoint opportunities to strengthen presales capability across the team.
• Remain current on emerging technologies and recommend adoption strategies aligned with In-Telecom’s standard stack.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• 7+ years of progressive IT experience in MSP, consulting, vCIO, or Solutions Architect roles.
• Hands-on expertise in Azure solution design and presales (VMs, networking, storage, AD/Entra, security, governance).
• Strong background in SharePoint Online architecture and adoption (site collections, permissions, migration, workflows).
• Broad understanding of infrastructure, networking, VoIP, managed services, and cybersecurity.
• Proven ability to present technical solutions to executives and decision-makers in business terms.
• Skilled in needs assessment, consultative analysis, and scoping projects into cost-effective solutions.
• Excellent persuasive writing and communication skills for proposals and roadmaps.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks (CMMC, HIPAA, NIST, SOC 2)
• Collaborative, with a “can do, will help” mindset.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certifications: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), Azure Administrator (AZ-104), Microsoft 365 Collaboration.
• Experience with Connectwise RMM/PSA platforms, ScalePad, H umanizeIT, Hudu, and ImmyPot

Job Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 401k

In-Telecom Consulting, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.