IDEA Public Schools

Lead and manage a security team to protect enterprise information systems, networks, and cloud platforms, ensuring compliance and security maturity. | Bachelor's degree, 6+ years enterprise cybersecurity experience including 2 years leadership, with preferred senior certifications like CISM. | Director of Information Security​ Mission: ​​As the Cyber Security Director, you will lead and manage a highly skilled security team, ensuring the protection of enterprise information systems, networks, communications, and other technologies that support IDEA Public Schools’ operations and data security. Your role involves providing technical supervision and guidance, delegating work assignments, reviewing work products, evaluating staff performance, setting goals, and mentoring team members. You will oversee and approve the design and implementation of complex security enhancements across systems, networks, and cloud platforms. Collaborating with the security team and other departments, you will identify risks, address security design gaps, monitor regulatory compliance, and recommend changes to enhance the organization’s overall security posture.​ Supervisory Responsibilities: ​​• Lead and manage the security team, ensuring effective performance and development of all team members. • Provide technical supervision and guidance to the security team, ensuring high standards of work quality and security practices. • Delegate work assignments and review work products to ensure alignment with organizational goals and security standards. • Conduct regular performance evaluations, set goals, and provide mentorship to support professional growth and development of team members. • Oversee the design and implementation of complex security enhancements across systems, networks, and cloud platforms.​ Location: ​​This is a full-time remote position based in Texas with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate. ​ Travel Expectations: ​​• This role requires 20% travel to campuses across multiple regions. ​ What You’ll Do – Accountabilities Essential Duties: ​​Design, Implement and enforce network policies, standards, and configurations to ensure 100% BoY (beginning of year) deliverables by FDoS (first day of school) for all 149 campuses​ ​​Monitor network performance, troubleshoot problems, and outages to maintain 99.5% uptime for the year​ ​​Ensure 100% of network connected systems and resources are at a Security Maturity Level of at least "3 – Defined" in accordance with the Texas Cyber Security Framework​ and retain certification for ISO 27001 controls and clauses. ​​85% Employee Retention for entire IT team if staff count is less than 6​ ​​Cultivate internal talent to have resources readily available as business needs change by ensuring at least 2 IT cyber security-based community-driven educational opportunities or 1 cyber security-based industry certification completed by end of Q3 by each employee.​ Additional Duties and Responsibilities: ​​• Collaborate with other departments to identify risks, address security design gaps, and ensure regulatory compliance. • Develop and enforce security policies and procedures to maintain a robust security posture. • Monitor and report on the effectiveness of security measures, making recommendations for improvements as needed. • Additional Duties as assigned. Knowledge and Skills – Competencies Make Sound Decisions: ​​This leader makes decisions that have a broad organizational impact. They consider the ethical, strategic, and operational aspects of decisions, ensuring they align with the organization’s mission and values. They also set policies on decision-making processes and standards to ensure consistency and alignment across the organization.​ Manage Work and Teams: ​​This leader is responsible for coordination between teams, aligning team objectives with organizational strategy, and ensuring resource allocation is optimized across teams. They also mentor other team leaders to enhance their management skills.​ Grow Self and Others: ​​This leader is involved in planning and implementing development strategies across multiple teams or departments. They ensure alignment between individual growth and organizational goals, and they develop programs that address the needs of diverse groups within the organization.​ Build Trust and Psychological Safety: ​​This leader is responsible for ensuring team members feel safe to express their ideas and concerns. They proactively address conflicts and facilitate open communication, setting the standard for trust and safety within the team.​ Communicate Deliberately: ​​ This leader is responsible for communicating complex ideas and strategies across multiple teams or departments. They develop and deliver messages that align with organizational goals, ensuring that their communication strategies enhance team alignment and strategic execution.​ Additional Skills: ​​• Superior troubleshooting, meditation, problem-solving and analytical skills • Ability to work under varying degrees of pressure with flexible hours supporting night or weekend work as needed • Can effectively communicate with peers as well as leadership roles all aspects of your role and projects • Ability to mentor and coach team members • Proven forward planning and strategic thinking skills • Skilled at working with and instruct vendors and/or end users on troubleshooting tasks and/or projects • Professional experience in an IT role supporting multiple platforms and applications​ Required experience: ​​• Education: Bachelor’s degree • Minimum 6 years of experience in an enterprise-level organization, K-12, or higher education within a Cyber Security team and at least 2 years within an IT leadership or lead role​ Preferred experience: ​​• Ability to obtain or have obtained a senior security certification (IE: CISSP, CISM) within the last 5 years • Knowledge of Network Switches, Routers, VPN, and firewall technologies • Knowledge of risk assessment tools, technologies, and methods • Experience using anti-virus software, intrusion detection, and content filtering • Experience designing secure networks, systems, and application architectures • Experience with basic protocols and tools such as syslog, snmp, and netflow • Experience planning, researching, and developing security policies, standards, and procedures​ Physical Requirements: ​​• Working on a computer and typing for long periods of time • Ability to lift 30-50 lbs. and the use of ladders and tools necessary at times for IT equipment installations and replacements • Valid driver’s license from state of residence and ability to travel within the United States of America using all modes of travel ​ What We Offer: Compensation & Benefits: Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $108,100 and $128,600, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment. Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/. * IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable. Application process: Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Learn more about IDEA At IDEA the Staff Experience Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values

Manage procurement and vendor lifecycle processes, support contract execution, lead and train regional business clerks, and improve operational efficiency in a remote finance operations role. | Bachelor's degree with 2-5 years of procurement, process management, and operations experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP software, and knowledge of non-profit procurement practices. | Description Finance Operations Analyst IPS Enterprises Role Mission: The Finance Operations Analyst supports schools, regional teams, and national IPS leadership to achieve financial and operational goals. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and systems skills, along with the ability to manage information, meet deadlines, and develop creative solutions. The ideal candidate is adaptable, collaborative, and proactive—able to balance competing priorities, work across teams, and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Ownership, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential. Supervisory Responsibilities: The Finance Operations Analyst will directly manage: • Regional Business Clerks (1-3 per region) Location: This is a remote position with preference given to candidates who live in Florida or Ohio. This position involves working closely with team members in multiple time zones. Regular meetings and collaboration will be required, so you will need to be flexible in your schedule to accommodate different time zones. The primary work hours will be between 8 AM and 5 PM, ET, with flexibility to work outside of these hours when needed to collaborate with other teams. Compensation: Salaries for people entering this role typically start between $68,000 and $80,000 commensurate with relevant qualifications and experience. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on individual and organization goal attainment. What You’ll Do – Accountabilities Essential Duties: Process Design: • Support design and user roll out for procurement to pay platform and develop subject matter expertise in system administration • RFP/Bid process • Contribute to contract requirements and competitive procurement including BID/ RFP processes for IPS • Assist with organizing and tracking data for all awarded RFP/BID • Develop and deliver training related to vendor contract requirements • Maintain communication with other campus/department managers around RFP/BID process and updates as needed • Vendor lifecycle and management support • Build and implement vendor and contract lifecycle plan for IPSe • Support selection and negotiation of vendor contracts, pricing, and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities towards savings by utilizing negotiation and procurement best practices in line with internal policy and best practice • Support vendor escalations, resolution, and contract conclusion • Communicate with vendors to ensure all invoices include appropriate contract numbers and required information Operations: • Lead information management and records documentation in existing systems and new systems in progress • Participate in weekly check-ins and team meetings and report on project plans, strategy for improvements, and tactical deliverables • Act as liaison between campuses, national departments, and vendors, ensuring all contracts are approved by the required individuals or groups in a timely, efficient, and compliant manner • Play critical role in contract execution, gathering signatures and storing contracts in team systems • Monitor for responsible vendor relations; Managerial Responsibilities: • Manage workflows, training, and functional responsibilities for Florida Business Clerks • Check in weekly or bi-weekly, as needed, with each business clerk • Manage any personnel issues in partnership with human resources, National team, and campus leadership • Lead support community for issue identification, resolution • Collaborate with team on just-in-time and professional development calendar beginning spring 2026 and onward, aligned with IPS Finance Policy and IPS procurement to pay systems • Partner with the National IPS VP of Finance to build capacity in budgeting, forecasting, and managing campus operational budgets Special Projects: • Procurement stabilization and support during systems transitions • Purchase goods, materials, equipment, or services in line with IDEA policy as needed on behalf of regions • Obtain additional quotes and documentation as needed to ensure contract compliance • Lead RFC (request for check) review and execution • Provide close intervention as needed for urgent procurement needs • Provide updates and reports when required on special projects • Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance, reduce cost, and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement • Work collaboratively and negotiate and engage with stakeholders and suppliers regarding new projects, supplies and initiatives and advise of impact of change on purchasing and production activities • Provide continuous improvement sessions for purchasing colleagues by gathering trend data for quarterly trainings and summer institute • Take an active leadership role in Beginning of Year committees related to purchasing and attend of all meetings • Add support for annual campus budgeting by helping identify and source potential contracts that will be executed by campus/departments and assist with incorporating contracts during the budget planning process Qualifications • Bachelor's degree; accounting, business administration, or economics preferred. • 2-3 years' experience in procurement, process management, and operations required. 