Sparkfund · 2 hours ago
Senior Manager, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $170K/yr
6+ years expSparkfund is a deployment services company that specializes in enabling utilities to effectively manage distributed energy resources. They are looking for a hands-on Senior Manager of IT & Cybersecurity to oversee the administration of core IT systems and cybersecurity measures while enhancing processes for a growing remote-first company.
EnergyEnergy StorageFinanceFinancial ServicesPower Grid
Responsibilities
Own and maintain the IT and Security roadmap aligned to business needs, SOC 2 expectations, and customer requirements
Prioritize and sequence investments across identity, devices, endpoint protection, SOC 2 controls, and collaboration tooling
Define and communicate IT and Security standards, policies, and architectural decisions
Partner with leadership to develop budget forecasts and resourcing plans for IT and cybersecurity
Identify operational and compliance risks and propose mitigation strategies and tradeoffs
Administer collaboration and identity platforms (Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Slack, IAM, MDM, endpoint protection, etc.)
Configure and manage onboarding/offboarding workflows and IT provisioning
Implement and maintain IT helpdesk processes (low-volume)
Support vendor evaluations, integrations, and continuous improvements across the IT stack
Maintain secure device and access management across remote environments
Execute SOC 2 readiness and evidence collection in partnership with external consultants
Maintain IT and security policies, documentation, and control evidence
Coordinate responses to client security questionnaires and due diligence requests
Support vendor risk management and access control processes
Monitor and support incident response workflows in collaboration with leadership and vendors
Implement incremental improvements to device management, identity tooling, and endpoint management
Support responsible adoption of AI tooling and assess operational risks on a practical basis
Document workflows and train internal users on IT processes and tools
Qualification
Required
6–10+ years of experience in IT, security, or technology operations roles
Builder mentality: enjoys improving imperfect systems
Hands-on administration of collaboration platforms, identity tooling, and endpoint management
Experience supporting SOC 2 or similar security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to improve systems through iterative execution
Comfort operating as a senior IC who both defines strategy and executes tactically
Practical knowledge of security frameworks, risk management, and control implementation
Preferred
Curious about emerging technologies, including AI
Being an excellent internal trainer
Background in Computer Science or equivalent field
Working knowledge of SDCL or DevOps
Experience working in energy, utilities, distributed infrastructure, or other regulated operational environments
Benefits
Employer subsidized medical, vision, and dental as well as disability and life insurance.
Employer sponsored 401(k) plan with 2% match.
Flexible vacation policy encouraging strong work life balance and paid time away.
We observe all federal holidays.
Alternating 4-day work weeks, with every other Friday off.
12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for caregivers when they have a new addition to their families and an additional 4 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents.
A one-time, work-from-home stipend to help cover any equipment, hardware, etc. you need to set up your remote office.
A monthly allowance of $100 to help cover phone and Wi-Fi expenses.
Company
Sparkfund
Sparkfund is the deployment layer for the built environment, transforming buildings into a valuable extension of the grid.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$15.57MKey Investors
Energy Impact Partners
2020-10-27Debt Financing· $1M
2017-02-02Series B· $7M
2016-02-17Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Pier LaFarge
Founder & CEO
Recent News
2025-07-22
Green D Ventures
2024-02-19
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