Director of IT Security & Compliance

Socket.dev; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. seeks a Director of Information Technology to lead IT operations, govern cybersecurity, and own regulatory compliance across government contracts.

The role manages infrastructure, business systems, and end-user support within a fast-paced, high-stakes manufacturing environment. The position requires directing CMMC programs, implementing NIST SP 800-171 practices, and ensuring DFARS/ITAR compliance while coordinating with legal and procurement on export-control

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of IT/GRC in defense or government-contracted settings.
• Hands-on experience with CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and DFARS/ITAR controls.
• Experience aligning IT strategy with complex hardware manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT governance, risk, and compliance programs and report to executive leadership.
• Oversee IT operations, infrastructure, security, and business systems.
• Own DFARS/ITAR export-control and government-contract compliance obligations.

Skills

Leadership

GRC program management

Cybersecurity

DFARS/ITAR compliance

NIST SP 800-171

CMMC

ERP/PLM systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related field

Job description

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. seeks a Director of Information Technology to lead IT operations, govern cybersecurity, and own regulatory compliance across government contracts.

The role manages infrastructure, business systems, and end-user support within a fast-paced, high-stakes manufacturing environment. The position requires directing CMMC programs, implementing NIST SP 800-171 practices, and ensuring DFARS/ITAR compliance while coordinating with legal and procurement on export-control