Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Overview

On Site
BASED ON EXPERIENCE
Full Time

Skills

IT Strategy
IT Management
Roadmaps
Network Security
Network Design
Security Operations
Mergers and Acquisitions
Collaboration
Team Building
Vendor Management
Mentorship
Microsoft Azure
VMware ESXi
Laptop
Juniper
Migration
Meraki
Palo Alto
Firewall
Operating Systems
Microsoft Servers
Linux
Disaster Recovery
Application Development
Computer Networking
Virtualization
VDI
Storage
Cloud Computing
Management
Reporting
Regulatory Compliance
DevOps
Communication
Leadership
FOCUS
Professional Services
Genetics
Law

Job Details

Title: Chief Technology Officer - CTO
Location: Hybrid Onsite Dallas 4 days/week
Duration: Full Time
Compensation: $180,000 - $220,000
Work Requirements: , Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

We are seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to define and execute the vision for enterprise technology strategy during a period of significant growth and transformation. This role blends hands-on technical expertise with executive leadership, overseeing infrastructure, networking, security, and application development across a multi-site environment.

The CTO will inherit a growing technical team, supported by a consulting VP of IT through the transition, and will be responsible for driving modernization, scaling systems, and ensuring operational resilience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Technology Leadership & Strategy: Develop and execute the enterprise technology roadmap, balancing infrastructure, networking, security, and applications.
  • Infrastructure Modernization: Guide the migration from on-premise systems to a modern data center environment; oversee virtualization, storage, VDI, and disaster recovery.
  • Networking & Security: Provide senior leadership on network design and security operations, with responsibility for Juniper networks, Palo Alto firewalls, and hybrid cloud environments.
  • Application Development Oversight: Lead and support the internal application development team working on proprietary low-code platforms. Advance DevOps practices to improve delivery and integration.
  • M&A/Expansion Integration: Direct the technical integration of new sites and users (~400+ users with continued growth).
  • Executive Collaboration: Partner with leadership to ensure technology initiatives align with strategic goals and stakeholder priorities.
  • Team Building & Vendor Management: Build and mentor internal teams while managing external partners and MSPs.
  • Business Enablement: Act as a hands-on leader with the ability to navigate organizational politics, influence outcomes, and secure stakeholder adoption.

Current Tech Stack
  • Cloud: Azure (user environment)
  • Virtualization: VMware ESXi (6/7), VDI (no physical laptops)
  • Storage: VxRail, SAN/VSAN
  • Networking & Security: Juniper (recent migration from Meraki); Palo Alto firewalls
  • Operating Systems: Microsoft Server 2025; Linux (being introduced)
  • Disaster Recovery: Kolo
  • Applications: Proprietary low-code platforms

Required Qualifications
  • 15-25 years of progressive IT experience with leadership across infrastructure, networking, and application development.
  • Deep expertise in networking and security, with strong knowledge of virtualization, VDI, and storage technologies.
  • Proven track record modernizing IT environments, driving hybrid cloud adoption, and leading integrations.
  • Ability to operate as both a hands-on technologist and a strategic leader.
  • Experience managing internal teams and external vendors/partners.
  • Must be able to work on-site 3-4 days per week in Plano.

Preferred Attributes
  • Prior experience as CTO in a small/mid-sized organization or VP/Director reporting to C-level in a larger enterprise.
  • Exposure to high-compliance or high-security environments.
  • Familiarity with low-code/no-code platforms and DevOps practices.
  • Strong communication skills with a business-friendly, collaborative leadership style


About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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