Director of IT, Strategy & Compliance-CMMC Expert
Northern Virginia, VA
The Edens Group, LLC
As the Leader in Recruiting Intelligence, The Edens Group has been retained to recruit an IT Director to lead Information Technology operations, strategy, and compliance efforts in alignment with CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) and other federal regulatory requirements for our client based in Northern Virginia. The initial focus of this role will be to ensure CMMC compliance, with a secondary focus on accessing the current IT infrastructure and creating a roadmap to ensure optimum IT operations across the firm.
Our client provides mission support and training services to the U.S. intelligence community and military. Their mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to the most complex national security challenges by delivering superior advice, building trusted partnerships and augmenting the capabilities of their customers.
This role combines traditional IT management responsibilities with specialized cybersecurity compliance expertise to ensure the company meets Department of Defense (DoD) contractor requirements. This IT Director/CMMC Compliance Expert will oversee IT security, systems architecture, infrastructure, help desk operations, and strategic technology planning. The position will oversee a minimum of two direct reports and will report to the Director of Operations in the firm.
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.
Salary & Benefits:
The base salary is highly competitive (roughly 150K to 200K in base) with a double-digit incentive bonus and a strong benefits package. If you thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and enjoy shaping the landscape within a company, please respond here and email your resume to:
The Edens Group, LLC
Attn: Kelly M. Edens
Dir. 703-517-2613
E-mail:
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology, Management, and Strategy/Planning
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting, Military and International Affairs, and IT System Training and Support
Featured Benefits
Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Pension plan, Child care support, Disability insurance.
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