IT Director

Location: University Park

Light Path Technologies, Inc. is a leading global provider of precision optics and photonics solutions, serving defense, aerospace, medical, and industrial markets. With decades of expertise and a strong culture of innovation, Light Path designs and manufactures advanced optical components and systems that power some of the world’s most demanding applications. We offer a collaborative, technology-driven environment, opportunities to work on cutting-edge programs, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees’ health, growth, and work-life balance.

We are currently looking for a Compliance Manager to join our team onsite in our Orlando, FL office. We offer a 9/80 work schedule and foster a professional, high-energy culture where employees are empowered to succeed.

Light Path Technologies is seeking an experienced and operationally focused Director of Information Technology to lead the company’s day-to-day IT operations, infrastructure, support services, cybersecurity operations, and technology execution initiatives across multiple business locations.

This role is responsible for ensuring the stability, security, scalability, and operational effectiveness of the company's IT environment while leading internal IT personnel and coordinating with external managed service providers and technology partners. The Director of IT is a hands-on leadership role responsible for translating business needs into reliable operational technology solutions while supporting the organization’s broader cybersecurity, compliance, and business continuity objectives.

This position reports directly to executive leadership and works closely with strategic cybersecurity, compliance, and governance advisors.

Responsibilities:

IT Operations & Infrastructure Leadership Lead and oversee daily IT operations across all Light Path locations and business units

Ensure availability, performance, and reliability of:

Microsoft 365 environment

Azure infrastructure and cloud services

Endpoint management systems

Network infrastructure

Voice and communication systems

Core business applications

Manage operational uptime and reduce recurring technical issues through proactive IT management

Oversee hardware lifecycle management, system upgrades, patching, and infrastructure maintenance

IT Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and manage internal IT staff and contractors

Establish operational accountability and performance expectations

Drive a responsive, customer-service-oriented IT culture

Prioritize and delegate workload across the IT organization

Support professional growth and development of IT personnel

Cybersecurity Operations & Risk Management Support operational cybersecurity initiatives aligned with company security policies and Zero Trust principles

Coordinate with managed security providers and internal leadership on:

Endpoint security

Threat monitoring

Incident escalation

Vulnerability remediation

Access control management

Ensure operational adherence to:

Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
Identity and access management standards

Endpoint compliance requirements

Security patching protocols

Participate in incident response coordination and remediation activities

Compliance & Audit Readiness Support operational readiness efforts associated with:

CMMC 2.0

NIST SP 800-171

ITARSOX and internal audit requirements

Ensure IT operational processes and documentation remain audit-ready

Assist with evidence gathering, remediation tracking, and compliance-related operational activities

Enforce IT operational policies, SOPs, and technical standards

Vendor & MSP Management Serve as the operational liaison for managed service providers, security vendors, and technology partners

Hold vendors accountable to service-level agreements (SLAs) and contractual obligations

Coordinate escalations, maintenance activities, and operational support efforts

Participate in vendor evaluations and technology solution assessments

Project & Technology Execution Lead implementation and execution of IT infrastructure and operational technology projects

Coordinate timelines, resources, and deliverables across departments and vendors

Support operational rollout of:

Infrastructure upgrades

Cloud…