Director of IT, Infrastructure & Security

Field AI; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Field AI in Irvine, California is hiring a Director of IT, Infrastructure & Security. This role involves owning IT operations, corporate security, and compliance programs.

The ideal candidate will manage an IT team and partner with various departments to ensure security and productivity. An understanding of Linux-based systems and tools like Google Workspace, Slack, and Jira is essential.

The position offers competitive compensation and emphasizes diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in IT operations and security risk management.
• Comfortable working with Linux-based systems.
• Ability to lead and manage IT teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Own IT operations, security, and compliance programs.
• Lead a small IT team to ensure operational success.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with various departments.

Skills

Linux/Ubuntu expertise

Experience with Google Workspace

Knowledge of IT security and compliance

Tools

Slack

GitHub

Jira

Job description

About the Job

We're hiring a Director of IT, Infrastructure & Security to own Field AI’s IT operations, corporate and cloud security, and compliance program end‑to‑end. You'll inherit a working program, SOC 2 Type II is in place, CMMC is being run in partnership with our MSP, and core IT systems are operational. Your charter is to keep it running well, mature it where it matters most, and serve as the senior voice on IT and security risk to the executive team.

This person must be highly comfortable operating in an environment where Google Workspace and Slack, Github and Jira are core IT and identity platforms, and where Linux/Ubuntu is the primary operating system across much of the company’s technical environment. We are looking for someone who has supported technical organizations where Linux‑based systems are the norm, not an edge case.

This role is for someone who likes to operate close to the work. You will lead a small, capable IT team, manage our MSP relationships, and partner with Engineering, Legal, Sales, and Executive leadership to keep Field AI secure, compliant, and productive. Success here requires judgment, urgency, and practicality: knowing which controls matter, building cross‑functional alignment, and shipping durable solutions without depending on large teams, heavy process, or perfect conditions.

Compensation and Benefits

Our salary range is generous and we take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining final salary; base pay offered may vary considerably depending on geographic location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.