Senior IT Ops & Security Leader for Regulated Environments

Phoenix Data Corporation; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Data Corporation in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an experienced IT Operations & Security Lead to oversee day-to-day IT infrastructure and drive security and compliance initiatives in a regulated environment. You will lead a small team, coordinate with external partners, and mentor IT Systems Engineers while delivering reliable, secure systems across the organization.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership in infrastructure, networking, and cybersecurity, with a focus on governance and

Qualifications

• 8-12+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems engineering, or related roles.
• Proven experience leading or mentoring technical teams.
• Strong expertise in Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, Networking, and Virtualization.
• Experience implementing and supporting cybersecurity controls (endpoint protection, vulnerability management, logging/SIEM).
• Working knowledge of NIST 800-53, 800-171, FISMA, or CMMC.
• Experience in regulated or government environments.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure IT infrastructure across Windows Server, AD, DNS, DHCP, and networking.
• Oversee daily IT operations including endpoint management, server administration, and M365 environment.
• Manage and optimize Active Directory (GPOs, DNS, DHCP, domain architecture).
• Ensure performance, availability, and scalability of systems and services.
• Implement security controls and support audits and continuous monitoring with external vendors.
• Mentor IT Systems Engineers and provide guidance, escalation, and feedback.
• Drive SOPs, system configurations, and incident reporting.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

Group Policy

Networking

Firewalls

VPNs

VMware

Hyper-V

SIEM

Vulnerability management

Endpoint protection

Documentation

Leadership

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Microsoft 365

Job description

Phoenix Data Corporation in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an experienced IT Operations & Security Lead to oversee day-to-day IT infrastructure and drive security and compliance initiatives in a regulated environment. You will lead a small team, coordinate with external partners, and mentor IT Systems Engineers while delivering reliable, secure systems across the organization.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership in infrastructure, networking, and cybersecurity, with a focus on governance and