Huntington Ingalls Industries
Information Technology Lead (Mgr IS Technology 2) - 25543
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Bath, Ohio, United States
Overview
This opportunity resides with
Warfare Systems (WS) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
Position Overview We’re seeking a technically adept and strategically minded IT Lead to oversee and evolve our IT functions within a defense-oriented environment. This high-impact role will guide infrastructure growth, cybersecurity posture, and operational excellence across a dynamic, multi-site organization. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in secure systems design, air-gapped network environments, —balancing hands-on execution with long-term vision. As we expand, the IT Lead will play a pivotal role in integrating new facilities, optimizing internal systems, while maintaining compliance with federal and DoD standards.
Translate organizational goals into technical roadmaps and daily execution plans
Serve as senior escalation point for infrastructure, cybersecurity, and systems issues
Architect and deploy secure, scalable networks—including air-gapped environments—for new buildings and facility expansions
Oversee hardware/software provisioning, system integrations, and connectivity across classified and unclassified domains
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and support audit readiness for classified systems
Manage and evolve internal ticketing systems to align tactical tasks with strategic priorities
Monitor system performance, uptime, and service delivery metrics across secure enclaves
Identify opportunities for automation, modernization, and workflow efficiency
Serve as the Unit Software License Manager (USLM), overseeing license procurement, allocation, renewal and compliance with DoD and Air Force software management policies
Development and implementation of local policies, procedures and performance management
Create project budgets , track spend and forecast future needs and refreshes across tools, licenses and equipment
Develop multi-year roadmap for internal and external networks, as mission dictates
Minimum Qualifications 6 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems administration, or cybersecurity
3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
Proven expertise in network architecture, system integration, and security operations
Experience managing ticketing platforms (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow, or similar)
Hands-on experience with air-gapped networks and secure system deployments
Strong communication and documentation skills
Familiar with virtualization, Linux and Windows environments
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain and maintain and TS/SCI security clearance with enhanced security checks relevant progressive experience.
Preferred Requirements Master’s degree or certifications such as CISSP, CCNP, or ITIL
Experience in defense, intelligence, or government IT environments
Familiarity with hybrid cloud infrastructure (Azure Gov, AWS GovCloud)
Background in scaling IT operations during organizational growth
Experience with COMSEC equipment and processes
Physical Requirements Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role\'s location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII\'s Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role\'s function and a candidate\'s education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to
buildyourcareer@hii-co.com
and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call
1-844-849-8463
for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.
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This opportunity resides with
Warfare Systems (WS) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
Position Overview We’re seeking a technically adept and strategically minded IT Lead to oversee and evolve our IT functions within a defense-oriented environment. This high-impact role will guide infrastructure growth, cybersecurity posture, and operational excellence across a dynamic, multi-site organization. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in secure systems design, air-gapped network environments, —balancing hands-on execution with long-term vision. As we expand, the IT Lead will play a pivotal role in integrating new facilities, optimizing internal systems, while maintaining compliance with federal and DoD standards.
Translate organizational goals into technical roadmaps and daily execution plans
Serve as senior escalation point for infrastructure, cybersecurity, and systems issues
Architect and deploy secure, scalable networks—including air-gapped environments—for new buildings and facility expansions
Oversee hardware/software provisioning, system integrations, and connectivity across classified and unclassified domains
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and support audit readiness for classified systems
Manage and evolve internal ticketing systems to align tactical tasks with strategic priorities
Monitor system performance, uptime, and service delivery metrics across secure enclaves
Identify opportunities for automation, modernization, and workflow efficiency
Serve as the Unit Software License Manager (USLM), overseeing license procurement, allocation, renewal and compliance with DoD and Air Force software management policies
Development and implementation of local policies, procedures and performance management
Create project budgets , track spend and forecast future needs and refreshes across tools, licenses and equipment
Develop multi-year roadmap for internal and external networks, as mission dictates
Minimum Qualifications 6 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems administration, or cybersecurity
3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
Proven expertise in network architecture, system integration, and security operations
Experience managing ticketing platforms (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow, or similar)
Hands-on experience with air-gapped networks and secure system deployments
Strong communication and documentation skills
Familiar with virtualization, Linux and Windows environments
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain and maintain and TS/SCI security clearance with enhanced security checks relevant progressive experience.
Preferred Requirements Master’s degree or certifications such as CISSP, CCNP, or ITIL
Experience in defense, intelligence, or government IT environments
Familiarity with hybrid cloud infrastructure (Azure Gov, AWS GovCloud)
Background in scaling IT operations during organizational growth
Experience with COMSEC equipment and processes
Physical Requirements Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role\'s location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII\'s Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role\'s function and a candidate\'s education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to
buildyourcareer@hii-co.com
and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call
1-844-849-8463
for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.
#J-18808-Ljbffr