Our Client is looking for a Chief Information Officer (CIO)Location: India Reporting to: CEO (preferred) scope) Organization: Leading Global IT Services CompanyRole ContextWe are undertaking a confidential search for a Chief Information Officer to lead a next-generation transformation agenda across infrastructure, applications, and AI-led service delivery.This is not a traditional CIO role. The mandate combines enterprise IT leadership + technology delivery transformation, with a strong emphasis on AI enablement, automation, and client-facing innovation.Core MandateEnd-to-End Transformation: Drive transformation across infrastructure and application ecosystems, ensuring they are AI-enabled, automated, and future-ready.AI-Led Delivery Model: Reimagine service delivery by embedding AI across operations — targeting 2x productivity at ~50% cost through automation and intelligent systems.Experience & Innovation:Enhance client and internal user experience through modern platforms, faster application cycles, and intelligent infrastructure. Security & Network Excellence:Own secure delivery architecture, including:Cybersecurity across operationsIntegration with client networksResilient, scalable infrastructure systems New Business & Service Creation: Partner with leadership to build next-gen services and offerings, especially in AI-driven infrastructure and applications.Ideal Candidate ProfileExperience & Background17+ years of experience across IT Services / Technology / Digital EngineeringStrong grounding in either Infrastructure OR Applications (with working knowledge of both)Must have hands-on delivery leadership experience (not purely advisory or governance roles)Exposure to mobile-first application ecosystems (non-ERP heavy backgrounds preferred)Experience across multiple organizations (not a single-company career)Leadership & CapabilityProven ability to run large-scale delivery operationsDemonstrated track record in technology transformation and modernizationStrong understanding of AI/ML applications in enterprise IT and service deliveryAbility to translate AI into tangible business and delivery outcomesExperience building or scaling new services / business linesPersonaHigh intellectual horsepower (IQ-driven, structured thinker)Strong executive presence with the ability to influence board and clientsHands-on leader — willing to engage deeply with systems, teams, and delivery challengesOperator + Builder mindset (not just strategist)Bias for innovation, speed, and executionPreferred Background MixBlend of IT Services + Product/Platform exposureCandidates from high-growth or transformation environments preferred over purely large MNC rolesExperience in AI-driven transformation initiatives is critical
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Chief Information Officer