We Close the IT Leadership Gap
Big Idea PM was built on a simple premise: organizations in Aerospace, Defense, and Manufacturing deserve executive-level IT leadership — without the overhead, the long-term commitment, or the risk of a bad hire.
IT, Cybersecurity & Project Management — deep, hands-on expertise built in the environments where IT failure is not an option.
Embedded Leadership. Measurable Outcomes.
With over 40 years of combined experience in IT, Cybersecurity, and Project Management, Big Idea PM was built on a simple premise: organizations in Aerospace, Defense, and Manufacturing deserve executive-level IT leadership — without the overhead, the long-term commitment, or the risk of a bad hire.
We specialize in the environments where the stakes are highest: regulated industries with complex compliance requirements, mission-critical infrastructure, and zero tolerance for IT failure. Our clients don't need a vendor — they need a partner who understands what's at stake.
Accountability
We don't consult from a distance. We own outcomes and operate with the same responsibility as a member of your leadership team.
Precision
In Aerospace, Defense, and Manufacturing, imprecision is not an option. We bring the same rigor to IT leadership that your industry demands in everything else.
Integrity
We tell clients what they need to hear, not what they want to hear. Our recommendations are driven by your best interests, not by scope expansion.
Expertise
Our team brings deep, sector-specific experience — not generalist IT consulting dressed up in industry language.
The Expertise That Matters in Regulated Industries
CMMC Compliance
CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 readiness, gap assessments, SSP/POA&M development, and C3PAO assessment preparation for DoD supply chain organizations.
NIST 800-171
Full framework implementation across all 14 control families — from access control and incident response to system and communications protection.
DoD Supply Chain
Deep experience supporting defense contractors and subcontractors navigating DFARS requirements, CUI protection, and contract compliance obligations.
Aerospace IT
IT leadership for aerospace primes and suppliers, including ITAR/EAR compliance, secure infrastructure design, and program-specific project management.
Enterprise Architecture for the SMB
Cloud strategy, infrastructure modernization, and technology stack evaluation for organizations scaling in regulated environments.
Rapid App Development
Purpose-built application development for operational workflows, system integrations, and process digitization in manufacturing and defense environments.
AI Adoption & Design
Strategic AI adoption planning, architecture design, and implementation guidance for organizations ready to operationalize AI in regulated environments.
Executive Access Without Executive Overhead
A full-time CIO or CTO costs $250,000–$400,000+ annually — before benefits, equity, and onboarding. A bad hire costs far more. The fractional model gives you access to the same caliber of leadership, engaged at the level your organization actually needs, with the flexibility to scale up or down as your requirements change.
Full-Time Executive
- ✕$250K–$400K+ annual cost
- ✕6–12 month hiring timeline
- ✕Benefits, equity, and onboarding overhead
- ✕Fixed capacity regardless of need
- ✕Risk of cultural or strategic misalignment
Big Idea PM Fractional
- ✓Fraction of full-time cost
- ✓Engaged in days, not months
- ✓No benefits, equity, or onboarding overhead
- ✓Scalable engagement matched to your needs
- ✓Proven expertise in your specific industry
Ready to Work With Us?
Schedule a consultation and let's assess your IT leadership needs, compliance posture, and where Big Idea PM can make the most immediate impact.