Chief Operating Officer – Cyber Intelligence & AI (Fractional | Remote)

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Our client is an emerging AI-driven cyber intelligence business operating in highly regulated sectors. The company is building advanced platforms focused on cyber risk, compliance, and data-driven decision support.

They are now seeking a Fractional Chief Operating Officer to work closely with the founder and the leadership team to shape operational strategy, commercial readiness, and scalable execution frameworks.

This is a fractional executive engagement for experienced operators who have previously worked at a senior leadership level in early-stage or scaling technology businesses.

This opportunity is designed for senior leaders who are comfortable contributing at an executive level within a lean, high-growth environment and who value strategic influence and long-term alignment.

About the Opportunity

This role is structured as a fractional executive engagement (approximately 8 hours per week, flexible).

You will collaborate directly with the founder and other leaders on:

• Strategic roadmap execution

• Go-to-market operations

• Partnership frameworks

• Commercial alignment and scaling systems

• Fundraising preparation cycles

• Cross-functional coordination between product, sales, and marketing

The focus is on building operational clarity and scalable systems in preparation for growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Translating strategic vision into structured execution plans

• Designing scalable operational processes across GTM and product delivery

• Supporting fundraising preparation and investor materials

• Establishing KPI frameworks and reporting structures

• Identifying operational risks and implementing mitigation strategies

• Strengthening partnerships and ecosystem relationships

• Advising on hiring roadmaps and resource prioritisation

Who This Opportunity Is For

You are likely a strong fit if you:

• Have held senior operational leadership roles (COO, VP Operations, Chief of Staff, or equivalent)
• Have experience within cybersecurity, AI, fintech, SaaS, or regulated technology environments
• Have supported early-stage or scaling businesses
• Are comfortable working in lean, founder-led environments
• Bring strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capability
• Thrive in flexible, remote-first working models

Engagement Structure

This opportunity is offered as a fractional contractor engagement, initially structured around flexible part-time contribution (approx. 8 hours per week).

Compensation is aligned with the company's stage and structured around long-term strategic contribution. Full commercial terms will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

Final Note

This opportunity suits operators who are motivated by building foundational systems in early-stage technology companies and who value strategic influence and long-term alignment over traditional corporate structures.