NEON - Information Technology Manager

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Company Overview

Battelle manages and operates the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) program, which is solely funded by the National Science Foundation. A 30+ year project dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive species impact ecology, the observatory's scientists and engineers are collecting a comprehensive range of ecological data on a continental scale across 20 eco-climatic domains representing US ecosystems. Our teams use cutting-edge technology, including an airborne observation platform that captures images of regional landscapes and vegetation; mobile, relocatable, and fixed data collection sites with automated ground sensors to monitor soil and atmosphere; and trained field crews who observe and sample populations of diverse organisms and collect soil and water data. Once structures are completed, a leading-edge cyberinfrastructure will calibrate, store and publish this information. The Observatory includes more than 500+ personnel and is the first of its kind designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at continental scales.

Job Summary

Provides leadership and acts as the senior advisor with technical oversight of ARO IT infrastructure. Designs and develops IT architecture (integrated process, applications, data, and technology) solutions to business problems in alignment with client needs and security standards. Provides management and technical oversight to both employees and contractors supporting ARO IT infrastructure.

This position is based out of Boulder, CO, but can be remote.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and implements overall architecture of ARO IT infrastructure.

• Provides overall thought leadership and translates business needs into technical solutions.

• Determines hardware and software architecture solutions that meet performance, scalability, confidentiality, integrity, and accessibility needs.

• Leads efforts in defining requirements, develops requests for proposals, evaluates proposals, selects solutions, and ensures solutions are financially justifiable and business appropriate.

• Creates, influences, and aligns to service management policies and procedures such as Incident, Change and Problem Management.

• Provides input to the annual budget preparation and manages the department budget.

• Establishes staff goals and objectives; provides constructive feedback; prepares and delivers performance reviews; and administers compensation.

• Assures effective operations and delivery of services through the selection, development, and recognition of staff members.

• Evaluates outsourcing vs. hiring for labor. Manages contractors and staff augmentation in addition to full time employees.

Key Qualifications

• 10 years' experience in Information Technology support roles; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.

• Experience with relevant tools and/or architectural environments.

• Prior management experience.

• Experience planning and leading highly complex and advanced technical projects.

• Knowledge of software development, patterns, vulnerability assessment, and software testing methodologies.

• Knowledge of cloud environments and how to implement cloud architectures.

• Experience advocating and driving adoption of industry best practices.

• Effective verbal and written communication, organization, and time management, planning and delegation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

• Experience with NIST Risk Management Framework and controls, e. g. 800-171 and 800-53.

Salary

$112,000-$159,940

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.

• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects

• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery

• Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment

• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders

• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for ad.