Director of IT

Bristol Alliance of Companies•Marysville, WA

1d•$145,866 - $233,386•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of IT is a collaborative, process-driven leader responsible for managing complex cross-functional initiatives, managing and coordinating external technology partners and managed service vendors, and aligning IT investments with business priorities. Reporting to senior leadership, the Director of IT owns the company’s IT roadmap and budget and is part of a team responsible for managing company cybersecurity and compliance programs, including ongoing management of our CMMC Level 2 and NITS 800-171 environment, and serves as a trusted partner to internal leadership and 350+ staff across multiple U.S. offices supporting government programs and clients. The Director of IT manages one internal IT staff member and oversees outsourced IT operations and vendors to support critical infrastructure, provide solutions to technical challenges, and effectively manage competing priorities across technology, compliance, operations, and cost. Bristol Alliance of Companies (Bristol) is committed to building lasting relationships that reflect our hard work, ingenuity, and dedication to safety. Every employee has an impact on our success, which benefits the Native Culture, land, and people of the Bristol Bay region. Our values: People, Communities, Reputation, Teamwork, Trust, and Truth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field; equivalent military or professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in information technology operations, infrastructure oversight, and vendor management.
Experience supporting IT infrastructure, operations, and/or cybersecurity initiatives within a government contracting (GovCon), NIST 800-171 Rev. 2, and/or CMMC-regulated environment.
CISSP or CISM certification within one year of hire.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing or supporting a NIST 800-171 Rev2 compliant infrastructure.
Familiarity with GCC and GCC High environments.
Experience evaluating, implementing, or leveraging AI tools and platforms, including Microsoft Copilot, Claude, and Gemini.
Background in security governance, risk management, and audit coordination.
Experience supporting Department of Defense or federal contracting environments.
Experience developing, documenting, and maintaining IT operational procedures, processes, and governance frameworks.
Relevant certifications in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365 Administration, or related platforms.
Experience in SharePoint administration and governance.

Responsibilities

Manage relationships with managed service providers (MSP, MSSP) Cloud Service Providers (CSP), software vendors, and telecommunications providers to support and execute key business objectives.
Oversee and maintain NIST 800-171 Rev. 2 compliant cybersecurity infrastructure, policies, procedures, and documentation; coordinate audits and collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.
Maintain working knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, cloud, collaboration, networking, and security technologies to effectively oversee outsourced IT operations and ensure alignment with business needs and organizational standards.
Maintain working knowledge of AI platforms, automation tools, and emerging technologies, providing strategic guidance on evaluation and adoption to improve operational efficiency and solve business challenges.
Lead and mentor one IT staff member, including workload management, training, and professional development.
Lead development and maintenance of the IT roadmap, including infrastructure modernization, scalability planning, process improvement, and cost management aligned with organizational objectives.
Oversee planning, coordination, execution and management of infrastructure and technology projects.
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and ensure timely resolution of incidents and service requests through outsourced IT providers.
Negotiate and manage service agreements, enterprise software licensing, SLAs, service metrics, and escalation procedures.
Maintain IT policies, procedures, and operational documentation.
Oversee ISP and connectivity services supporting multi-site and remote operations.
Report on IT goals, operational performance, technology trends, and budget forecasts to leadership.
Oversee enterprise change management processes and technology governance.
Manage the IT budget, procurement activities, software licensing, and technology asset planning.
Remain current on emerging technologies, cybersecurity trends, and industry best practices; identify organizational training needs related to the IT environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.