Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Telecommunications & Secure Communications

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOur client is seeking a hands-on Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead engineering operations, technology strategy, and technical delivery across multiple business lines.This is a unique player-coach leadership opportunity for a senior technology professional who combines executive leadership capabilities with deep hands-on expertise in telecommunications, VoIP, networking, cybersecurity, and mission-critical communications systems. The successful candidate will help shape long-term technology strategy while remaining actively engaged in technical planning, architecture, and operational execution.Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | Relocation Assistance: LimitedWork Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30AM-5:00PM Please Note:Local candidates are strongly preferred**Hybrid consideration may be available for highly qualified candidates**Responsibilities:Translate business goals into actionable engineering roadmaps and technical initiatives.Support cybersecurity initiatives, risk mitigation efforts, and infrastructure hardening activities.Oversee daily engineering operations, project execution, resource planning, and budget management.Ensure technology platforms remain reliable, secure, scalable, and compliant with applicable standards.Develop and execute technology strategies aligned with business objectives and customer requirements.Mentor, coach, and develop engineering personnel while fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.Participate in customer engagements, technical presentations, and business development efforts when required.Collaborate with executive leadership, customers, and stakeholders on strategic initiatives and technology investments.Lead engineering teams responsible for communications, networking, cybersecurity, and managed technology services.Provide technical leadership for telecommunications infrastructure, voice technologies, network architecture, and secure communications solutions.Qualifications (Must-Haves)Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.Must be eligible to obtain and maintain government security clearance.Strong understanding of technology strategy, project execution, budgeting, and resource management.7+ years of engineering leadership experience managing technical teams and complex technology initiatives.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.10+ years of hands-on experience in telecommunications, networking, communications infrastructure, or related engineering disciplines.Proven experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams while remaining technically involved in projects and operational activities.Strong technical expertise in: Telecommunications systems, Voice over IP (VoIP), Secure voice communications, IP networking and Cybersecurity.Preferred Skills:Existing security clearance or prior clearance eligibility experience.Experience supporting government, defense, or highly regulated environments.Prior executive leadership experience within a small to mid-sized technology organization.Experience supporting public safety communications, emergency communications, or Next Generation 911 (NG911) environments.Experience within managed services, telecommunications service providers, government contracting, or mission-critical communications organizations.Work Environment:Occasional travel may be required based on business needs.Benefits & Perks:Paid Time OffCompany HolidaysMedical, Dental, and Vision401(k) Retirement PlanLife and Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Performance-based bonus potential