Director of Cloud & Infrastructure Herndon, VA Security Clearance

Position: Director of Cloud & Infrastructure - (Herndon, VA) with Security Clearance
Position Description The Director of Cloud and Infrastructure is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategy, planning, and operation of Serco's entire IT infrastructure, encompassing both cloud-based and on-premises servers and networks. This leader ensures all technology resources are secure, scalable, reliable, and aligned with business goals, while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across the hybrid environment. This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance In this role, you will:
Strategic Planning & Execution
* Develop and execute Serco's enterprise cloud and network strategy aligned with corporate growth, digital transformation, and sustainability objectives.
* Lead modernization of hybrid-cloud integration (AWS, Azure Gov, GCC-High), data centers and network architecture redesign.
* Represent the Cloud and Infrastructure function at the Regional Architecture Board, Digital Advisory Board, and Investment Review Committee.
* Coordinate with parent company global initiatives.
* Develop and implement tactical plans for hybrid cloud infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration and management of on-premises and public cloud platforms. Hybrid Environment & Networking Oversight
* Oversee day-to-day IT operations, ensuring adherence to corporate IT policies, procedures, and information security standards.
* Drive Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), Cloud Ops, and Dev Sec Ops  automation across environments to improve speed, reliability, and compliance.
* Implement modern monitoring, observability, and AI-enabled predictive-maintenance systems to improve service availability and performance.
* Manage core network services, including firewalls, VPNs, DNS, routing, and overall network performance and security across headquarters and remote locations. Leadership & Team Development
* Lead, mentor, and develop cross-functional teams of cloud engineers, network engineers, and system administrators, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and automation.
* Build and mentor a high-performing team, providing direction, coaching, and opportunities for growth, including support for skill development and certification programs. Security, Compliance & Governance
* Under the direction of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), implement robust security measures and governance frameworks (zero-trust principles, NIST 800-171, and CMMC) to safeguard all infrastructure.
* Collaborate closely with dedicated security teams to ensure these standards are consistently applied and maintained across environments.
* Ensure compliance with Serco IT policies, regulatory standards, and industry's best practices.
* Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity. Automation & Operational Excellence
* Drive automation across all infrastructure services using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and scripting languages to improve efficiency and reduce manual errors.
* Deliver cloud-related infrastructure and automation solutions, focusing on speed, quality, and operational excellence. Financial Management & Cost Optimization
* Develop, maintain and execute an accurate budget, optimizing costs for both on-premises assets and cloud resource consumption while ensuring high-quality service delivery.
* Negotiate enterprise agreements with hyperscalers (AWS, Microsoft), carriers, and OEMs to optimize cost and performance.
* Evaluate ROI and cost-recovery models for infrastructure investments to support corporate EBITDA and margin objectives. High Availability, Disaster Recovery & Monitoring
* Ensure high availability and design comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity plans for all environments.
* Oversee performance monitoring of all systems, ensuring proactive identification and resolution of complex technical issues across the hybrid environment. Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will have:
* The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
* U.S Citizenship required
* A Bachelors Degree
* Or a High School Diploma/GED with minimum 14 years of…