Virtual CIO or IT Strategy Consultant IT Executive Advisor Remote

ZIRLEN TECHNOLOGIES INCORPORATED; Armonk (NY); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Virtual CIO or IT Strategy Consultant to support municipalities in New Jersey. The role involves IT governance, compliance, cybersecurity, and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of public sector operations.

Qualifications

• Over 12 years of experience in IT consulting.
• Strong background with municipalities or public sector.
• Ability to collaborate with municipal staff and manage service quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide Virtual CIO services and IT consulting.
• Develop IT strategies and technology roadmaps.
• Manage IT budgets and vendor contracts.

Skills

IT strategy development and documentation

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Vendor management

Cybersecurity advisement

Job description

REQUIREMENT: Virtual CIO (vCIO) or IT Strategy Consultant / IT Executive Advisor Monmouth County, New Jersey (Remote)---Locals Only Need Overall 12+Years of experience 3 References from the recent projects is must.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience providing Virtual CIO or senior IT consulting services.

Prior work with municipalities or public sector organizations.

Knowledge of IT governance, compliance, and cybersecurity practices.

Experience in IT strategy development and technology roadmapping.

Strong communication and leadership skills.

Familiarity with vendor management and IT budget oversight.

Preferred:

Prior experience as a CIO, VCIO, or senior IT consultant for municipalities or public sector clients.

Familiarity with local regulations, compliance standards, and data protection laws.

Strong understanding of township operations and administrative processes.

Expertise in IT areas such as cybersecurity, network infrastructure, cloud computing, and software systems.

Ability to collaborate effectively with township staff, department heads, and elected officials.

Strong documentation and reporting skills for transparency and accountability.

Specific skills:

IT strategy development and documentation

Technology roadmap planning and execution

Evaluation and optimization of IT systems and vendor contracts

IT budget analysis, cost-saving identification, and financial tracking

Oversight of IT projects, including risk tracking and progress reporting

Cybersecurity advisement and incident response support

Familiarity with public sector compliance and regulatory requirements

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to manage service providers and ensure service quality

Collaboration with municipal staff and leadership teams

If you are interested share your updated resume with contact number to this email [e-mail]

This is a remote position.