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IT Director

Sterling, Virginia

The IT Director leads Information Technology operations, strategy, and compliance efforts in alignment with CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) and other federal regulatory requirements. This role combines traditional IT management responsibilities with specialized cybersecurity compliance expertise to ensure our organization meets Department of Defense (DoD) contractor requirements. The IT Director will oversee IT security, systems architecture, infrastructure, help desk operations, and strategic technology planning.

Requirements:

  • IT & Security Strategy
    • Develop and implement an enterprise-wide IT strategy that aligns with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
    • Lead and drive the organization’s CMMC compliance initiatives and ensure adherence to NIST 800-171 standards.
    • Maintain and improve IT governance frameworks to support DFARS, FISMA, and FedRAMP requirements.
    • Develop incident response procedures and security breach protocols
    • Conduct regular security awareness training for all staff
  • Cybersecurity & Compliance
    • Oversee the implementation of CMMC Level 2+ controls and ensure IT systems remain compliant.
    • Partner with security teams to conduct gap assessments, risk management, and remediation efforts.
    • Manage IT audits, POA&Ms (Plans of Actions and Milestones), and compliance documentation.
    • Serve as the primary liaison with government agencies, auditors, and third-party assessors for IT security certifications.
    • Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, incident response plans, and security awareness training.
  • IT Operations & Infrastructure
    • Oversee daily IT operations, including cloud, on-premise, and hybrid environments to ensure performance, security, and scalability.
    • Lead IT service management, including help desk support, network administration, system monitoring, and disaster recovery planning.
    • Implement best practices for zero-trust architecture, endpoint security, and data loss prevention, including the establishment of access management protocols and security controls.
    • Manage IT vendor relationships and contracts, including cloud service providers, MSPs, and cybersecurity consultants.
  • Leadership & Budgeting
    • Lead and mentor the IT and cybersecurity teams, fostering a culture of security awareness and operational excellence.
    • Develop and manage the IT budget, policies, and strategic plans to ensure cost-effective technology investments.
    • Collaborate with executives and department heads to align IT initiatives with business needs.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (Master’s preferred).
  • 10+ years of IT leadership experience, preferably in government contracting.
  • Expertise in CMMC, NIST 800-171, DFARS, and federal cybersecurity frameworks.
  • Experience managing cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, GCC High).
  • Strong knowledge of firewalls, SIEM solutions, identity & access management (IAM), and endpoint protection.
  • Proven track record of leading IT teams and managing compliance-driven IT initiatives.
  • Security certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CISA, PMP, or CMMC Certified Professional (CCP).
  • Experience with encryption technologies and key management
  • Experience with implementing security information and event management (SIEM) tools
  • Strong understanding of network security, access controls, and system hardening
  • Experience developing and maintaining security policy and documentation.


About Core One 
Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges.  In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first and is comprised of outstanding professionals from the national security community.  Because Core One is committed to seeking top talent, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. In addition, Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic and growing company that values exceptional performance.

Core One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

 

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