Description We are on the hunt for a Senior Manager - IT Operations & Security to join, mentor and lead a team in the Aviation, Manufacturing and Government Solutions industry, based in Plano, Texas. In this role, you will be ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of various information related to our customers, business partners, and employees. Your focus will be on adhering to our organization's information security policies and ensuring compliance with government defense contractor regulatory requirements. Responsibilities: • Spearhead a strategic, comprehensive enterprise information security and IT risk management program, particularly designed for a Government Defense Contractor. • Establish a robust information security management framework around NIST 800-171, DFARS, and other government regulatory requirements. • Collaborate with department leaders to ensure uniform application of policies and standards across all technology projects, systems, and services. • Lead the organization's information security posture, inclusive of business continuity, disaster recovery, and processes governing programs. • Contribute to the overall business technology planning, leveraging current knowledge and future vision of technology and systems. • Oversee a group of 3rd party service providers to guarantee service delivery is aligned with all of the above. • Facilitate risk assessment and risk management processes directly with various business units, with a specific focus on compliance. • Utilize skills in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Cisco Routers, Cisco Technologies, Cloud Technologies, Firewall Technologies, AB Testing, Active Directory, Backup Technologies, Circuit Board, and Computer Hardware. Requirements · Bachelor’s Degree and 15 + Years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure. · The desire to be a hands-on leader for a team of IT Administrators and Engineers. · Currently holds a security clearance or have the ability to obtain a security clearance. · In-Depth knowledge with NISPOM, NIST SP 800-53 and DAAPM · Prior experience with offsite Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, ERP Management, Help Desk Management, Telecom / Phone Systems and managing 3rd party vendors. · Project Management, Workflow Visuals and budgeting. · Certifications – CISSP, CCNA or Above, Cloud Based Certification (AWS), PMP, ITIL, Etc. – Highly Preferred but not required Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .