Associate Director of Infrastructure & Security

$170,000 - $170,000/Yr

Cobalt International Limited - Arlington, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Arlington, VA

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Associate Director of Infrastructure & Security at Cobalt is a leadership role focused on overseeing IT infrastructure and security operations. This position is crucial for ensuring the efficient functioning of the company's IT systems while maintaining high-security standards. The role involves managing operations, addressing escalated issues, driving automation and modernization, and aligning with industry standards to protect against evolving security threats. The Associate Director will also play a key role in supporting the company's D365 implementations and products, ensuring that infrastructure and security processes align with client business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations, patching, and maintenance to ensure smooth and efficient infrastructure performance.
• Tackle escalated issues and monitor key performance indicators to maintain a robust and stable infrastructure.
• Lead initiatives for automation and modernization, staying at the forefront of technological advancements.
• Establish programs that align Cobalt with industry security frameworks and compliance standards.
• Keep current with industry trends, threats, and best practices to protect systems from evolving security risks.
• Manage on-call support and emergency responses to ensure IT system reliability and security around the clock.
• Ensure high availability, redundancy, backups, and performance across all environments.
• Implement key processes to ensure seamless IT operations and maintain high-security standards.
• Define priorities, resolve conflicts, and make strategic decisions that drive the company forward in IT maturation.
• Develop reports to help management understand staffing needs, infrastructure performance, and resource alignment.
• Identify and accomplish actionable goals that advance infrastructure and security practices.

Requirements

• A four-year degree from an accredited institution.
• Proven experience in IT infrastructure management and security.
• Firsthand experience in troubleshooting IT systems and completing projects.
• Strong understanding of industry best practices and security frameworks.
• Ability to reliably travel to and from data center and office locations on demand.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and task management skills.
• Fluency in English (written and oral).
• Experience in vendor management and budget oversight.
• Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop team members.
• A proactive approach to staying current with industry trends and technologies.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance