Associate Director of IT Operations and Information Security - Remote

Overview

The Associate Director of IT Operations and Information Security at Harvard Kennedy School leads the collaboration, design, development, and implementation of enterprise infrastructure and information security architecture, ensuring the security, stability, and usability of the school's technical infrastructure and data assets.

In Short

• Lead the development and execution of a security and IT operations program.
• Manage and mentor the IT operations and information security team.
• Oversee the design and documentation of IT infrastructure.
• Provide strategic oversight of the information security program.
• Direct security operations and incident response.
• Maintain critical monitoring and alerting systems.
• Research and adopt secure IT solutions.
• Act as a trusted advisor on information security matters.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulations.
• Contribute to IT governance processes.

Requirements

• 7+ years of relevant IT experience.
• 2+ years of management experience in a technical environment.
• Hands-on experience with Windows Server and Active Directory.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure, preferably Azure and AWS.
• Knowledge of information security standards and tools.
• Familiarity with academic environments is a plus.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including parental leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage from day one.
• Retirement plans with university contributions.
• Wellbeing and mental health resources.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Commuter benefits and campus perks.