Site IT Lead

ABOUT NOOKS

Are you seeking an exciting and unique opportunity to grow and support our national security? As a startup, we are offering a limited-time opportunity to be an equity owner in a pioneering new industry. Nooks is pioneering Classified Infrastructure-as-a-Service (CIaaS) to provide government and industry partners with the fastest, most efficient access to classified infrastructure. We are building a nationwide network of accredited classified spaces and systems, ensuring that the best technologies equip our nation’s warfighters. At Nooks, we value innovation, collaboration, and a service-first mindset.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re seeking a Site IT Lead to oversee secure IT infrastructure and systems at a Nooks classified site. This role ensures reliable, compliant operations across classified and unclassified networks, supporting customer missions and organizational standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and manage IT networks and systems supporting SIPR, JWICS, and NIPR environments

• Lead IT systems architecture and ensure performance, reliability, and compliance with RMF, DAAPM, ICD-503, JSIG, and NIST SP 800-171

• Partner with the Security team to develop and implement site security procedures

• Manage site IT projects and upgrades, ensuring alignment with the Nooks IT Roadmap

• Troubleshoot and respond to network incidents and outages

• Maintain IT documentation, including asset inventories and technical guides

• Mentor site IT staff and collaborate closely with site leadership and security teams

THE SKILLSET

• 7–10 years of IT and cybersecurity experience in classified environments

• Strong knowledge of Windows/Linux systems, networking, and RMF compliance

• Security Certification (IAT/IAM Level 2) or equivalent

• Project leadership experience and effective communication skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent military/work experience preferred

ELIGIBILITY CLEARANCE

• Active TS/SCI Clearance with SAP eligibility (U.S. citizenship required)