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Technology Strategist Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Client Technology Strategists are responsible for building long-term trusted relationships with our clients, understanding their business needs, and providing a strategic technical vision through ...

The technology (tech) strategy practice is seeking a manager to join our dynamic, technology-driven team. The contributions you'll make are meaningful and deliver tangible impact on the world around ...

JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, this role serves as a strategic advisor and operating leader who translates enterprise and technology priorities into an aligned roadmap ...

JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, this role serves as a strategic advisor and operating leader who translates enterprise and technology priorities into an aligned roadmap ...

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Innovation Strategist - AI & Innovation Office

Brentwood, TN · On-site

$115K - $148K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Innovation Strategist - AI & Innovation Office The Innovation Strategist is responsible for ... Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, AI solutions, automation platforms, and operational ...

Innovation Strategist - AI & Innovation Office

Brentwood, TN · On-site

$115K - $148K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Innovation Strategist - AI & Innovation Office The Innovation Strategist is responsible for ... Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, AI solutions, automation platforms, and operational ...

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How much do technology strategist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for technology strategist in Tennessee is $126,946.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,300.00 and $142,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a technology strategist?

A Technology Strategist is responsible for aligning technology initiatives with business goals, ensuring that IT investments drive growth and efficiency. They analyze emerging technologies, assess their impact, and develop strategic roadmaps for implementation. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders, identifying opportunities for digital transformation, and mitigating technology-related risks. Technology Strategists often work closely with IT teams, executives, and vendors to ensure seamless adoption of innovative solutions. Their ultimate goal is to leverage technology to create competitive advantages and support long-term business success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a technology strategist?

To thrive as a Technology Strategist, a solid background in IT systems, enterprise architecture, and business analysis—often supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or information systems—is essential. Familiarity with frameworks like TOGAF, cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, and certifications like Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are commonly valued. Strong communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills set top candidates apart in this role. These qualifications enable effective alignment of technology initiatives with business goals, ensuring competitive advantage and efficient resource utilization.

What are some common challenges faced by technology strategists in their day-to-day work?

Technology Strategists often navigate challenges such as balancing short-term project demands with long-term technology planning and aligning diverse stakeholder interests across departments. They must frequently assess emerging technologies to determine their viability and value within the organization's existing infrastructure. Building consensus among executives, technical teams, and end-users can be complex, requiring strong collaboration and negotiation skills. Successfully overcoming these challenges enables Technology Strategists to drive innovation and ensure that IT investments deliver real business value.

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What cities in Tennessee are hiring for Technology Strategist jobs?

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Infographic showing various Technology Strategist job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,946 per year, or $61 per hour.

Client Technology Strategist

Arctiq

Knoxville, TN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

Company Overview:
Arctiq is a global, intelligence-driven technology services company delivering professional and managed services across Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure, Networking & Connected Experiences, Cybersecurity, Data & AI, Autonomous Operations & Intelligence, and Enterprise Service Management. We help organizations operate, secure, and modernize complex environments by unifying infrastructure, networking, data, security, automation, and observability under a single, integrated operating model. Our work focuses on helping customers reduce operational friction, improve resilience, and make better, faster decisions as their environments evolve. Arctiq builds on decades of industry expertise and a customer-centric ethos to deliver exceptional value to clients across diverse industries.


This is an on-site, full-time opportunity for one of Arctiq’s clients in Knoxville, TN.


Position Overview:

Client Technology Strategists are responsible for building long-term trusted relationships with our clients, understanding their business needs, and providing a strategic technical vision through regular technology business reviews. Focusing on both the client’s business and technology infrastructure, Client Technology Strategists provide digital transformation and technology guidance in alignment with platform of services, ensuring operational health, security, efficiency, and competitive advantage while helping clients to mitigate risk and increase productivity.



Responsibilities:

  • Maintain strong client relationship, serve as trusted strategic advisor leveraging scheduled, ad-hoc, and C-Level meetings.
  • Develop and maintain a deep functional knowledge of customer’s goals, technical challenges, business objectives, critical infrastructure, and proactively mitigate risk within the environment.
  • Perform Technical Business Review (TBRs) meetings based on clients short- and long-term business needs, technology trends and present solutions in alignment with company's services and methodologies.
  • Perform trend analysis and leverage reports to drive data driven decisions, recommendations, operational improvements, for both the client and company.
  • Maintain technical competence by attending and participating in trainings, webinars, and certification courses.
  • Collaborate with internal technical teams regarding execution of advisory driven project planning.
  • Provide client-based feedback to company management on new needs not currently addressed within company's service catalog with a focus on continuous improvements and enhancements.
  • Forecasting opportunity (risk, profitability, prediction, etc.) on assigned accounts
  • Assist with client facing budget forecasting, financial cost analysis reports and documentation.
  • Maintain a high customer satisfaction and renewal rate for assigned customers.
  • Other duties as assigned.



Requirements:

  • At least five years of experience in a similar customer service, technical advisory, or IT Director/Manager oriented role.
  • Technically literate in cloud and on-premises enterprise network infrastructure, including end-user devices, virtualization, networking, wireless, backup & disaster recovery, and cybersecurity.
  • Business literate with basic to intermediate skills in strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management, problem solving.
  • Proven ability to adapt to new technologies, situations, and environments and learn quickly.
  • Demonstrated presentation skills, including confidence and comfort over the phone and in front of audiences both small and large.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with senior-level executives as well as negotiate with and influence both internal and external decision makers.
  • Professional experience in relationship management, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.
  • Strong leadership skills, acting as our clients’ trusted advisor.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including client-facing presentation skills.



Arctiq is an equal opportunity employer. If you need any accommodations or adjustments throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Arctiq team! While we welcome all applicants, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.