IT Director - Remote

Overview

The IT Director at Rise8 will oversee day-to-day IT operations, ensuring security, productivity, and compliance while leading a team in a remote-first environment.

In Short

• Lead IT operations and engineering work.
• Manage endpoint and device management.
• Implement NIST SP 800-171 controls.
• Oversee identity and access management.
• Support cloud infrastructure.
• Drive automation and standardization.
• Provide user-facing IT support.
• Work closely with the cybersecurity team.
• Coordinate vendor relationships.
• Ensure operational alignment with compliance initiatives.

Requirements

• 10+ years in IT/sysadmin/engineering roles.
• Experience with NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC.
• Proficient with endpoint management tools.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in various OS.
• Familiarity with cloud environments.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in a remote-first environment.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule in a 100% distributed workforce.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage.
• 401k match at 10% gross pay.
• 4 weeks PTO and 11 federal holidays.
• Annual education budget of $3,500.
• Home office technology stipend.
• Wellness budget reimbursement.
• Equipment provided (MacBook Pro).
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Access to corporate wellness programs.