5 years' experience preferred. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software. • Knowledge of non-profit procurement practices required. • Prior charter school experience strongly preferred. Knowledge and Skills • Knowledge of basic accounting procedures, purchasing and invoicing supplies and equipment • Ability to build, organize, and refine filing systems, project management tools, and • Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and word processing files • Strong math, analytical, organizational and communication skills are essential • Detail oriented, entrepreneurial, team player • Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Application process: Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Learn more about IDEA: At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values

Manage procurement and vendor contract processes, support financial and operational goals, lead regional business clerks, and drive continuous improvement in finance operations. | Bachelor's degree with 2-5 years of procurement, process management, and operations experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP software, knowledge of non-profit procurement, and preferably charter school experience. | Finance Operations Analyst IPS Enterprises Role Mission: The Finance Operations Analyst supports schools, regional teams, and national IPS leadership to achieve financial and operational goals. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and systems skills, along with the ability to manage information, meet deadlines, and develop creative solutions. The ideal candidate is adaptable, collaborative, and proactive—able to balance competing priorities, work across teams, and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Ownership, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential. Supervisory Responsibilities: The Finance Operations Analyst will directly manage: • Regional Business Clerks (1-3 per region) Location: This is a remote position with preference given to candidates who live in Florida or Ohio. This position involves working closely with team members in multiple time zones. Regular meetings and collaboration will be required, so you will need to be flexible in your schedule to accommodate different time zones. The primary work hours will be between 8 AM and 5 PM, ET, with flexibility to work outside of these hours when needed to collaborate with other teams. Compensation: Salaries for people entering this role typically start between $68,000 and $80,000 commensurate with relevant qualifications and experience. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on individual and organization goal attainment. What You’ll Do – Accountabilities Essential Duties: Process Design: • Support design and user roll out for procurement to pay platform and develop subject matter expertise in system administration • RFP/Bid process • Contribute to contract requirements and competitive procurement including BID/ RFP processes for IPS • Assist with organizing and tracking data for all awarded RFP/BID • Develop and deliver training related to vendor contract requirements • Maintain communication with other campus/department managers around RFP/BID process and updates as needed • Vendor lifecycle and management support • Build and implement vendor and contract lifecycle plan for IPSe • Support selection and negotiation of vendor contracts, pricing, and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities towards savings by utilizing negotiation and procurement best practices in line with internal policy and best practice • Support vendor escalations, resolution, and contract conclusion • Communicate with vendors to ensure all invoices include appropriate contract numbers and required information Operations: • Lead information management and records documentation in existing systems and new systems in progress • Participate in weekly check-ins and team meetings and report on project plans, strategy for improvements, and tactical deliverables • Act as liaison between campuses, national departments, and vendors, ensuring all contracts are approved by the required individuals or groups in a timely, efficient, and compliant manner • Play critical role in contract execution, gathering signatures and storing contracts in team systems • Monitor for responsible vendor relations; Managerial Responsibilities: • Manage workflows, training, and functional responsibilities for Florida Business Clerks • Check in weekly or bi-weekly, as needed, with each business clerk • Manage any personnel issues in partnership with human resources, National team, and campus leadership • Lead support community for issue identification, resolution • Collaborate with team on just-in-time and professional development calendar beginning spring 2026 and onward, aligned with IPS Finance Policy and IPS procurement to pay systems • Partner with the National IPS VP of Finance to build capacity in budgeting, forecasting, and managing campus operational budgets Special Projects: • Procurement stabilization and support during systems transitions • Purchase