About NSTXL:

The National Security Technology Accelerator (NSTXL) harvests innovative technology from the commercial and non-defense marketplace, transforming government innovation while decreasing costs, compressing timelines, and improving outcomes. We offer a unique and simplified approach to rapidly developing, demonstrating, and assessing prototypes that address various operational and installation needs, from individual Warfighter technology to large-scale installation projects. NSTXL supports technology delivery to the Department of Defense by serving as a one-stop shop to match government requirements with innovative private-sector and academic solutions.

NSTXL is creating an ecosystem of innovators to collaborate and bring next-generation technologies to the end-user. Our OTAs have over 900 members from corporate, non-profit, educational, and financial institutions. For these members, NSTXL offers opportunities to bid on government contracts, education and training, and live/virtual forums on various topics.

Job Description:

The Director of Information Technology provides strategic direction and hands-on leadership for all IT operations, systems, and cybersecurity functions across the organization. This role is responsible for shaping and executing a technology strategy that supports organizational performance, compliance, and scalability. The Director oversees enterprise-wide initiatives that require coordination across multiple departments, ensuring technology investments strengthen operational efficiency and align with business priorities. The position also serves as a key partner to executive leadership in advancing digital transformation and maintaining a secure, resilient technology environment that meets Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. Government (USG) standards

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

IT Strategy and Leadership

• Develop and execute an enterprise-wide technology strategy that supports business objectives, operational efficiency, and long-term scalability.
• Provide leadership and direction across all IT functions, ensuring systems, infrastructure, and security practices enable organizational performance.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing IT team that delivers consistent, secure, and reliable technology services.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, ensuring technology investments and initiatives align with company goals.

Enterprise Systems and Program Delivery

• Lead large, complex enterprise system implementations requiring coordination across multiple departments and business functions.
• Direct the design, development, and deployment of new enterprise systems from inception, including mapping workflows, defining requirements, and managing vendor integration.
• Ensure programs are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable adoption and operational outcomes.
• Oversee governance and change management processes that ensure system sustainability, performance, and user engagement.
• Partner with business and operational leaders to align systems with strategic goals and compliance standards.

Infrastructure and Operations

• Manage cloud and on-premise environments to ensure reliability, scalability, and security.
• Oversee network administration, systems performance, and data management across all business units.
• Evaluate and manage vendor and service provider relationships to maintain high performance and cost efficiency.
• Implement best practices for operational continuity, disaster recovery, and technology modernization.

Process Optimization and Digital Transformation

• Lead technology-driven initiatives that improve workflows, enhance data visibility, and strengthen collaboration across departments.
• Design and document cross-functional processes that integrate business systems and support scalable growth.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts through data-driven analysis and stakeholder feedback.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and service excellence throughout all IT functions.

Cybersecurity and Compliance

• Oversee cybersecurity policies, audits, and incident response to maintain compliance with federal and industry standards.
• Manage frameworks such as NIST, CMMC, and FedRAMP, ensuring readiness and adherence to all required protocols.
• Serve as the primary liaison with compliance consultants, auditors, and government IT representatives.
• Lead risk identification initiatives and champion proactive mitigation strategies to safeguard company assets.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Project Management, or a related field

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Information Technology, including 5 years leading full-lifecycle IT or software projects for the Department of Defense (DoD) or U.S. Government.
• Minimum of 3 years managing or supervising personnel in technology functions.
• Proven experience leading large, complex, multi-department enterprise software implementations from inception through launch, not limited to optimization or upgrades.
• Demonstrated success in IT project delivery within complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong background in vendor management, business process analysis, and systems design.
• Demonstrated ability to map and integrate cross-functional workflows that improve scalability and efficiency.
• Proficiency with enterprise technologies, IT infrastructure, and cloud services.
• Working knowledge of NIST, CMMC, FedRAMP, or similar federal cybersecurity frameworks, with understanding of safeguarding requirements at the Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) level.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite, including SharePoint and Azure

Preferred Experience

• Experience within a defense, aerospace, or advanced technology organization operating in a regulated, compliance-driven environment.
• Background in professional services or consulting for the DoD or U.S. Government.
• Familiarity with CRM/ERP platforms such as Salesforce or NetSuite, and experience with low-code/no-code platforms and data integration tools.
• Understanding of Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs) and non-traditional acquisition processes.
• PMP, ITIL, or CISSP certification.

Location: 

• Remote

Travel:

• Travel for this position is estimated to be 10%

Equal Opportunity Employer:

NSTXL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.  

What We Offer:

We strive to be one of the best places to work in America. We offer competitive salaries and benefits that include: 

• Health Insurance: Medical and dental – company pays 92% of premiums for individual coverage and for family coverage 
• Vision Insurance: Fully covered 
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer match up to 4% 
• Paid Time Off: Paid sick and safe leave, paid floating holidays, and generous vacation  
• Other: 
• • Basic Life & AD&D policy company paid 
  • Voluntary Life 
  • Flexible & remote work structure 
  • Wellness reimbursement plan & mental health support 
  • Community sponsorships 
  • Donation matching 
  • Professional development allowance  

If you need any accommodation for the interview process, please let us know when we contact you. 

We take a geo-neutral approach to compensation within the US, meaning that we pay based on job function and level, not location. We are currently only open to remote employees residing in the following states: AL, FL, IN, MO, NM, NC, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WY.