Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Chantilly, VA

Reports to: CEO/Executive Leadership Team

About Us:

At REDLattice, we are a global leader in providing differentiated technical cybersecurity products and services. As we continue to grow and adapt to a rapidly evolving digital and financial landscape, we are seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-oriented Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The CFO will play a critical role in driving our organization's financial success, ensuring sustained growth, and leading strategic initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

We are driven by impactful and innovative projects that contribute directly to safeguarding our country's critical infrastructure. With offices in Northern Virginia and Melbourne, Florida, and a strong focus on operational excellence, we are expanding rapidly to meet the evolving needs of our customers and partners.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our team in Chantilly, VA. This role requires a dynamic financial leader who can develop and execute growth strategies, manage M&A initiatives, and ensure financial stability while driving alignment with corporate goals.

What You'll Do:

As CFO at REDLattice, you will:

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and execute financial strategies that align with REDLattice's business goals, ensuring long-term growth and profitability.
• Mergers and Acquisitions: Lead M&A initiatives, including identifying opportunities, conducting due diligence, negotiating deals, and integrating acquisitions.
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning to drive data-informed decision-making and resource optimization.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks to safeguard the organization's assets and reputation.
• Capital Allocation: Optimize the allocation of capital to maximize returns and support strategic priorities.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure compliance with financial regulations, corporate policies, and ethical standards.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate financial performance, strategies, and risks to the executive team, board of directors, and external stakeholders.
• Operational Efficiency: Streamline financial operations to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in a high-growth environment.
• Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.

Key Projects You Will Lead:

• Growth Strategy Execution: Develop and implement a financial roadmap to support REDLattice's rapid growth and expansion into new markets.
• M&A Activities: Drive the end-to-end process of mergers and acquisitions, ensuring successful integration and value realization.
• Financial Technology Implementation: Implement modern financial systems and tools to enhance reporting, analytics, and decision-making capabilities.
• Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiency to improve profitability and sustainability.
• Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate with business leaders to identify and execute strategic partnerships and joint ventures.

Required Qualifications:

• Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. An MBA or equivalent advanced degree is strongly preferred.
• Professional Certifications: CPA, CFA, or other relevant financial certifications are highly desirable.
• Leadership Experience: Proven track record of at least 10 years in financial leadership roles, with 5+ years as a CFO or equivalent position in high-growth organizations.
• M&A Expertise: Extensive experience leading mergers and acquisitions, including deal structuring, negotiation, and integration.
• Financial Acumen: Deep knowledge of financial planning, analysis, and reporting in complex and dynamic business environments.
• Regulatory Compliance: Strong understanding of financial regulations, GAAP, and corporate governance standards.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to diverse audiences.
• Technology Proficiency: Experience with financial systems, ERP platforms, and advanced data analytics tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Growth-Oriented Leadership: Demonstrated ability to scale financial operations in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Defense or Technology Industry Experience: Prior experience in industries such as defense contracting, technology, or cybersecurity.
• Strategic Vision: Ability to think strategically and contribute to broader organizational objectives beyond finance.
• Cultural Alignment: Commitment to fostering a mission-driven and values-focused culture.

What Success Looks Like:

• Financial Stability: REDLattice achieves sustainable growth with robust financial health and effective risk management.
• M&A Success: Successful identification, execution, and integration of strategic acquisitions that drive value creation and expansion.
• Operational Excellence: Streamlined financial processes that support scalability and improved decision-making.
• Leadership Impact: A high-performing finance team that is aligned with corporate objectives and prepared for future challenges.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible work environment with remote options
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications
• A dynamic, mission-driven, and values-focused work culture

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

REDLattice is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

Join us at REDLattice and be a part of a team that is at the forefront of innovation and growth. Apply today!