Strategic IT & Security Leader (Remote/Hybrid)

Rivel, Inc.; Westport (CT); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivel, Inc. seeks a strategic, hands-on Head of IT to lead technology strategy, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and IT operations across remote or hybrid setups for Westport, CT.

You will balance vision with execution, write code when needed, and stay actively involved in implementation and problem-solving. The ideal candidate leads security programs, manages cloud infrastructure, and partners with Legal on regulatory issues while driving innovation and operational excellence for a growing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, CS, engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible IT/tech leadership experience.
• Strong expertise in information security, cloud tech, enterprise infrastructure, networking, and IAM.

Responsibilities

• Shape IT strategy, infrastructure, cybersecurity program, and technology roadmap.
• Own information security program, risk management, and client security reviews.
• Lead investigations and remediation of security incidents with legal coordination.
• Oversee Microsoft 365, cloud platforms, networks, IAM, and business apps.
• Architect and maintain internal applications, automations, data workflows, and AI-enabled solutions.
• Manage projects, vendors, and external tech partners.
• Advise leadership on technical and operational security and compliance.
• Mentor IT staff and developers; manage governance documentation.

Skills

Information security

Cloud technologies

Enterprise infrastructure

Networking

Identity and access management

Software development

Leadership

Vendor management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft 365

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

Rivel, Inc. seeks a strategic, hands-on Head of IT to lead technology strategy, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and IT operations across remote or hybrid setups for Westport, CT.

You will balance vision with execution, write code when needed, and stay actively involved in implementation and problem-solving. The ideal candidate leads security programs, manages cloud infrastructure, and partners with Legal on regulatory issues while driving innovation and operational excellence for a growing