Interim Chief Information Officer Opportunity with Robert Half in Portland, Oregon

Robert Half, a leader in specialized staffing and consulting services, is excited to partner with a dynamic Pacific Northwest-based client seeking an Interim Chief Information Officer (CIO) for a high-impact contract role through the end of the year. This executive position offers a unique opportunity to drive transformative technology initiatives for an innovative organization operating in regulated industries. Located in the vibrant tech hub of Portland, Oregon, this hybrid role combines onsite leadership with flexible remote work, paying up to $145/hour (W2). If you're a strategic IT visionary with expertise in ERP transitions, AI strategy, and team building, this interim CIO role at our client's organization represents a career-defining opportunity.

Portland, Oregon, known as the Silicon Forest, is home to thriving tech ecosystems, creative industries, and forward-thinking companies. Join Robert Half's network of elite IT executives making a difference in the Pacific Northwest. This contract position is ideal for seasoned CIOs seeking short-term leadership challenges with potential for extension based on performance and business needs.

About the Role

As Interim CIO, you'll step into a pivotal leadership position, reporting directly to executive stakeholders. Your mandate: accelerate the organization's technology transformation amid growth in government and regulated sectors. This role demands hands-on strategic planning, team inspiration, and execution of mission-critical projects like ERP migration, SharePoint consolidation, and AI adoption. With a distributed team across multiple offices, you'll foster collaboration while maintaining ironclad security and compliance. Perfect for interim executives thriving in fast-paced, high-stakes environments, this Portland-based opportunity leverages your expertise to position the company as a technology innovation leader.

Key Responsibilities

The Interim CIO will spearhead the following high-priority initiatives:

• Enterprise Technology Roadmap: Define and execute a comprehensive roadmap aligning IT strategy with business objectives for sustainable growth.
• Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing technology team distributed across multiple offices, promoting a culture of excellence and innovation.
• Major Initiatives: Champion enterprise ERP transition, providing hands-on support to ensure seamless implementation and minimal disruption.
• Technical Migrations: Lead SharePoint migration and data warehouse implementation, optimizing data management and accessibility.
• AI Strategy: Build on existing momentum with enterprise AI tools to drive meaningful productivity gains across operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate solutions bridging IT, design, and technology functions to support both business operations and creative workflows.
• Security & Compliance: Maintain robust security posture and regulatory compliance, enabling expansion into government and regulated projects.
• Industry Leadership: Position the organization as a pioneer in innovative technology applications, enhancing competitive advantage.

Required Qualifications

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• 10+ years in senior IT leadership, including CIO or equivalent roles in enterprise settings.
• Proven success leading ERP implementations (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and cloud migrations.
• Hands-on experience with SharePoint, data warehousing (e.g., Snowflake, Azure), and AI platforms (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, custom ML models).
• Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance for regulated industries.
• Track record building and leading distributed teams in hybrid environments.
• Strong communicator adept at executive stakeholder management and cross-functional alignment.
• Bachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related; CIO certifications a plus.
• Immediate availability for hybrid work in Portland, OR.

Robert Half prioritizes diverse, inclusive candidates with passion for technology-driven business transformation.

Why Join Us

Partner with Robert Half for unparalleled support in this interim CIO role. Enjoy competitive compensation up to $145/hour (W2), flexible hybrid scheduling, and exposure to cutting-edge projects in Portland's booming tech scene. Gain resume-boosting experience leading AI initiatives, ERP transformations, and compliance-heavy environments. Our client's innovative culture values creativity alongside operational excellence, offering networking opportunities across the Pacific Northwest. Robert Half provides white-glove service, from interview prep to contract management, ensuring your success. Apply now to shape the future of technology leadership in Oregon—spaces are limited for this end-of-year contract.

Robert Half is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.