IT Manager: Defense-CMMC Security & Dynamics 365 Lead

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 141,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Information Technology Manager to lead a multidisciplinary IT team managing network, systems, and enterprise applications. The role focuses on compliant, secure operations in a defense contracting context and requires strategic staffing, budgeting, and vendor management.

The position oversees Dynamics 365 and SharePoint, ensures audit-ready DoD/CMMC networks, and directs Tier 1/2 support with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of progressive IT experience, including 3+ years managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Working knowledge of network/systems administration.
• CMMC/NIST 800-171 requirements.
• Experience in defense, government contracting, or another regulated industry.
• Strong leadership, communication, and vendor management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations and performance of network administration, systems administration, and enterprise application support teams.
• Oversee administration and optimization of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and SharePoint environments.
• Ensure CMMC/NIST 800-171 associated network segments are maintained and audit-ready per DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Direct Tier 1/Tier 2 support operations, ensuring SLAs are met and escalation paths are effective.
• Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and professional development for direct reports.
• Manage team workload, staffing, and hiring across all functional areas.
• Partner with security/compliance teams on CMMC assessments, POA&Ms, and remediation efforts.
• Develop and manage IT operational budgets, vendor relationships, and licensing.
• Report operational metrics, risks, and initiatives to senior IT leadership.

Skills

IT Leadership

Network Administration

System Administration

Vendor Management

CMMC/NIST 800-171

Defense/Government Contracting

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Job description

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Information Technology Manager to lead a multidisciplinary IT team managing network, systems, and enterprise applications. The role focuses on compliant, secure operations in a defense contracting context and requires strategic staffing, budgeting, and vendor management.

The position oversees Dynamics 365 and SharePoint, ensures audit-ready DoD/CMMC networks, and directs Tier 1/2 support with strong leadership and communication skills.