Executive Director Enterprise Technology

About the Role

As the Executive Director of Enterprise Technology at Ansys Government Initiatives (AGI), you will lead the enterprise technology and cybersecurity function for an organization operating at the intersection of commercial innovation and government mission requirements. AGI provides advanced engineering simulation and digital mission solutions to support U.S. national security, defense, space, and microelectronics programs. As a partner to the defense community since 1989, AGI helps customers apply Ansys & Synopsys software to solve complex, multidomain problems, connect engineering teams, and validate designs throughout the product life cycle. AGI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Synopsys, Inc.

You will be responsible for making deliberate choices about technology investments, compliance, and operational resilience in an environment where the work directly impacts national security and business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute enterprise technology strategy across infrastructure, cloud platforms, enterprise applications, cybersecurity operations, data platforms, and IT service delivery in support of commercial growth and government program requirements.
• Serve as principal technology advisor to the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Directors on technology investment priorities, digital transformation roadmaps, cybersecurity risk posture, and emerging technology adoption including artificial intelligence.
• Lead enterprise cybersecurity governance, operations, and risk management across Security Operations Center, incident response, threat intelligence, security architecture, vulnerability management, identity security, and data protection functions.
• Maintain compliance and audit readiness for CMMC Level 2, NIST SP 800-171, DFARS, ITAR, export controls, and government contracting requirements, serving as executive sponsor for all regulatory assessments, certifications, and third-party audits.
• Build and develop a high-performing technology leadership team accountable for operational excellence, service delivery, innovation, and alignment with business objectives across a global organization.
• Develop multi-year technology investment roadmaps, annual operating budgets, business cases, and capital allocation strategies aligned with enterprise growth priorities and market opportunities.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives that modernize business processes, automate operations, integrate AI capabilities, and enable data-driven decision-making across the enterprise.

Impact

• Your technology strategy will directly enable AGI to compete for and deliver on high-value government contracts while maintaining agility for commercial market leadership.
• Your cybersecurity leadership will establish and sustain a defensible posture protecting intellectual property, customer data, and Controlled Unclassified Information across a global enterprise under stringent regulatory requirements.
• Your compliance programs will ensure audit readiness and regulatory adherence, reducing organizational risk and enabling business development teams to pursue opportunities confidently.
• Your technology investments and architecture decisions will shape how the organization operates, collaborates, and delivers value to customers in both commercial and government markets.
• Your executive leadership will translate complex technology risks and opportunities into actionable business intelligence for the Board, C-suite, customers, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Your organizational development will build a technology function capable of supporting mission-critical government programs and commercial innovation without compromising security, performance, or compliance.
• Your governance frameworks will provide executive visibility into technology performance, cyber risk, and operational resilience, enabling informed decision-making at the highest levels.

Requirements

• 10+ years in senior executive leadership roles with enterprise-wide accountability for technology strategy, cybersecurity operations, and IT service delivery.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Business, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated success leading enterprise technology and cybersecurity organizations in defense, aerospace, federal contracting, or highly regulated industries requiring CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, DFARS, ITAR, or comparable regulatory compliance.
• Proven track record building and maintaining compliance programs that satisfy government contracting requirements while enabling operational efficiency and business growth.
• Extensive experience presenting technology strategy, cybersecurity risk assessments, and investment recommendations to Boards of Directors, Audit Committees, government customers, and regulatory authorities.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence cross-functional leadership, negotiate strategic partnerships, and represent the organization in high-stakes customer, investor, and regulatory engagements.
• Professional certifications such as CISM, CISA, CRISC, or CISSP are highly valued.
• This position requires an active U.S. government security clearance at the time of hire.

Qualities

• You communicate technology strategy and cyber risk in business terms that resonate with boards, investors, and government customers, translating technical complexity into clear strategic implications.
• You have built technology organizations that execute with discipline and know how to diagnose underperformance and implement effective interventions.
• You make decisions with incomplete information, balancing risk and opportunity without analysis paralysis or reckless speed.
• You understand compliance as a business enabler in regulated markets and build programs that meet requirements without unnecessary friction or bureaucracy.
• You have managed enterprise technology through major incidents, audits, or regulatory reviews while maintaining stakeholder confidence and team focus.
• You hold yourself and your organization accountable to measurable outcomes, establishing meaningful metrics rather than superficial ones.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Details about the salary range and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.