Fractional CIO Services | Strategic IT Leadership by BTA

Duration:
6-Month Engagement: Focused on immediate priorities, such as technology audits, Zero Trust implementations, or system upgrades via our Quickstart Programs.
12-Month Engagement: Comprehensive strategic oversight, including full digital transformation, ongoing optimization, and sustained IT governance.
Time Commitment: 10-20 hours per week, scalable as needed. Fully remote or hybrid, with on-site options for complex deployments.
Delivery Model: Reports to your CEO or executive team; includes consulting, managed services, deployment, optimization, enablement, and mentoring phases.
Location: Nationwide, with expertise in secure, compliant environments.

IT strategy and roadmap with integrated Protect/Detect pillars.
Implementation of one major initiative (e.g., firewall optimization or threat detection setup) using PAE.
Compliance assessment report with recommendations, including daily AI-enabled audits.

All 6-month deliverables, plus a long-term roadmap with Observe/Optimize focus.
Sustainable governance frameworks, multi-vendor integrations, and team mentoring program.
Quantifiable outcomes: Reduced risks, cost savings via automation, and enhanced efficiency (e.g., 24/7 monitoring dashboards).

What is a Fractional CIO?

A Fractional CIO is an experienced IT executive who provides strategic technology leadership on a part-time or engagement basis. They bring the same vision and decision-making as a full-time CIO but are focused on specific goals, transformation projects, or governance needs—without adding a permanent executive role to your payroll.

When does it make sense to hire a Fractional CIO?

This approach is ideal when you’re in a growth or modernization phase but don’t need a full-time CIO yet. Many organizations bring in a Fractional CIO to realign IT strategy, improve security, or manage complex vendor environments until the right long-term structure is in place.

What are the engagement options?

BTA offers 6-month and 12-month engagements.

The 6-month model focuses on immediate priorities like audits, Zero Trust adoption, or modernization.
The 12-month model supports full transformation, governance, and ongoing optimization.

Both are flexible and can scale with your organization’s needs.

How will the Fractional CIO work with our existing team?

They integrate seamlessly into your leadership structure, working alongside your internal IT staff, external vendors, or MSPs. The goal isn’t to replace anyone—it’s to provide the strategic direction and oversight needed to make every resource more effective.

What results can we expect from the service?

You can expect an actionable IT roadmap, stronger security posture, vendor and budget optimization, and measurable improvements in efficiency and compliance. Over time, these outcomes translate into reduced risk and better alignment between IT and business growth.

What industries benefit most from BTA’s Fractional CIO model?

We serve organizations in regulated and high-stakes sectors such as telecom, manufacturing, defense, banking, insurance, and healthcare—industries where security, compliance, and performance can’t be compromised.

How is the service priced?

Pricing is project-based and tailored to scope, duration, and deliverables. You only pay for the level of strategic engagement you need, leveraging BTA’s proven methodology and AI-driven tools to ensure maximum value at a fraction of the cost of a full-time executive.