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# Director, IT & Infrastructure- Secret Clearance- Lanham MD/ Arli

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Lanham, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $175,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Costpoint, Large Language Models, SC Clearance, Information Technology
- **Published:** June 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8970956/director-it-infrastructure-secret-clearance-lanham-md-arli

## About the Role

* 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, or technology leadership within defense, aerospace, space, or government environments
 * Strong knowledge of secure IT infrastructure, CMMC Level 2, NIST 800-171, CNSSP-12, SCIF operations, and classified network environments
 * Experience managing ERP implementations (e.g., Deltek Costpoint), enterprise IT tools, and emerging technologies such as AI/LLMs in regulated environments
 * Proven program or project management background with the ability to lead initiatives from concept through execution
 * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related technical field (Master's preferred)

## Description

* Lead and oversee all IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, facility security systems, office technology, and classified environments (SCIFs) supporting defense operations
 * Direct the implementation, maintenance, and audit readiness of CMMC Level 2-compliant environments aligned with NIST 800-171 and CNSSP-12
 * Manage and develop technical leadership, including direct oversight of an IT Manager and partnership with the Facility Security Officer (FSO)
 * Own and execute strategic initiatives such as standing up Deltek Costpoint, evaluating and implementing AI/LLM solutions, and deploying modern enterprise tools
 * Plan, scope, and execute large infrastructure and security projects with minimal guidance, including domestic and international gateway or facility stand-ups
 * Develop budgets, infrastructure roadmaps, requirements, CONOPS, and execution plans to support mission-critical programs


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