Chief Innovation Officer

Northern Virginia

We are partnering with a $200M federal contractor serving the DoW, National Security, FedCiv & Health markets to identify a Chief Innovation Officer to join their executive team in Northern Virginia .

What's in it for you...

• Growing & winning company - has grown from $35M in 2017 to ~$200M in 2026
• ELT is evaluating potential acquisitions to help expand the business with the goal of being a $500M++ company
• Strategic hire - CIO will build & direct our IRAD investments, shape technology differentiators used in capture and proposals & ensure delivery teams have a clear path from pilot to program of record
• Showcase the company at industry days, conferences, technology forums
• Best-in-Class contract vehicles to leverage & multiple JV's in place

To be considered for an interview, the following experience/skills are desired:

• Advanced degree preferred
• 15+ years of relevant technology/innovation experience, including 5+ years in an executive role supporting FedCiv OR Health customers
• Track record building or scaling an IRAD, R&D, or innovation program with measurable business impact
• Technical background: AI/ML, cloud and DevSecOps, cybersecurity or citizen-facing digital services
• Experience partnering with Business Development/Capture/Proposal teams to shape win strategies
• Executive presence & communication skills

Salary: $250K to $350K base + bonus + equity