Director of Information Technology

Job description

Overview

Vaco has an incredible opportunity to join our client as their newest Director of Information Technology. This is a fully onsite role located in the Northern Cincinnati area. The Director of IT will be responsible for overall technology strategy, infrastructure, and cybersecurity efforts, ensuring systems are secure, scalable, and aligned with business objectives, especially supporting U.S. Department of Defense work. The role works closely with executive leadership and cross‑functional teams to meet regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead the company's overall IT strategy, including infrastructure, systems, and security

Establish and enforce network security policies and best practices, including access controls, monitoring, and vulnerability management

Oversee day‑to‑day IT operations such as endpoint security, patching, firewalls, and incident response

Own and maintain the company's incident response plan, including testing and continuous improvement

Define and manage the technology roadmap, including evaluation and selection of tools and vendors

Partner with leadership to align IT initiatives with business priorities and customer requirements

Manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and service performance expectations

Ensure systems are scalable, resilient, and supported by strong backup and disaster recovery practices

CMMC & Compliance

Lead all efforts related to CMMC Level 2 compliance, including planning, execution, and ongoing maintenance

Translate NIST SP 800-171 requirements into actionable policies and technical controls

Maintain key compliance documentation, including SSPs, POA&Ms, and system diagrams

Ensure proper handling and protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI)

Support audit readiness, third‑party assessments, and remediation efforts as needed

Track and report on key compliance metrics to executive leadership

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

8+ years of progressive IT experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role

Strong background in cybersecurity, including identity management, network security, endpoint protection, and incident response

Experience working in a regulated environment and leading compliance initiatives

Ability to manage vendors, budgets, and technology decisions effectively

Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders

Nice to Have

Experience with CMMC Level 2 readiness or assessments

Familiarity with NIST SP 800-171 and DoD cybersecurity requirements

Experience working with CUI/FCI environments

Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Security+

Experience with cloud platforms, security tools, and enterprise applications

Equal Opportunity Notice

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