vCIO

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Indianapolis, IN, USA
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Information Technology • Consulting
The Role
Provides virtual CIO services and executive IT advisory to clients, leading strategic planning, governance, risk management, business continuity, technology roadmaps, vendor management, and transformation initiatives. Partners across service divisions, mentors Client Solutions Managers, oversees strategic deliverables, supports pre-sales, and contributes to thought leadership. Requires strong C-suite communication, budgeting, engagement oversight, service-line leadership, and the ability to align technology strategy with business objectives.
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About Moser

For more than 25 years we have formed partnerships and grown through open and honest collaboration with our clients, partners, and employees. We are best known for taking great care of our clients, our dedication to creating a work environment where employees do their best work, and our deep commitment to continuous improvement. Our consultants work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, are self-motivated, and are passionate about evolving technology. It is no accident that we are recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Indiana for 10 consecutive years.

Internally, we believe in building strong teams from the top down with a focus on values in our Model-Coach-Care philosophy. Our leadership are encouraged and trained to model good practices, mentor other employees and each other, and show empathy and caring in all interactions. This is the base of our core values: Accountability, Balance, Collaboration, Focus, Integrity, Social Responsibility, Support and Transparency.

Moser Consulting believes in equal opportunity for all people and is committed to enabling a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. We foster a spirit of unity that respects the remarkable individuality of everyone's culture, history, and service.

Description

The vCIO – Executive Consultant is a strategic leadership role designed to serve as a senior advisor to client executive teams, a collaborative partner to Moser’s internal service delivery leadership, and a thought leader in advancing IT strategy, governance, and business alignment. This role functions as an extension of Moser’s Director-level leadership while providing executive-level mentorship to Client Solutions Managers (CSMs) and acting as the primary architect for client IT roadmaps.

The role will provide day-to-day virtual CIO (vCIO) services to Moser clients, including executive-level IT leadership, long-range planning, governance oversight, and strategy execution. The Executive Consultant will engage with clients in both proactive and reactive capacities — leading annual planning efforts, steering key initiatives, guiding IT teams through periods of transition, and supporting CIO succession or backfill scenarios where appropriate.  The role serves as a key internal collaborator, working cross-functionally across Moser’s internal divisions. They will partner closely with the Procurement Services team on vendor management strategies, contract optimization, and sourcing decisions. They will also serve as a bridge across Moser’s four professional services divisions — Application Services, Business Services, Core Technologies, and Data & Analytics — helping ensure integrated, scalable, and forward-thinking solutions are designed and delivered to meet evolving client needs.

The ideal candidate brings a blend of executive presence and consulting agility, with a proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, develop actionable roadmaps, and drive digital and operational transformation across diverse industry environments. They excel at navigating ambiguity, aligning teams around a common vision, and elevating IT maturity across people, process, and platform dimensions. This individual will embody Moser’s values of transparency, accountability, and strategic curiosity while delivering measurable value through every client engagement.

Role Responsibilities
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to client executives, participating in quarterly and annual IT planning, budget cycles, and strategic roadmap sessions.
  • Lead development and delivery of multi-year IT strategic plans, risk registers, business continuity plans, and IT performance dashboards.
  • Facilitate executive workshops to align IT initiatives with evolving business goals, compliance needs, and growth strategies.
  • Partner with Moser Directors and the Procurement Services team to ensure service delivery and sourcing strategies align with client needs and business priorities.
  • Collaborate across Moser’s professional services divisions (Application Services, Business Services, Core Technologies, and Data & Analytics) to design integrated client solutions.
  • Mentor Client Solutions Managers on engagement management, client success, and professional development.
  • Establish and maintain IT governance frameworks for clients, including change control, vendor management, and lifecycle planning.
  • Contribute to Moser’s thought leadership through whitepapers, client briefings, and speaking engagements.
  • Analyze industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments to inform internal service offerings and client guidance.
  • Lead the strategic planning for each service line, identifying opportunities for growth, process improvements, and technology enhancements.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to align service line strategies with the overall vision and goals of the organization.
  • Participate in pre-sales scoping, stakeholder alignment meetings, and executive presentations.
  • Oversee quality assurance for strategic deliverables such as Statements of Work, IT assessments, and technology roadmaps.
  • Identify opportunities for expanding Moser’s role and value with assigned accounts.
  • Provide virtual CIO (vCIO) or similar strategic consulting services directly to Moser clients, functioning as an embedded IT executive aligned with client leadership.
  • Deliver value-based, high-impact engagements through ongoing executive advising, IT governance leadership, vendor management, and strategic planning support.
Requirements
  • 10+ years in IT leadership (e.g., CIO, VP of IT, IT Director), with bachelor’s degree required; MBA or certifications (e.g., ITIL, CISSP, TOGAF) preferred.
  • Experience designing and executing IT strategy in complex environments.
  • Strong communication and influence with C-suite and boards with business acumen in budgeting and ROI-based decision-making
  • Experience mentoring IT managers or consultants
  • Proven experience in a leadership role managing service lines within a complex organizational structure.
  • Strong background in resource management, engagement oversight, and client relationship management.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, capable of building and maintaining strong client and team relationships.
  • Solid understanding of industry best practices, market trends, and the ability to translate them into actionable strategies.
Where You'll Work

