Robert (L) Fox - Senior / Executive Interim CIO / CTO & CISO
Experience
Technology & Security Executive
Transformational leadership at the intersection of business strategy and technology innovation
Managed technology transformations with budgets up to €150M (OPEX & CAPEX)
Led multinational teams of 50-150 professionals across various industries
Directed enterprise-wide security programs and digital transformation initiatives
Orchestrated successful M&A integrations, carve-outs and crisis management
Executed large-scale transition programs for global organizations
Security excellence: advanced implementation of ISO27001, NIS2, TISAX, DORA, ISMS frameworks, among others
Digital innovation: cloud transformation, AI security integration, IoT/Industry 4.0
Infrastructure expertise: enterprise architecture, network security, data center optimization
Program management: PMI, PRINCE2, ITIL, ITSM methodologies
Risk management: cyber resilience, compliance, business continuity
Strategic vision: translating complex technical challenges into business opportunities
Change leadership: guiding organizations through digital evolution and security transformation
Crisis management: rapid response and recovery in high-pressure situations
Stakeholder engagement: building consensus across the C-suite, boards and global teams
Innovative mindset: quick adaptation to emerging technologies and market demands
Global perspective: extensive international experience and multicultural sensitivity
Talent development: mentoring and building high-performance technical teams
Knowledge transfer: effective communication of complex concepts at all levels
Solution focus: pragmatic problem solving with strategic long-term vision
Relationship building: strong stakeholder management and executive presence
Bilingual: English (native), German (business level)
Strategic thinking combined with meticulous attention to detail
Results-driven with a service-oriented approach
Analytical mindset with creative problem-solving skills
Diplomatic leadership style enriched by strategic humor
Industry experience: financial services, banking & insurance, energy & utilities, automotive & engineering, healthcare & life sciences, technology & telecommunications
Summary
Highly experienced Executive (CIO, CTO & CISO) and Program Manager with a strong technical background and with significant strategic and operational management experience gained with multi-national, matrix organizations while working across a wide range of business sectors including energy, insurance, banking & finance and automotive. An in-depth project and program management background with the proven ability to lead large scale, international transformation projects and programs while deploying technical expertise in IT Architecture, Networking, IT Infrastructure, Systems Integration and Information Security. Fully capable of operating effectively in fast moving work environments and driving the achievement of KPIs and quality milestones while ensuring customer satisfaction. Outstanding management experience and a proven track record in strategic planning and delivery with a history of leading in-house, international and matrix teams of up to 250 multi-disciplinary staff. A very capable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills who leads from the front, builds great relationships, and makes a first class impression with clients and ‘C’ level stakeholders.
Skills
25+ Years Of Experience In Technology Across Multiple Industries
Senior & Executive Interim Management Up To Cto / Cio / Ciso Levels
Line And Project Management Experience With Up To 150 Employees
Direct Budget Responsibility (Opex & Capex) Up To €100m+
Shaping And Advancing Team Collaboration
Proven Track Record With Aggressive Startups To Global Organizations
Senior It Project & Program Management (Pmi / Prince Ii / Itil / Itsm)
Assertiveness, Decision-making Ability, Project Leadership Skills
Carve-out, M&a, Crisis Management & Organizational Restructuring Experience
Large Transition, Transformation, Rollout And Change Programs
High Core It/edp Expertise (With A Focus On Infrastructure, Networks, Architecture And Security)
Strong Interpersonal, Communication, Presentation And Public Speaking Skills
Exceptional Relationship And Stakeholder Management Skills (External/internal)
Strong Customer Orientation – Strong Results, Solution And Goal Orientation
Analytical, Strategic, Conceptual And Structured Thinking
Multicultural Experience (Global) & Intercultural Sensitivity
Reliable, Consistent, Resilient And Highly Responsible
Excellent Hr / Team Building / Personal And Leadership Skills
Humor As An Intelligent Survival Strategy
Languages
Education
Foothill De Anza College
Los Altos Hills, United States
Heald Institute of Technology
San Jose, United States
Sequoia High School
High School Diploma · Redwood City, United States
Certifications & licenses
ITIL
ITSM
PMI
Prince II
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