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Civil CFO

Fractional CFO

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$305K/yr

Fractional CFO Services Employment Type: Full Time Location: Remote - US Reporting To: CEO ... Comfortable operating with limited time and imperfect information * Willing to be challenged ...

InfiNet Solutions

Fractional CTO

Omaha, NE · On-site

Fractional CTO Position Summary The Fractional CTO serves as a dedicated technology leader for ... Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or ...

InfiNet Solutions

Fractional CTO

Omaha, NE · On-site

Fractional CTO Position Summary The Fractional CTO serves as a dedicated technology leader for ... Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or ...

ShortList Recruitment Limited

\n \n \n Chief Information Officer Santa Fe, NM \- Relocation assistance available $300,000 ShortList is looking for a Chief Information Officer to join the executive leadership team of an established ...

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How much do full time fractional cio jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time fractional cio in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Fractional Cio vs Part Time Cio?

AspectFull Time Fractional CioPart Time Cio
Work CommitmentDedicated, ongoing engagement, typically several days a weekLimited hours, often fewer days per week or month
CredentialsExecutive-level experience, strategic leadership skillsSimilar credentials, but with less time commitment
Work EnvironmentRemote or onsite, integrated with executive teamFlexible, often remote, with less integration
Industry UsageCommon in startups, SMBs, and organizations seeking strategic tech leadershipUsed by companies needing occasional CIO input

Full Time Fractional Cios provide dedicated, strategic leadership similar to a full-time CIO but on a flexible, part-time basis. Part Time Cios typically offer less availability, making them suitable for organizations needing occasional guidance. The choice depends on your company's strategic needs and desired level of engagement.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Fractional Cio job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,557 per year, or $60.8 per hour.

Fractional Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Innovative Incorporated

Hagerstown, MD • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced, business-minded technology leader to serve as a Fractional CTO or Technology Strategy Advisor across a portfolio of clients. This role combines high-level strategic leadership with practical execution — guiding organizations through technology transformation, operational scaling, and digital enablement.
Engagements may include ongoing fractional CTO retainers, steering committee participation (SCaaS), or short-term advisory work. The right candidate thrives in a dynamic, consultative environment and is comfortable shifting between boardroom strategy and hands-on technical problem solving.

Engagement Model

Can be structured as:
• Full-Time Employee (FTE) role leading multiple client engagements; or
• 1099 Subcontractor on a fractional retainer basis (typically X hours/week per client).
Compensation and structure will depend on experience, availability, and client portfolio alignment.

Core Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

  • Serve as a technology leader on client steering committees, providing oversight, insight, and alignment between business strategy and technology investment.
  • Develop, evaluate, and refine technology roadmaps that enable growth, efficiency, and scalability.
  • Act as an executive advisor to CEOs, COOs, and Boards on technology decisions, vendor selection, and digital transformation.
  • Build and mentor internal technology leadership — particularly in scenarios where a client is transitioning or developing an internal CTO or Director of Technology.

Operational & Technical Guidance

  • Assess and optimize client technology stacks, development practices, infrastructure, and security posture.
  • Guide project management, software architecture, and engineering process improvement initiatives.
  • Lead technology due diligence and integration for M&A, investment, or partnership scenarios.
  • Oversee or advise on vendor and partner relationships to ensure accountability and value.

AI, Automation & Efficiency

  • Integrate practical AI and automation initiatives that drive measurable improvements in efficiency, scalability, and process optimization — not AI for AI’s sake.
  • Help define responsible AI policy and governance within client organizations to ensure compliance, ethics, and alignment with operational goals.

Team Leadership & Mentoring

  • Coach and mentor emerging technology leaders, helping bridge skill gaps during leadership transitions or growth phases.
  • Support hiring, team structure, and culture development within client technology organizations.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in technology or operational leadership — ideally as a CIO, CTO, IT Director, or in an equivalent executive role where technology strategy and execution were a core part of daily responsibility (e.g., COO, CFO, or CEO in a technology-dependent organization).
  • Proven success aligning technology strategy with business outcomes.
  • Strong understanding of modern software architecture, cloud infrastructure, data strategy, and cybersecurity fundamentals.
  • Demonstrated experience implementing automation, analytics, and/or AI-driven process improvements.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, comfortable engaging with executive leadership and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Consulting, advisory, or multi-client fractional experience strongly preferred.

Attributes of the Ideal Candidate

  • Operates as a strategic partner, not just a technologist.
  • Brings a pragmatic, outcomes-driven approach — balancing innovation with operational discipline.
  • Excels in fractional or portfolio-style work and context-switching between clients.
  • Enjoys coaching and developing leaders, not just running teams.
  • Has a bias toward efficiency, scalability, and measurable business impact.

Example Engagement Scenarios

  • Long-term fractional CTO supporting a mid-market company’s ongoing digital transformation.
  • Short-term interim CTO following leadership turnover.
  • Coaching engagement for an internal CTO recently promoted into the role.
  • Steering Committee member advising on enterprise technology strategy and AI enablement.