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Paragon Cyber Solutions is looking for a strategic Director of Administration & Finance, responsible for enhancing leadership and operational efficiency across various internal business functions.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include overseeing HR operations, managing financial reporting and compliance programs, implementing operational excellence frameworks, and directly managing corporate staff.

Skills: Strong expertise in operations, administration, HR, and finance, with demonstrated experience in managing multi-functional teams and utilizing operational systems.

Qualifications: Requires 10+ years of experience in relevant fields, ideally in GovCon or high-growth environments, with familiarity in ISO frameworks, FAR/DFARS, and GAAP preferred.

Location: Tampa, Florida, United States

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $120,000 - $180,000.

Paragon Cyber Solutions is seeking a strategic, self-driven Director of Administration & Finance to strengthen leadership, structure, and accountability across our internal business functions. This role will play a critical part in driving operational excellence and scalable growth as we continue expanding. The Director reports directly to the CEO and serves as a core member of the executive leadership team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and evolve internal business functions (HR, compliance, administration, and finance coordination).
• Implement cross-functional systems, SOPs, and performance standards to drive operational excellence.
• Oversee HR operations including onboarding, policy development, employee engagement, and compliance audits.
• Manage financial reporting, invoicing, utilization tracking, and cost control in coordination with accounting partners.
• Spearhead internal compliance programs and efficiency frameworks (e.g., ISO 9001, EOS), including readiness, documentation, and audit preparation.
• Identify and implement process improvements across internal support functions to increase scalability and efficiency.
• Directly manage corporate staff, providing coaching, feedback, and performance development.
• Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and executive reporting to drive data-informed decision-making.
• Serve as a strategic business partner to the CEO—supporting internal planning, managing special projects (e.g., audits, certifications, vendor evaluations), and driving execution across functions.
• Act as integrator across business units, ensuring departmental execution aligns with company goals and strategic priorities.
• Performs additional leadership responsibilities aligned with company growth and strategic objectives as determined by the CEO.

Experience Requirements:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations, administration, HR, and finance - preferably within GovCon or high-growth businesses.
• Proven success managing multi-functional teams and scaling back-office operations.
• Demonstrated ability to implement systems and tools (e.g., HRIS, Unanet, EOS) to streamline internal operations.
• Familiarity with ISO frameworks, FAR/DFARS, and GAAP preferred.
• Program and contract management experience a plus.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
• Retirement Plan (401K w/ employer matching).
• Generous Paid Time Off & Federal Holidays.
• Short and Long-Term Disability.
• Healthy Work-Life Balance.
• Training & Development.