Veracity Software Pvt. Ltd. · 2 months ago
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Part-Time / Advisory Role
Jacksonville, FL
Full-time, Part-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expVeracity Software Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to serve as a strategic technology and cybersecurity advisor to senior leadership. This part-time, contract-based role involves developing IT strategies, overseeing cybersecurity governance, and ensuring technology operations align with organizational objectives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in government-sector IT leadership and cybersecurity management.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain a 3–5-year IT strategic plan in alignment with organizational priorities
Provide expert guidance on digital transformation, IT modernization, and data governance
Advise on technology architecture, infrastructure resilience, and operational efficiency
Support the VP of IT and senior management in strategic decision-making and investment planning
Lead the development and implementation of enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy
Conduct regular risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and incident response readiness drills
Establish and maintain policies for data protection, compliance, and information governance
Oversee vendor risk management and third-party security compliance
Provide executive oversight for incident response, including 24/7/365 readiness and coordination
Evaluate and recommend IT systems and cybersecurity improvements
Support project management, vendor selection, and contract negotiations for IT and security services
Ensure operational resilience, including business continuity and disaster recovery planning
Advise on enterprise architecture, endpoint security, and identity management
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local cybersecurity standards and regulations
Develop IT policies, frameworks, and governance structures that promote accountability and security
Present technology and risk management reports to senior leadership and relevant boards
Provide or arrange for qualified temporary IT staff during emergencies, vacancies, or peak demand
Mentor and support internal IT leaders to enhance their technical and strategic capabilities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (required)
Minimum 10 years of senior IT and cybersecurity leadership experience within the government or public sector
Demonstrated leadership of IT environments supporting 350+ users across 10+ sites
Successful execution of at least three (3) similar large-scale IT/cybersecurity strategic projects
Proven track record in developing and implementing enterprise cybersecurity strategies, incident response frameworks, and IT governance programs
Technical Expertise in Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Firewalls (design, configuration, and management), Zero-Trust security architecture, Vulnerability and patch management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Microsoft 365 security and compliance tools, Azure Active Directory / Entra ID, Microsoft Intune device and application management
Preferred
Strategic planning and execution in government IT ecosystems
Expertise in cybersecurity leadership and IT risk mitigation
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and executive leadership
Data-driven decision-making and analytical mindset
Demonstrated success in policy development, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness
Company
Veracity Software Pvt. Ltd.
At Veracity, if you have an idea you want to validate, a product you need to build, or an existing product that needs optimization, our teams are trained to jump in wherever needed.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase