Director of IT Operations

Who YOU are and what You can become:   

We are seeking a dynamic and experiencedDirector of IT Operations to lead and evolve the enterprise-wide IT infrastructure and network operations across ST Engineering North America (STENA). This role is pivotal in driving the transformation of our technological landscape, ensuring robust, secure, and scalable infrastructure services that align with our strategic business goals

Who WE are and where WE are going:   

ST Engineering is a global technology, defense, and engineering group with a diverse portfolio of businesses across the aerospace, smart city, defense and public security segments. With our U.S. headquarters based in Alexandria, VA, we have major operations in over 50 cities across 23 states, employing about 7,000 people in the country. At ST Engineering, we enable a more secure and sustainable world through innovative technology, products and solutions across diverse market segments. For the latest news about the group, visit www.stengg.com and follow the ST Engineering LinkedIn page.  

What YOU will do:  

Strategic Leadership: 

·        Define and execute a forward-looking IT infrastructure strategy in collaboration with executive leadership. 

·        Align IT operations with business objectives, ensuring agility, innovation, and operational excellence. 

·        Drive innovation by identifying emerging trends and evaluating their impact on our organization. 

·        Develop, implement, maintain, and consistently improve IT policies and standard operating procedures, including IT disaster recovery.

·        Participate in the IT Steering Committee to ensure the alignment of IT resources and activities with business priorities. 

Infrastructure Technology Stacks: 

·        Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust infrastructure technology stacks. 

·        Ensure scalability, reliability, and security of systems, networks, and cloud platforms. 

·        Establish the Cloud Strategy and Roadmap, leverage your expertise in cloud services (such as AWS and Microsoft Azure) to optimize our infrastructure. 

Global Infrastructure Services: 

·        Lead the delivery of infrastructure services across STENA business units. 

·        Collaborate with Group IT teams to ensure consistent service levels and operational excellence. 

·        Monitor performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions. 

Cybersecurity Operations: 

·        Implement and manage a robust cybersecurity framework to protect systems and data. 

·        Safeguard our systems, data, and intellectual property from cyber threats. 

·        Implement security controls and vulnerability management. 

Technical Expertise: 

·        Possess in-depth knowledge of, including and not limited to, Networking, Firewall, Microsoft Windows related services, Microsoft 365 services and Cyber security tools.

·        Stay informed about industry best practices, emerging technologies, and security trends. 

·        Provide thought leadership on technology adoption and transformation. 

Financial and Resource Management: 

·        Develop and manage budgets for IT projects, operations, and capital expenditures. 

·        Optimize resource allocation to achieve cost-effective solutions. 

·        Evaluate return on investment (ROI) for technology investments. 

Team Leadership: 

·        Build and lead a high-performing IT operations team.

·        Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. 

·        Lead and support functional leaders in maintaining, delivering, planning, and evaluating existing platforms, services, tools, and procedures, and the identification and evaluation of new capabilities.

·        Mentor and develop team members through training, performance management, and career development.

·        Build strong partnerships with other IT leaders in STENA and across ST Engineering; driving a culture of continuous improvement and lead by example. 

What YOU need to be successful:  

Qualifications: 

·        Bachelor's degree in information systems management, computer science, engineering, or related field required; a combination of education and experience may also be considered.  Advanced degree a plus. 

·        Minimum ten (10+) years of progressive leadership in IT infrastructure and network operations. 

·        Proven experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), data center consolidation, and cloud migration.

·        Strong experience with data center networks, WAN/SDWAN, wireless and remote secure network access platforms, firewalls required. 

·        Experience managing IT Security Operations required. 

·        Experience supporting multiple businesses required. 

·        Experience working in applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., DoD, NIST, DFARS) a plus. 

·        Demonstrated ability to develop and execute IT strategies that are aligned to business strategies and effectively govern and improve IT processes. 

·        Knowledge related to Windows servers, virtual technologies; VOIP systems; disaster recovery planning; desktop computing, customer support protocols; information security and privacy; and technology integrations. 

·        Strong knowledge of IT processes and best practices, including technology maintenance and monitoring; service-level agreements (SLAs); incident response, including security incidents; project portfolio management; disaster recovery planning and testing; CAPEX budgeting; application and equipment life cycles; and change management. 

·        Strong knowledge of holistic technology solutions (e.g., software, hardware, integrations, customer support, applications, databases, security, etc.) 

·        Certifications in relevant areas (e.g., CISSP, CCIE, Azure/AWS Certified Solutions Architect, etc.) will be a plus.

What WE offer:  

·          401K with rich company match and immediate vesting  

·          Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance  

·          Disability  

·          PTO   

·          Tuition Assistance  

·          Life and Accidental Death Insurance   

·          Development and Career Growth Opportunities  

·          Hybrid work schedule based out of Pensacola, FL or Baltimore, MD  

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems.  ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed.  We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made. 

 
ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101