Onsite IT Operations Lead for Military Network

By Light Professional IT Services LLC; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 337,457 - 449,943; Full time

Job summary

By Light Professional IT Services LLC is seeking an experienced IT Services Support professional to provide critical communications and information technology services to the U.S. Military Training Mission in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves ensuring the integrity and security of networking operations and providing administrative oversight of IT functions.

The ideal candidate requires extensive IT operations experience, strong leadership abilities, and relevant certifications such as PMP and Security+. A Secret Security Clearance is required for this position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT operations and network administration.
• 5+ years supporting US Government programs in overseas environments.
• Strong understanding of ITIL-based service management.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily technical and administrative operations of IT services.
• Interface with USMTJ6 leadership for mission priorities.
• Oversee continuity of operations (COOP) planning.

Skills

Project Management

Network Administration

Cybersecurity

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or Cybersecurity

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ITIL v4 Foundation

CompTIA Security+ CE

PMP or CompTIA Project+

Job description

By Light Professional IT Services LLC is seeking an experienced IT Services Support professional to provide critical communications and information technology services to the U.S. Military Training Mission in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves ensuring the integrity and security of networking operations and providing administrative oversight of IT functions.

The ideal candidate requires extensive IT operations experience, strong leadership abilities, and relevant certifications such as PMP and Security+. A Secret Security Clearance is required for this position.