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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director, IT & Infrastructure - **Company:** AST SpaceMobile - **Location:** Lanham, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Technology, Service Stack - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/898284d0-f91f-44a3-8752-b40bb586a448 ## About the Role Bachelor's or master's degree in IT, cybersecurity, engineering, or a related technical field., A minimum of 10 years in IT infrastructure and security leadership within the DoD or aerospace sectors., * Deep knowledge of CMMC Level 2, NIST 800-171, and/or CNSSP-12. * Proven experience managing technical requirements for Facility Clearance (FCL) and overseeing FSO functions. * Experience managing IT in secure mission-critical environments such as SCIFs, labs, or satellite teleports. Soft Skills * Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. * Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy of documentation and compliance deliverables. Technology Stack * Network and infrastructure management tools. * Cybersecurity platforms aligned with DoD standards. * Compliance and audit software for CMMC and NIST frameworks. Physical/ Other Requirements * Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods. * Position is based in Lanham, MD, with future relocation to Tysons, VA. This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands. ## Description We are seeking a Director of IT & Infrastructure to lead the technical foundation of our Defense subsidiary. This leader will be responsible for the stand-up and management of a CMMC Level 2 compliant network and will own the end-to-end IT infrastructure across our defense lab and gateway facilities. This role oversees the critical convergence of IT, cybersecurity, and facility security (FCL) to ensure mission-critical environments remain secure, resilient, and compliant DoD standards., * Infrastructure Ownership: Manage and scale IT infrastructure across corporate offices, defense laboratories, and satellite gateway locations. * CMMC & Compliance: Direct the implementation and certification of a CMMC Level 2 network environment. * Cyber & Space Security: Lead cybersecurity strategy in alignment with CNSSP-12 and NIST 800-171 standards for space systems. * FCL & Security Leadership: Serve as the technical lead for Facility Clearance (FCL) requirements, ensuring compliance with DCSA standards. * Cross-Functional Convergence: Align IT, security, and facility protocols to support complex defense programs and protect national security data. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Introducing a Digital Service Catalog for speed and scale](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/763-introducing-a-digital-service-catalog-for-speed-and-scale) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Building high performance and scalable architectures for enterprises](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/19-building-high-performance-and-scalable-architectures-for-enterprises) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)