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Full-time CIO, NetBrain
FULL-TIME CIO JOB · SAAS SECTOR · UNITED KINGDOM

Full-time CIO at NetBrain, based in United Kingdom. Full posting below, with the day rate stated or estimated with its basis.
Full-time CIO — the posting in full
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hire, develop, and retain top talent Own information security and compliance strategy, partnering with Legal and Security to manage risk, support audits and certifications, and pr…
Founded in 2004, NetBrain is the leader in no-code network automation. Its ground-breaking Next-Gen platform provides IT operations teams with the ability to scale their hybrid multi-cloud connected networks by automating the processes associated with Diagnostic Troubleshooting, Outage Prevention and Protected Change Management. Today, over 2,500 of the world’s largest enterprises and managed services providers leverage NetBrain’s platform.
What We Need
NetBrain is looking for a Chief Information Officer to lead our global IT organization. Reporting to the CEO and serving as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CIO will set the vision for enterprise systems, information security, data, and will translate business priorities into scalable, secure, and cost-effective technology capabilities. We need a strategic, hands-on leader who can modernize our internal technology stack, partner closely with every function, and build a high-performing IT team.
What You'll Do
- Define and execute a multi-year enterprise technology strategy aligned to company goals and growth plans
- Lead the IT organization, including enterprise applications, infrastructure, end-user support, and IT operations; hire, develop, and retain top talent
Own information security and compliance strategy, partnering with Legal and Security to manage risk, support audits and certifications, and protect company and customer data
Oversee the enterprise application landscape, ensuring integration, reliability, and strong user experience
Partner with the CFO and General Counsel on technology budgeting, vendor selection, procurement, and contract negotiation to optimize spend and manage third-party risk
Establish data governance, analytics, and reporting capabilities that give leaders trusted, timely insight
Ensure business continuity, disaster recovery, and resilient infrastructure across a globally distributed workforce
Serve as a trusted advisor to the ELT and Board on technology risk, investment, and opportunity
Lead major cross-functional initiatives, including system implementations, migrations, and process transformation
What You Bring
- 15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including 5+ years in a senior role leading enterprise IT at a software or technology company
- Proven track record setting enterprise technology strategy and delivering large-scale transformation programs
- Deep experience with information security, risk management, and compliance frameworks
- Hands-on experience with enterprise platforms
- Demonstrated experience evaluating and deploying AI and automation tools in an enterprise setting
- Strong financial acumen, including budget ownership, vendor management, and contract negotiation
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence executives and explain complex topics to non-technical audiences
- Experience leading distributed, global teams
- Bachelor's degree a related field
- NetBrain invites all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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