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Director of Information Technology - Prometheus
Jobs via Dice, Bloomfield, Indiana, United States, 47424
Overview
Director of Information Technology - Prometheus Energetics LLC (Prometheus Energetics) is a new US-based joint venture that will be a merchant supplier of solid rocket motors, energetics, and related products for US and international defense markets. This role leads and manages all aspects of IT systems, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards while enabling secure collaboration with U.S. and international partners.
Responsibilities
Systems Architecture & International Collaboration: Design and manage IT system architecture to enable secure collaboration between U.S. and international partners; ensure IT infrastructure complies with export control laws while enabling global operations; develop and implement identity management, access controls, and cross-border data sharing; oversee vendor management and selection of IT solutions.
IT & Cybersecurity Management: Develop and implement IT strategies for classified/unclassified environments; ensure compliance with CMMC, NIST 800-53 & 800-171, DFARS, ITAR, and other DoD cybersecurity requirements; lead the cybersecurity program including vulnerability management, incident response, and employee training; serve as primary interface with DoD cybersecurity assessors, auditors, and regulatory agencies; oversee secure communications, network architecture, cloud services, and data governance.
ERP & Enterprise Systems: Lead (with Finance) the evaluation, selection, and implementation of an ERP system to support finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and program management; develop governance frameworks for system configuration, upgrades, and data security.
Digital Transformation & AI Tools: Identify, evaluate, and implement AI/ML tools to improve business and manufacturing processes; develop governance policies for ethical, secure, and compliant use of AI within DoD and international collaboration frameworks and export control restrictions; stay abreast of emerging AI technologies relevant to defense and aerospace; partner with functions to deploy AI solutions that improve cycle time, accuracy, and workforce productivity.
Leadership & Compliance: Build and lead a high-performing IT and cybersecurity team; determine staffing plans and allocate resources for IT operations and projects; lead development of annual budgets for IT, cybersecurity, and ERP projects; serve as interface with executives, regulators, and customers on IT compliance and infrastructure issues.
Experience and Skills
Strong knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements, including CMMC, NIST 800-53 & 800-171, DFARS, and ITAR
Proven expertise with ERP system selection, implementation, and lifecycle management
Demonstrated experience designing secure IT system architectures for international collaboration
Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills
Ability to interact with executives, regulators, and external stakeholders on complex IT issues
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Education and Experience
BS in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
Advanced degree or professional certifications (CISSP, CISM, CMMC-AB, PMP, etc.) highly desired
10+ years of IT leadership experience in defense, aerospace, or highly regulated industries
Experience in a startup environment highly valued
Work Environment
Office & factory environment
Ability to stand and sit for long periods
Ability to perform repetitive motions (keyboarding, phone use, IT equipment handling)
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Location Bloomington, Indiana area
Travel Occasional, including international, as required
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
Education Reimbursement
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Director of Information Technology - Prometheus Energetics LLC (Prometheus Energetics) is a new US-based joint venture that will be a merchant supplier of solid rocket motors, energetics, and related products for US and international defense markets. This role leads and manages all aspects of IT systems, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards while enabling secure collaboration with U.S. and international partners.
Responsibilities
Systems Architecture & International Collaboration: Design and manage IT system architecture to enable secure collaboration between U.S. and international partners; ensure IT infrastructure complies with export control laws while enabling global operations; develop and implement identity management, access controls, and cross-border data sharing; oversee vendor management and selection of IT solutions.
IT & Cybersecurity Management: Develop and implement IT strategies for classified/unclassified environments; ensure compliance with CMMC, NIST 800-53 & 800-171, DFARS, ITAR, and other DoD cybersecurity requirements; lead the cybersecurity program including vulnerability management, incident response, and employee training; serve as primary interface with DoD cybersecurity assessors, auditors, and regulatory agencies; oversee secure communications, network architecture, cloud services, and data governance.
ERP & Enterprise Systems: Lead (with Finance) the evaluation, selection, and implementation of an ERP system to support finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and program management; develop governance frameworks for system configuration, upgrades, and data security.
Digital Transformation & AI Tools: Identify, evaluate, and implement AI/ML tools to improve business and manufacturing processes; develop governance policies for ethical, secure, and compliant use of AI within DoD and international collaboration frameworks and export control restrictions; stay abreast of emerging AI technologies relevant to defense and aerospace; partner with functions to deploy AI solutions that improve cycle time, accuracy, and workforce productivity.
Leadership & Compliance: Build and lead a high-performing IT and cybersecurity team; determine staffing plans and allocate resources for IT operations and projects; lead development of annual budgets for IT, cybersecurity, and ERP projects; serve as interface with executives, regulators, and customers on IT compliance and infrastructure issues.
Experience and Skills
Strong knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements, including CMMC, NIST 800-53 & 800-171, DFARS, and ITAR
Proven expertise with ERP system selection, implementation, and lifecycle management
Demonstrated experience designing secure IT system architectures for international collaboration
Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills
Ability to interact with executives, regulators, and external stakeholders on complex IT issues
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Education and Experience
BS in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
Advanced degree or professional certifications (CISSP, CISM, CMMC-AB, PMP, etc.) highly desired
10+ years of IT leadership experience in defense, aerospace, or highly regulated industries
Experience in a startup environment highly valued
Work Environment
Office & factory environment
Ability to stand and sit for long periods
Ability to perform repetitive motions (keyboarding, phone use, IT equipment handling)
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Location Bloomington, Indiana area
Travel Occasional, including international, as required
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
Education Reimbursement
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