You will have the opportunity to work a hybrid/onsite schedule out of our 2 Indianapolis, IN offices, or work remotely, per the client.

Benefits

For over a quarter of a century, Moser Consulting has been a beacon for top-tier IT talent who excel in self-management. Our people are our greatest asset. We don’t just hire the best—we welcome them into our family, connect them with opportunities, and empower them to create innovative solutions to technology challenges.

Our unique culture is our competitive edge. It fosters happiness, health, and low stress, even in an industry known for its demands. This is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Indiana. We provide our employees with an inspiring workspace, a fun and collaborative atmosphere, and a generous compensation package. But that’s not all.

We also offer a suite of benefits designed to support and enrich our employees’ lives. These include:

  • Training Opportunities: We believe in lifelong learning and provide numerous avenues for skill enhancement.
  • Fully Invested 401K Plan: We help secure your future with a fully invested 401K plan.
  • PPO and HDHP Medical Plans: Choose the health insurance program that best fits your needs.
  • Employer-Paid Dental and Vision Plans: We cover dental and vision plans, ensuring our employees have access to comprehensive health care.
  • Onsite Fitness Center: Stay fit and healthy with our state-of-the-art fitness center.
  • Wellness Program: We promote a healthy lifestyle with our wellness program.
  • Catered Lunches: Enjoy delicious catered lunches regularly.

At Moser Consulting, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers, growth, and a chance to join a thriving community. Come, be a part of our family.

Moser Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a pro

Skills Required

  • 10+ years of experience in IT leadership, such as CIO, VP of IT, or IT Director
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Experience designing and executing IT strategy in complex environments
  • Strong communication and influence with C-suite executives and boards
  • Business acumen in budgeting and ROI-based decision-making
  • Experience mentoring IT managers or consultants
  • Leadership experience managing service lines within a complex organizational structure
  • Strong background in resource management, engagement oversight, and client relationship management
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
  • Understanding of industry best practices and market trends, with the ability to translate them into actionable strategies
  • MBA
  • ITIL certification
  • CISSP certification
  • TOGAF certification
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The Company
HQ: Indianapolis, IN
316 Employees
Year Founded: 1996

What We Do

Expect to have your expectations exceeded. People ask us what Moser Consulting does. But we like to frame our answer by saying what we think you deserve instead. Exceptional talent with an uncanny ability to self-manage. Consultants who walk in the door with a focus not only on your technology – but on your business. It’s true: at Moser Consulting, our standards are incredibly high. But when it comes to your organization and your data, shouldn’t they be? Founded in 1996, Moser Consulting, Inc. is an Indianapolis-based technology solutions company focused on 5 Practices: Big Data, Managed Services, IT Consulting Services, Application Development, and Learning Services. Our core focus areas: Big Data With dedicated and certified (Cloudera and Hortonworks) engineers, our proven team is ready to illuminate the confusing path of this rapidly changing landscape. Whether you are just investigating or already have a production implementation in place, our experts can maximize the value in your data and open up new possibilities for your approach to business. Managed Services Moser Managed Services provides professional data, software and hardware support that transitions technology management responsibility from the client to Moser Consulting. IT Consulting Services Our industry-proven experts will advise you on how to use technology that best achieves your business objectives. Moser Consulting can provide you with management, implementation, deployment, and administration of your systems. Application Development Custom web development allows businesses to use technology without compromise - the user experience of your online brand is exactly as you specify. Your custom software seamlessly flows from your existing business processes. Learning Services We believe that training is often part of the solution to business problems, so we incorporate a huge array of services and products to help your employees become more productive.

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