Field CTO, Public Sector

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Field CTO, Public Sector to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space. This role will serve as a strategic technical advisor to public sector customers, helping shape DevSecOps conversations across security, compliance, and modern software delivery. The position combines pre-sales consulting, executive relationship building, and thought leadership to support customer adoption and successful implementation. It will also partner closely with marketing and external stakeholders to strengthen presence in the public sector and contribute to industry discussions. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers with technical consulting and strategic guidance during pre-sales
• Deliver expert insights on DevSecOps, security, and compliance for the public sector
• Build lasting relationships with executive customer leaders
• Collaborate with marketing to enhance the company's visibility in the public sector
• Educate clients about the platform and facilitate successful implementation
• Assist with public sector-related RFI requests and partnerships
• Contribute to government working groups and standards discussions

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in DevSecOps strategy, application security, and compliance for regulated environments
• Proven experience engaging with public sector clients and understanding their unique needs
• Proficient in creating and presenting technical thought leadership content independently
• Deep understanding of the software development lifecycle, including CI/CD
• Familiar with cloud computing and secure software delivery architectures
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of addressing both technical and executive audiences
• Experience in customer-facing IT roles such as pre-sales, consulting, or solutions architecture

Pay

$160,000 – $200,000 annually

Benefits

• Health, finance, and well-being support
• Flexible paid time off policies
• Access to Team Member Resource Groups for inclusion
• Equity compensation and employee stock purchase plans
• Opportunity for growth through a development fund
• Parental leave to support family needs
• Home office support to create a productive work environment