IT Initiatives Lead

Description

Who We Are

Founded in 1995, Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative and integrated partner with a national footprint in the marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication and marine services. Evolving over decades from a collection of the best-in-class companies with unique and complementary capabilities on the East and West coasts, our spirit of innovation and legacy of performance make Vigor Marine Group a preferred, full-service prime contractor in the defense and maritime sectors. Today we offer advanced services and complete solutions for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Military Sealift Command, state ferry systems, the cruise industry, the commercial fishing industry and more.

With four shipyards for maintenance and modernization and one for fabrication, including the largest floating dry dock in the western hemisphere, our more than 2,500 dedicated employees across four states – from the Pacific Northwest to San Diego to Norfolk – personify the values of our company. Vigor Marine Group takes pride in being the employer of choice for our employees, who in turn take great pride in their contributions to the communities where they live and work, and to their nation – through their living wage jobs supporting their local economies, and through the word-class maritime and industrial services they provide to further our defense readiness and national security.

PAY RANGE: This role can sit out of either our Portland or Seattle location, salary range will vary based on location: 

• Seattle: $97,000 - 110,000 
• Portland: $93,000 - 105,000  

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The IT Initiatives Lead reports to the Vice President (VP) IT. This position supports the planning and execution of IT special activities and initiatives. This position requires a blend of technical understanding, strong communication skills, and project management expertise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: 

(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job’s overall responsibilities.) 

• Manage a portfolio of internal IT and Security initiatives, from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Develop detailed plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risk management plans as necessary.
• Track progress, identify and mitigate risks and issues, and report on status to stakeholders.
• Facilitate meetings, including kickoff meetings, status meetings, and post-implementation reviews as necessary.
• Ensure all initiatives adhere to relevant security and compliance requirements, particularly NIST 800-171.
• Collaborate with the Security team to incorporate Security controls and best practices into all plans.
• Produce clear, concise, and well-organized documentation for all job duties, including but not limited to plans, requirements documents, status reports, process flows, and training guides.
• Provide regular reporting on portfolio, key performance indicators, and other assigned metrics as necessary.

JOB SCOPE:

This individual operates as a key individual contributor within the IT Team. They will be responsible for proactively identifying, planning, and leading VMG IT’s cross-functional initiatives that leverage IT and Security capabilities to improve efficiency, enhance security posture, and drive business value. Crucially, this role ensures all initiatives are aligned with and adhere to NIST 800-171 compliance requirements, protecting sensitive information and maintaining our commitment to national security.

This position requires a blend of strong communication and relationship-building skills, and a solid understanding of IT and Security principles. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, results-oriented individual who can effectively collaborate with diverse teams and champion the use of technology and Security to achieve organizational objectives.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None, individual contributor role

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

The individual may communicate both verbally and extensively in written format with executives, their supervisor, IT/Security team members, company employees, and external customers.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and negotiate effectively.
• Understanding of IT infrastructure, systems, and security concepts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Understanding of security principles and practices related to NIST 800-171. 
• Position is hybrid or remote in either of our Portland, or Seattle, WA offices. Ability to do local travel and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 10% of the time, with notice, is required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related fields from an accredited institution preferred, but not required.
• At least three (3) years of IT/Information Security and Project Management experience required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:   

• ITIL, PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) or related certification preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is conducted in a dynamic, fast-paced office setting with moderate noise. This person may be required to work more than 8-hour shifts, evening and weekend work. There may be local travel and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 10% of the time with notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

Work is primarily in an office environment located within an active shipyard. While in production areas, the individual will be occasionally exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dust and odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CITIZENSHIP: Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship. 

Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening. 

Vigor Values 

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

At Vigor we offer a generous benefits package that includes: 

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor’s Human Resources Department.

In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.