Makwa Global, LLC · 4 months ago
Chief Innovation & Technology Officer (CITO)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
15+ years expMakwa Global, LLC is seeking a Chief Innovation & Technology Officer (CITO) to drive innovation, technology strategy, and digital transformation initiatives across the enterprise. The CITO will align emerging technologies with organizational goals, oversee IT operations, and foster a culture of innovation to enhance mission success and competitive advantage.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute a forward-looking innovation and technology strategy aligned with business growth objectives
Advise the CEO and executive team on emerging technologies, digital transformation opportunities, and competitive positioning
Lead cross-functional innovation initiatives to identify, test, and scale new ideas, solutions, and processes
Oversee IT systems, cybersecurity posture, and infrastructure to ensure secure, reliable, and scalable operations
Drive the adoption of advanced technologies (AI/ML, automation, cloud, data analytics, etc.) to improve efficiency, resilience, and customer outcomes
Modernize enterprise systems, ensuring compliance with federal contracting requirements (FAR, DFARS, CMMC, etc.) and industry best practices
Establish an innovation framework that encourages employees to contribute ideas, pilot projects, and continuous improvement
Partner with business development and operations leaders to identify technology-driven opportunities for new markets and services
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with industry, academia, and government to enhance innovation capabilities
Lead and mentor IT, engineering, and innovation teams; foster a high-performing and collaborative culture
Ensure effective workforce planning, succession planning, and professional development within technology teams
Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in technology leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required
Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership in IT, innovation, or digital transformation, with at least 7 years in an executive role
Proven track record of leading enterprise-wide technology and innovation initiatives in a federal contracting, defense, or highly regulated environment
Deep knowledge of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, data management, and emerging technologies
Strong business acumen with the ability to align technology initiatives to strategic business outcomes
Excellent leadership, communication, and change management skills
Experience managing large-scale budgets, technology investments, and vendor relationships
Occasional travel required for client, partner, and industry engagements
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Company
Makwa Global, LLC
Makwa Global is a tribally owned enterprise led by seasoned federal contracting experts.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Angela Rakow
Chief Administration Officer (CAO)
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2025-11-19
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