Enclave Operations Manager

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

Required: U.S. Citizenship

The Enclave Operations Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing a secure, controlled computing environment. The role requires a strong understanding of cybersecurity protocols and best operational practices, particularly in industries that handle sensitive data such as government, finance, and defense.

Working closely alongside peers in Cyber Operations, Cyber GRC, Cyber Platform, and Identity & Access Management (IAM) to ensure a cohesive and integrated security posture. This position involves managing daily operations, compliance with regulations like CMMC and NIST SP 800‑171, and coordinating with vendors and internal teams to maintain security and operational efficiency. Key duties include access control, security monitoring, incident response, and technical documentation.

The successful candidate will combine technical expertise with strategic vision to safeguard HDR’s critical systems and data.

• Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the secure computing environment, including access control, performance monitoring, and configuration management.
• Manage relationships with third‑party vendors and service providers (MSP/MSSP) to ensure they meet service level agreements (SLAs).
• Enforce and monitor compliance with federal security regulations and frameworks such as CMMC Level 2 and NIST SP 800‑171. Support related audits.
• Coordinate with MSSP to respond to incidents and analyze logs.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for security audits, system configurations, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to streamline enclave operations, enhance productivity, and implement improvements.
• Work with IT, HR, and compliance teams to support the enclave’s integration with broader business functions.

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Information Security.
• Minimum 2 years managing a team of engineers and enterprise security platforms.
• Working knowledge with cloud infrastructure.
• Experience with Zero Trust Architecture and enclave segmentation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity technologies, protocols, and best practices.
• Experience in risk assessment, incident response, and security operations.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in planning and support of IT technology and/or security related systems.
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership and management experience.
• Experience leading large teams in a matrix management environment.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity related standards such as NIST 800‑171 and FedRAMP.
• Experience with cybersecurity system project design and implementation.
• In-depth technical knowledge of security architectures, technologies, and best practices.
• Demonstrated track record of establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Experience managing vendor agreements and tracking service levels.
• Advanced oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills to communicate with and persuade a wide range of audiences.
• Strong supervisory and matrix management skills and ability to oversee tasks delegated to others.
• Ability to manage large technology initiative with distributed teams.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short and long‑term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program.
• Paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full‑time regular positions (temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits).

Expected compensation range: $ - $ (Denver, Colorado). Location options include Omaha, Kansas City, Dallas, Denver, and Arlington.