Director of Infrastructure and Security at Standard Calibrations, Inc in Chesapeake, Virginia

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Director of Infrastructure and Security to lead and oversee all aspects of our organization's IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, system administration, help desk operations, building security, and business continuity planning. This role will also be responsible for achieving and maintaining compliance with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to manage both strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations, ensuring the security, reliability, and efficiency of our technology and physical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

IT Infrastructure and System Administration

- Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance.

- Oversee system administration, including server, network, and cloud environments.

- Ensure systems and applications are up-to-date, secure, and operating efficiently.

Cybersecurity and Compliance

- Plan, architect, implement and enforce best practices and policies to consistently secure and backup systems, networks, and data for SCI. Monitor all systems 24/7.

- Ensure systems and applications are up-to-date, secure, and operating efficiently.

- Lead the organization's efforts to achieve and maintain CMMC certification and compliance with other relevant governmental and compliance bodies.

- Conduct regular security audits, risk assessments, and incident response planning.

- Stay current with emerging security threats and implement proactive countermeasures.

Help Desk Operations

- Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve help desk performance and end-user satisfaction.

- Monitor and report on help desk metrics to ensure continuous improvement.

Building Security and Business Continuity

- Develop and oversee building security protocols, including access controls and surveillance systems.

- Create, maintain, and test the Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) to ensure operational resilience.

- Lead incident response and recovery efforts for both physical and cyber disruptions.

Leadership and Collaboration

- Develop and manage budgets for IT infrastructure and related projects.

- Recruit, mentor, and manage a team of IT, security, and support professionals.

- Collaborate with other departments to align technology initiatives with business goals.

- Develop and conduct company security training for the overall company.

- Serve as the organization's subject matter expert on IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and building security.

Qualifications
Education and Experience

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

- 8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and system administration, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

- Demonstrated experience with CMMC compliance and certification processes.

Technical Skills
• Expertise in managing on-premises and cloud-based infrastructures & both Linux & Windows environments.
• Strong understanding of IT service management (ITSM) and help desk operations.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and tools.
• Proficiency in system administration and network architecture.
• Experience in designing and implementing physical security systems.

Leadership and Strategic Skills
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities with a strategic focus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or ITIL.
• Experience in government or regulated industries or affinity to learn.
• Proven track record in managing IT help desk and system administration teams.

Safety

It is SCI's policy to require safe operations and practices from all employees and to ensure our management team focuses on maintaining a safe working environment even while working in hazardous work environments.

Appearance

· Business Casual

Travel

Any travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear.

· The employee frequently is required to move about a 2-story building using stairs and/or elevator; use hands to touch, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

AAP/EEO Statement

Standard Calibrations, Inc. (SCI) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. In addition to federal law requirements, SCI complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Standard Calibrations, Inc. (SCI) expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment. Harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, age (40 or over), or genetic information (including family medical history) is illegal and will not be tolerated. Improper interference with the ability of SCI's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Standard Calibrations, Inc. (SCI) reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities at any time according to the needs of the company's business. The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. SCI provides cross training and other task training as necessary to ensure all positions can be augmented, supported, or fully covered by multiple employees. SCI employees at any level may be assigned at any time to perform tasks unrelated to their primary job description.

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