Innoflight · 11 hours ago
Director, Information Technology
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$155K/yr - $185K/yr
10+ years expInnoflight is one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators, seeking a Director of Information Technology. In this role, you will lead the strategy, security, and performance of the company's IT environment, ensuring reliable operations and compliance with government standards.
AerospaceElectronics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead Enterprise IT Strategy and Architecture: Define and execute the vision, architecture, and long-range technology roadmap for infrastructure, systems, telecommunications, databases, and engineering platforms
Ensure High-Availability IT Operations: Oversee a 24/7 IT environment, minimizing downtime, leading incident response efforts, and ensuring reliable hardware, software, and network performance to support employee productivity
Drive Cybersecurity and Compliance: Establish and maintain cybersecurity programs aligned with NIST, CMMC, and federal requirements to protect company intellectual property, proprietary data, and classified systems
Manage Information System Security (ISSM) Functions: Direct the security posture of classified networks, including documentation, monitoring, auditing, and adherence to government security standards
Oversee IT Risk, Disaster Recovery, and Continuity Planning: Develop and implement enterprise IT risk management, business continuity, and disaster recovery strategies
Develop Policies and Governance: Create, maintain, and enforce IT policies, procedures, and standards that support secure and efficient operations
Lead IT Budget and Resource Planning: Develop and manage the IT department’s annual budget, ensuring cost-effective investments in hardware, software, and services
Direct and Develop IT Teams: Provide leadership, mentoring, performance management, and staffing oversight while fostering a high-performing, service-oriented IT organization
Manage Vendors and Managed Service Providers: Negotiate IT-related contracts, oversee MSP performance, and manage vendor relationships to ensure service quality and value
Guide IT Project Portfolio Execution: Lead feasibility studies, system improvement initiatives, and major technology projects while communicating cost, value, and risk to executive leadership
Maintain Government and Agency Coordination: Build and maintain relationships with U.S. government agencies responsible for cybersecurity and regulatory compliance
Drive Continuous Improvement: Monitor IT trends, incorporate lessons learned, and continuously enhance IT services and operational processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
10 or more years of experience in IT leadership roles
Strong knowledge of IT requirements for U.S. Government contracts (NIST, CMMC, etc.)
Experience with enterprise IT systems design, infrastructure, and implementation
Proven experience managing IT projects, Managed Service Providers (MSPs), and external vendors
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
Business acumen with a practical, solution-oriented mindset
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance
Preferred
Advanced certifications or training
Aerospace and defense industry experience with classified IT systems
Benefits
401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.
Company
Innoflight
Innoflight is a non-traditional defense contractor and provider of cyber-secure avionics services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-03-24Private Equity
Leadership Team
Assi Friedman
Chief Technology Officer
Jeffrey Janicik
Chairman of the Board and Founder
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