Vice President of Information Security & Infrastructure

The Vice President of Information Security & Infrastructure is responsible for leading the organization's enterprise cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud operations, technical support, end-user computing, IT compliance, procurement, and asset management functions.

This executive leader serves as the organization's senior authority for:

• Cybersecurity Strategy,
• Cyber Risk Management,
• Infrastructure Modernization,
• Cloud Transformation,
• Regulatory Compliance,
• Operational Resiliency, and,
• Secure Enterprise Technology Operations.

The role combines the responsibilities of a traditional Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) with leadership over enterprise infrastructure and core IT operational services. This position partners closely with executive leadership, legal, operations, HR, finance, and business leaders to ensure technology platforms and cybersecurity capabilities enable business growth, operational excellence, client trust, and federal compliance readiness.

Please include a Cover Letter to be considerd for this position.

Application Deadline: Application materials are due at 5:00 PM MDT on Monday June 15, 2026.

Overall Responsibilities include:

Cybersecurity & Information Security Leadership

• Lead and mature the enterprise cybersecurity program across all corporate, cloud, and operational environments.
• Develop and execute the organization's cybersecurity strategy aligned with business objectives, client requirements, and regulatory obligations.
• Serve as the executive leader responsible for cyber risk management, security governance, and enterprise security operations.
• Provide executive and Board-level reporting on cybersecurity posture, risk exposure, incidents, and strategic initiatives.
• Establish and maintain enterprise security policies, standards, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Lead enterprise incident response, cyber crisis management, and ransomware preparedness programs.
• Oversee security operations including:
• threat detection,
• monitoring,
• vulnerability management,
• endpoint security,
• identity security,
• and third-party risk management.
• Partner with legal, compliance, privacy, and HR teams on cyber governance and investigations.

IT Compliance, CMMC & CUI Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise IT compliance initiatives including:
• CMMC,
• NIST 800-171,
• CUI governance,
• and related federal security requirements.
• Build and operationalize Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) enclave environments.
• Define enclave segmentation, governance, access controls, and operational standards.
• Lead organizational readiness for CMMC Level 1 compliance initiatives; experience supporting or preparing for CMMC Level 2 strongly preferred.
• Develop and manage:
• System Security Plans (SSPs),
• Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M),
• audit evidence,
• and compliance governance processes.
• Partner with federal clients, auditors, and external assessors as needed.
• Ensure proper handling, classification, protection, and retention of CUI and sensitive client information.

Infrastructure & Cloud Leadership

• Provide executive leadership over enterprise infrastructure operations including:
• networking,
• servers,
• cloud platforms,
• storage,
• identity services,
• and enterprise connectivity.
• Lead modernization initiatives including migration from on-premises infrastructure to cloud-first and hybrid-cloud architectures.
• Define and execute enterprise cloud strategies across platforms such as:
• Microsoft Azure,
• AWS,
• Microsoft 365,
• and SaaS ecosystems.
• Drive Zero Trust and identity-centric security architecture strategies.
• Oversee infrastructure resiliency, disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity programs.
• Ensure scalable and secure infrastructure operations supporting distributed offices, remote workforce, and field operations.

IT Operations Leadership

Oversee enterprise operational leadership for:

• IT Infrastructure
• IT Support / Service Desk
• End User Computing
• IT Procurement
• IT Asset Management

Specific responsibilities include:

• Leading and mentoring IT Directors and operational technology leaders.
• Establishing operational KPIs and service management standards.
• Improving IT service delivery and user experience across the enterprise.
• Managing enterprise hardware/software lifecycle governance.
• Driving vendor management, contract management, and strategic procurement optimization.
• Establishing mature IT asset lifecycle and governance practices.

Leadership & Strategic Responsibilities

• Partner with executive leadership to align technology and cybersecurity strategies with business objectives.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, integrations, and enterprise growth initiatives.
• Build and lead high-performing infrastructure and cybersecurity teams.
• Develop multi-year strategic technology and security roadmaps.
• Manage departmental budgets, technology investments, and operational planning.
• Foster a culture of security awareness, accountability, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, clients, and strategic partners.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive IT and cybersecurity leadership experience.
• 7+ years in senior leadership roles managing enterprise infrastructure and cybersecurity organizations.
• Experience within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC), Environmental Consulting, Engineering Services, or Federal Contracting industries.
• Demonstrated experience leading enterprise cybersecurity programs in complex distributed environments.
• Hands-on experience migrating organizations to cloud and hybrid-cloud environments.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and operationalizing CUI enclave environments.
• Experience supporting or leading CMMC Level 1 initiatives.
• Strong experience with:
• NIST frameworks,
• Zero Trust architecture,
• identity and access management,
• incident response,
• vulnerability management,
• and enterprise infrastructure operations.
• Experience managing enterprise infrastructure teams including:
• networking,
• cloud,
• servers,
• end-user computing,
• and IT operations.
• Strong executive communication and Board presentation capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting or preparing organizations for CMMC Level 2 certification.
• Experience with Microsoft GCC or GCC High environments.
• Experience building secure enclave or segmented federal compliance environments.
• Experience supporting geographically distributed organizations and field operations.
• Prior experience integrating cybersecurity into mergers and acquisitions activities.
• Master's degree preferred.

Preferred Certifications

• CISSP
• CCSP
• CISM
• CMMC Registered Practitioner
• ITIL
• Azure or AWS cloud certifications

Success Characteristics

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong executive leadership presence
• Operational and strategic cybersecurity expertise
• Deep infrastructure and cloud modernization knowledge
• Strong understanding of CUI and federal compliance environments
• Ability to balance security with operational enablement
• Strong business acumen and risk-based decision making
• Collaborative leadership style
• Ability to lead through transformation and organizational growth

About SWCA

We are 100% employee-owned, and we build our success together. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms. We offer a supportive, team-oriented work environment and competitive wages and benefits, including an 100% employee stock ownership plan (retirement).

At SWCA, we support our team members in developing their careers to make them leaders in their industry. Our Career Landscape initiative is a process and guide designed to help chart rewarding career paths for employees at SWCA. We encourage professional conference attendance, internal and external professional development and training programs, education reimbursement, and bonuses for publications meeting certain criteria. All regular status employees are eligible to participate in SWCA medical, dental, vision, employee assistance, wellness, life and disability plans, and are eligible to participate in the SWCA 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust.

If you need assistance accessing SWCA's website, completing the online application, or require accommodations at any point during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@swca.com or call 1-480-581-5378. We're committed to providing an inclusive and supportive experience for all candidates. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests; other inquiries will not receive a response.

SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.

An employee in this US-based position can expect an annual salary of $212,300.00 to $278,330. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law. Bonus targets are up to 50% of salary depending upon both company and individual performance. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA's Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive benefits package (https://www.swca.com/careers/benefits-wellness/), forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more.

EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.

SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA's continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.

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