Director, IT & Infrastructure

<div class="content-intro"><p>AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.</p></div><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p> <p>We are seeking a Director of IT &amp; Infrastructure to lead the technical foundation of our Defense subsidiary. This leader will be responsible for the stand-up and management of a CMMC Level 2 compliant network and will own the end-to-end IT infrastructure across our defense lab and gateway facilities. This role oversees the critical convergence of IT, cybersecurity, and facility security (FCL) to ensure mission-critical environments remain secure, resilient, and compliant DoD standards.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Infrastructure Ownership: Manage and scale IT infrastructure across corporate offices, defense laboratories, and satellite gateway locations.</li> <li>CMMC &amp; Compliance: Direct the implementation and certification of a CMMC Level 2 network environment.</li> <li>Cyber &amp; Space Security: Lead cybersecurity strategy in alignment with CNSSP-12 and NIST 800-171 standards for space systems.</li> <li>FCL &amp; Security Leadership: Serve as the technical lead for Facility Clearance (FCL) requirements, ensuring compliance with DCSA standards.</li> <li>Cross-Functional Convergence: Align IT, security, and facility protocols to support complex defense programs and protect national security data.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <p><strong>Education:</strong></p> <p>Bachelor’s or master’s degree in IT, cybersecurity, engineering, or a related technical field.</p> <p><strong>Experience:</strong></p> <p>A minimum of 10 years in IT infrastructure and security leadership within the DoD or aerospace sectors.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Deep knowledge of CMMC Level 2, NIST 800-171, and/or CNSSP-12.</li> <li>Proven experience managing technical requirements for Facility Clearance (FCL) and overseeing FSO functions.</li> <li>Experience managing IT in secure mission-critical environments such as SCIFs, labs, or satellite teleports.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Soft Skills</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strong interpersonal and l