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Director of IT & Security

Red Cell Partners is an incubation and investment firm building technology-led companies focused on healthcare, cyber, and national security. DEFCON AI delivers AI-driven resilient optimization for complex systems; we seek a strategic, hands-on Director of IT & Security to own CMMC 2.0 and SOC 2 programs, lead IT operations, and scale security posture across government, defense, and commercial engagements.

Skills

  • Direct ownership of CMMC 2.0 or SOC 2 engagements
  • Working knowledge of NIST frameworks (800-171 / 800-53)
  • Identity and access management expertise
  • Endpoint security and device management experience
  • Cloud-based IT environments (AWS, Azure, or similar)
  • Audit coordination and evidence collection
  • Vendor and MSP management in regulated environments
  • Clear communication with executives, auditors, and non-technical stakeholders
  • Incident response and IT risk management

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end CMMC 2.0 and SOC 2 readiness: control design, evidence collection, audit coordination, and remediation
  • Serve as primary contact for auditors, assessors, and external security partners
  • Maintain and evolve security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with DoD and federal requirements
  • Oversee identity and access management, device security, and incident response processes
  • Lead IT architecture, vendor selection, and relationships with MSPs, security vendors, and cloud providers
  • Ensure secure, reliable IT operations for a distributed workforce and plan scalable IT improvements
  • Provide hands-on escalation support and mentor IT Support Specialist and Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
  • Balance operational execution with long-term security and compliance priorities

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Systems, or related field preferred or equivalent experience
  • Relevant security certifications encouraged (CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent)
  • Demonstrable formal training or coursework in compliance frameworks is a plus

Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision) for employee and family
  • 14 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave at normal pay
  • Unlimited PTO (with management approval)
  • Opportunities for professional development and continued learning
  • Optional 401(k), FSA, and equity incentives
  • Mental health benefits via Tara Mind
  • Cost-effective GLP-1 solutions available through Crux
  • Career track opportunities with potential for rapid advancement
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DATE POSTED
March 28, 2026
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