Assistant Director of Infrastructure and Security

Associate Director of Infrastructure & Security, Arlington, VA

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

Immediate need for an Associate Director of Infrastructure & Security with a growing technology company in Arlington, VA, offers an excellent opportunity for a proactive leader in IT. With a salary of $170k plus a 10% bonus, this hybrid role focuses on maintaining high standards in IT infrastructure and security, particularly as it relates to Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementations. MUST BE ABLE TO OBTAIN US SECRET CLEARANCE!

Key Responsibilities :

Operations Management : Oversee daily operations, patching, and maintenance to ensure infrastructure efficiency.

Issue Resolution : Handle escalated issues and monitor KPIs for a stable IT environment.

Automation and Modernization : Lead initiatives to drive technological advancements.

Data Center Management : Oversee the operation and improvement of two data centers, including on-call responsibilities.

Security Alignment : Establish programs to meet industry security frameworks and compliance standards.

Threat Management : Stay updated on industry trends and security threats to safeguard systems.

Support and Availability : Ensure 24x7 support and high availability of IT systems.

Process Design : Implement essential processes for seamless operations and high security.

Strategic Decision-Making : Define priorities and make strategic IT decisions.

Reporting : Create reports to inform management on infrastructure performance and staffing needs.

Goal Achievement : Identify and meet strategic goals for infrastructure and security enhancement.

Technologies Used :

Microsoft Server 2016

Active Directory and Entra

SQL Server

Hyper-V

Defender

Power BI

Requirements :

Four-year accredited degree

Proven IT infrastructure management and security experience

Strong troubleshooting skills and project completion experience

Ability to travel to and from data center (Leesburg?) and office location (2x / month)

Knowledge of best practices and security frameworks

Vendor management and budget oversight experience

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Leadership abilities for mentoring team members

Benefits :

Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off and training budget

Engaging work environment with company events and volunteer opportunities

Pay : $160,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Salary : $160,000 - $170,000