Forward Deployed Engineering
Embedded, hands-on delivery for cloud, AI, and security work — I build and ship the system, not just recommend it.
Technology Leadership & Security
Fractional CTO & Security
Growing without dedicated technology and security leadership means expensive guesses instead of decisions. Get security oversight without hiring a CISO, and technology leadership without hiring a full-time CTO — one senior person, covering both roles at a fraction of the cost of hiring either executive outright.
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What You Get
Clear deliverables every month. No ambiguity.
Technology Roadmap
A clear technology roadmap aligned with your business goals, timeline, and budget. Know exactly what to build and when.
Security Posture Review
Comprehensive security assessment with a prioritized remediation plan. Understand your vulnerabilities and how to fix them.
AI Readiness Assessment
Know where AI can help your business — and where it's just hype. Get practical recommendations you can act on.
Vendor Evaluation
Objective vendor evaluation and contract review. No kickbacks, no bias — just what's best for your business.
Board-Ready Documentation
Technology documentation your board and investors can understand. Clear status, risks, and recommendations.
Monthly Deliverables
Clear monthly reports and check-ins. You'll always know where things stand and what's coming next.
Delivery Model
Forward deployed engineering for cloud, AI, and security.
Most technology advisors stop at the recommendation. I don't. A forward deployed engineer works embedded directly inside a client's team, building and shipping the actual system — not just a strategy deck handed off for someone else to implement. For cloud, AI, and security work, that's how I operate: the same senior engineer who does the assessment writes the code and ships it to production.
Embedded, not outsourced
I work inside your team's tools, repos, and Slack — not from a separate agency queue you have to chase for updates.
I build the thing
Cloud infrastructure, AI pipelines, and security controls get shipped and running — not just diagrammed in a deck.
Senior engineer, start to finish
The same person who did the assessment writes the code and ships it to production. No handoff to a junior team.
How It Works
A straightforward process designed to get you results quickly.
1
Discovery Call
A free 30-minute call to understand your business, challenges, and goals. No pitch — just a conversation to see if it's a good fit.
2
Initial Assessment
A deep look at your current technology stack, security posture, and team capabilities. You'll get a clear picture of where you stand.
3
Strategy & Roadmap
A prioritized technology roadmap with clear milestones, based on the assessment, with timeline and expected outcomes agreed upfront.
4
Ongoing Advisory
Regular check-ins, monthly reports, and hands-on guidance as you execute the plan.
Is This Right For You?
Designed for businesses who recognize these challenges.
- You're making technology decisions that will define your next 3-5 years
- You want a technical co-founder's perspective without giving up equity
- Your current IT team needs senior strategic direction
- You're preparing for funding and need board-ready technology documentation
- Security concerns keep you up at night, but you're not sure where to start
- You're tired of vendors selling you solutions you don't need
The Business Case
The business case for fractional CTO advisory
A full-time CTO costs $200K–$350K annually. A CISO adds another $150K–$250K. With fractional advisory, you get senior technology leadership and security oversight starting at a fraction of that investment — typically paying for itself within the first engagement through avoided mistakes, better vendor negotiations, and clearer strategic direction. Exact pricing depends on scope and is discussed on the discovery call.
FAQ
Common questions about fractional CTO and security.
How can I get security oversight without hiring a CISO?
A fractional CTO engagement can provide security oversight without hiring a full-time CISO — including a security posture review, prioritized remediation plan, ongoing advisory support, and hands-on security work — starting at a fraction of a full-time CISO's $150K–$250K annual cost.
What does an AI readiness assessment for a small business include?
An AI readiness assessment looks at where AI can create practical value for your business, where it's just hype, and what you can act on next — delivered as part of a fractional CTO engagement alongside the technology roadmap and security posture review.
Ready to get started?
Book a free strategy call. We'll discuss your challenges, your goals, and whether a fractional CTO engagement makes sense for your business.
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