Director, IT Infrastructure & Security
Company: Oglethorpe Power
Location: Tucker
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
This position provides the strategic direction and leadership
for the IT Infrastructure and Security function within GSOC Shared
Services IT which supports GSOC, GTC, OPC, and GEMC, ensuring
customer satisfaction with the services provided. Drives the
strategic planning, execution, and management of our IT
infrastructure and ensures the overall cybersecurity of the
corporate network. The IT infrastructure area is inclusive of
desktop, server, database, cloud, Microsoft 365, audio visual,
digital signage, and related technology. This position works
closely with the IT service desk to ensure that day to day support
of this infrastructure meets customer expectations. This area is
also responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a
comprehensive security strategy that is consistent with recognized
industry frameworks, such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
and commensurate with risk to the organization. Works across
business areas to develop and implement a technology plan that
supports the goals and vision of the business who depend on Shared
Services IT for technology support. Ensures staff compliance with
all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, corporate
policies, guidelines and procedures, including but not limited to,
SOX, RUS, OSHA, NERC, FERC and ITS requirements. Promotes an
environment of compliance and continuous improvement to meet the
Corporation's goals and objectives. Job Duties: Provides direction
and leadership in the performance of Shared Services IT's
Infrastructure and Security area which includes monitoring industry
trends and research & development as well as developing and
implementing policies, systems, standards, and work processes.
Drives the organization's cloud strategy. Seeks to understand the
customer's business and their strategic initiatives; anticipated
their requirements. Provides the direction related to IT
Infrastructure and Security required to meet business objectives.
Provide strategic direction in planning and delivering all IT
Infrastructure and Security initiatives. Employs vision to identify
areas where the department can best support the corporation's and
customers' business objectives. Ensures the department's ability to
manage change based on evolving business needs. Inspires others to
achieve individual, department, and corporate objectives. Works
with senior and executive management across OPC, GTC, and GSOC to
understand how IT Infrastructure and Security can help the business
achieve their goals. Develops and manages department plans and
budgets. Responsible for the growth and development of the staff
and team culture within the IT Infrastructure and Security group.
Ensures that staff within the IT Infrastructure and Security team
have strong goals, plans, growth, and accountability. Provides
feedback to associates regarding their work, skills, and
development. Ensures that the department develops and maintains a
culture of service that is responsive to business needs and changes
in priorities. Represents the Corporation's interests in IT
Infrastructure and Security issues both internal and external to
the Corporation, including issues and negotiations involving OPC,
GTC, GSOC functional departments, Members, contractors, vendors,
and other utilities. Creates, implements, and maintains an
environment of compliance, transparency, accountability,
communication, collaboration, service, and continuous improvement
across the corporation as it relates to IT Infrastructure and
Security. Provides strategic support and assistance to Executive
Management as requested. Provides leadership and support during
activation of Major Incidents, Disaster Recovery, Business
Continuity, and the Security Incident Response and Recovery Plans.
Required Qualifications: Education : Bachelor's degree in Computer
Science, Business Administration, IT, Engineering, or related
field. Experience : 12 years in the area of IT Infrastructure,
Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Cloud Services, IT,
Technology, at least 5 years of which in a management or leadership
role. Equivalent Experience : Associate's degree in Computer
Science, Business Administration, IT, Engineering, or related field
with at least 18 years of experience with IT Infrastructure,
Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Cloud Services, IT,
Technology, at least 10 years of which in a management or
leadership role. Specialized Skills : Strong verbal and written
communication skills. Proven ability to quickly adapt and lead
cross-functional/organizational change with confidence.
Demonstrated ability to make decisions using a risk framework with
incomplete information and a bias toward action. Excellent problem
solver coupled with a proven ability to lead groups involved in
fast paced, high-pressure environments. Travel : 10% Unusual Hours
: Provides emergency coverage for technology issues. Responsive to
after hours calls, texts, messages, emails, etc. relating to
technology and business emergencies. Georgia System Operations
Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including
veterans and disabled. We are a drug-free workplace. All applicants
are subject to substance abuse testing.
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