Director of Information Technology (IT)

Director of Information Technology (IT)

Position Overview

EO Solutions is seeking an experienced and visionaryDirector of Information Technology (IT)to lead and shape the companys IT strategy infrastructure and cybersecurity posture across our distributed operations in Nevada Hawaii Alabama and remote locations. The ideal candidate will bring 15 years of progressive IT leadership experience a deep technical foundation spanning hybrid infrastructure client systems and cybersecurity and a proven track record implementing secure compliant and scalable IT solutions in support of a high-growth defense-focused organization.

In this role you will set the direction for EO Solutions IT roadmap oversee daily operations and long-term planning lead a growing IT team and ensure our systems meet DoD cybersecurity compliance standards (NIST 800-171 CMMC). You will work closely with company leadership and cross-functional teams to support mission-critical programs in Directed Energy Space Domain Awareness and AI/Autonomy ensuring our IT environment is secure resilient and enabling innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Define and execute the companys IT strategy aligned with EO Solutions growth and mission objectives.

• Develop multi-year technology roadmaps covering infrastructure cloud adoption security and user experience.

• Advise executive leadership on emerging technologies risks and opportunities to enhance operations and cybersecurity.

Infrastructure & Systems Oversight

• Oversee management ofhybrid Active Directory environments(Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD and on-prem AD).

• Direct the administration and optimization ofWindows Linux and macOSenvironments across the enterprise.

• Lead the design deployment and maintenance ofvirtualization platforms(e.g. Proxmox VMware Hyper-V) and scalable cloud solutions.

• Architect and manageenterprise network infrastructure including VLAN segmentation firewall policies VPN gateways and secure remote access.

Cybersecurity & Compliance

• Own and enforce cybersecurity policies ensuring compliance withDFARS NIST 800-171 and CMMCframeworks.

• Lead system hardening initiatives vulnerability assessments incident response plans and risk mitigation strategies.

• Oversee security monitoring solutions (e.g. SIEM endpoint protection) and ensure proactive detection and response to threats.

• Champion IT audit readiness and coordinate with external auditors and government partners on compliance requirements.

Team Leadership & Operations Management

• Build lead and mentor a high-performing IT and cybersecurity team.

• Establish and enforce operational standards processes and best practices for system changes patching backups and documentation.

• Oversee Microsoft 365 environment including deployment security policy enforcement and user access management.

• Drive continuous improvement in IT service delivery end-user support and cross-department collaboration.

• Manage team and provide hands-on leadership and oversight across multiple EO Solutions sites.

• Regular travel between EO Solutions sites is required to support infrastructure initiatives team development and on-site system audits.

Policy Documentation & Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop and maintain IT policies standard operating procedures (SOPs) disaster recovery plans and technical documentation.

• Collaborate across engineering operations and program teams to ensure IT solutions align with evolving program needs.

• Communicate technical strategies and risk assessments clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• 15 yearsof progressive experience in enterprise IT systems administration cybersecurity and infrastructure leadership.

• Proven experience managinghybrid environments(Azure AD/Entra ID and on-prem Active Directory).

• Demonstrated expertise inWindows Server Linux distributions and macOSendpoint management and security.

• Strong knowledge ofnetwork architecture firewall configuration and VLAN segmentation.

• Experience withvirtualization platforms(Proxmox VMware Hyper-V or KVM).

• Deep familiarity withDFARS NIST 800-171 and CMMCsecurity frameworks.

• Certifications:CompTIA Security and Network(CISSP CISM or similar leadership-level certifications preferred).

• Exceptional leadership communication and collaboration skills with experience building and leading technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience implementing or managingSIEM tools syslog servers and endpoint protection platforms.

• Background in compliance audits SSP (System Security Plan) development or working with DoD contracting requirements.

• Proficiency in automation and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible Bash PowerShell).

• Experience supportingDoD aerospace or defense contractor environments.

Why Join EO Solutions

At EO Solutions we prioritize the well-being of our team members. We offer a competitive salary comprehensive healthcare vision and dental plans for you your spouse and your dependents as well as a supportive and innovative work environment.

Benefits Include:

• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Comprehensive healthcare dental and vision coverage
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) with a strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Commitment to Diversity:

EO Solutions is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that a variety of perspectives leads to better solutions and a more vibrant workplace culture.