IT

Join our team at Core One! Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges. In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first! We are committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent! We offer a competitive total compensation package that sets us apart from our competition. Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic, and growing company that values exceptional performance!

*This position requires the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance* 

Responsibilities:

The IT Lead  is responsible for the performance, security, reliability, and continuous improvement of the Company's information technology environment. This position is the functional owner of IT operations, cybersecurity coordination, technology planning, vendor management, and end-user support services. This position is accountable for departmental performance and is expected to independently prioritize work, execute technology initiatives, manage resources, and provide leadership with recommendations and escalation only when matters exceed established authority or present material business risk.

• Independently manage routine IT operations, technology implementations, vendor relationships, user support activities, and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Escalate matters involving significant operational disruption, cybersecurity incidents, substantial financial impact, legal exposure, or other material business risks.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement technology solutions that improve operational efficiency, automate business processes, and support corporate growth objectives.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve IT policies, procedures, standards, and documentation to support operational consistency, cybersecurity compliance, and organizational growth.
• Develop, maintain, and execute the Company's IT strategy and technology roadmap, prioritizing initiatives that improve security, scalability, operational efficiency, and business performance.
• Own the management and performance of third-party IT service providers, including service delivery oversight, escalation management, contract performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead the Company's cybersecurity and information assurance activities in coordination with the Facility Security Officer and external service providers, including vulnerability management, incident response readiness, system hardening, access control governance, and compliance activities.
• Establish departmental priorities, allocate resources, and manage workload distribution to ensure effective delivery of IT services and strategic initiatives.