goods, materials, equipment, or services in line with IDEA policy as needed on behalf of regions • Obtain additional quotes and documentation as needed to ensure contract compliance • Lead RFC (request for check) review and execution • Provide close intervention as needed for urgent procurement needs • Provide updates and reports when required on special projects • Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance, reduce cost, and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement • Work collaboratively and negotiate and engage with stakeholders and suppliers regarding new projects, supplies and initiatives and advise of impact of change on purchasing and production activities • Provide continuous improvement sessions for purchasing colleagues by gathering trend data for quarterly trainings and summer institute • Take an active leadership role in Beginning of Year committees related to purchasing and attend of all meetings • Add support for annual campus budgeting by helping identify and source potential contracts that will be executed by campus/departments and assist with incorporating contracts during the budget planning process Qualifications • Bachelor's degree; accounting, business administration, or economics preferred. • 2-3 years' experience in procurement, process management, and operations required. 5 years' experience preferred. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software. • Knowledge of non-profit procurement practices required. • Prior charter school experience strongly preferred. Knowledge and Skills • Knowledge of basic accounting procedures, purchasing and invoicing supplies and equipment • Ability to build, organize, and refine filing systems, project management tools, and • Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and word processing files • Strong math, analytical, organizational and communication skills are essential • Detail oriented, entrepreneurial, team player • Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Application process: Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Learn more about IDEA: At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values

Perform purchasing functions including processing bids and purchase orders, developing procurement strategies, vendor communication, and maintaining purchasing documentation in compliance with state laws. | 3-5 years procurement or purchasing experience preferably in education, strong communication and negotiation skills, knowledge of Texas purchasing laws, and a bachelor's degree preferred. | Procurement Analyst Procurement & Contracts Role Mission Perform technical and clerical purchasing functions for the district. Works directly with purchasing staff to implement purchasing procedures and to process bids and purchase orders and ensure compliance with applicable state laws and regulations. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Location: This is a full-time position based in Texas with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate. Some in-person work may be required. Travel Expectations: Minimal; 4 times per year What You’ll Do – Accountabilities Essential Duties: • Purchase instructional materials, furniture, equipment, and supplies for the district by competitive bidding, informal quotations, and negotiations following established district criteria and state purchasing rules. • Work cooperatively with district personnel to determine appropriate specifications, sources, availability, inventory, pricing, shipping, and receiving. • Develop and write procurement strategies for supplier qualifications, specifications, evaluation criteria and pre-award survey requirements. • Write, review and modify specifications for bids. • Initiate contact with vendors to check on quote requests, lead time, availability, invoices, purchase orders, and contracts. • Obtain and study comparative prices and quotations. • Make recommendations for district spending based on quotes obtained based on strategies defined by district. • Receive and evaluate formal bids and/or proposals. • Assist end users with purchase of goods/services in all aspects of the procurement process including entering requisitions, receiving, etc. Provide 1:1 and group trainings; assist with BOY, quarterly, and weekly tactical meetings • Provide backup and work cooperatively with Assistant Purchasing Director to identify new purchasing requirements, develop budget submissions, create spreadsheets identifying metrics and maintain intercompany web page. Additional Duties and Responsibilities: • Prepare and maintain vendor and bidder lists. • Creates, prepares and processes purchasing documents, enters or edits purchase order data in purchasing requisition system. • Prepare, develop and maintain a variety of correspondence, forms and documents as well as specialized reports. • Maintain physical and computerized files for the department. • Other duties as assigned. What You Bring – Competencies Knowledge and Skills: • Knowledge of procedures for purchasing and invoicing supplies and equipment. • Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner. • Ability to analyze and organize a filing system of bid-related documentation. Proficient typing, keyboarding, and file maintenance skills. • Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing. • Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in meeting constant deadlines • Knowledge of State, Texas School Districts and local district purchasing laws, rules and regulations. • Knowledge of District purchasing practices and procedures. • Strong communication skills with the ability to maintain effective working relationships with internal customers and vendor community. • Knowledge of and skill in applying advanced purchasing tools and techniques. • Advanced skill in operating standard (word processing, spreadsheets, etc.) PC software applications. • Skill in developing and preparing specifications and scope of work. Required experience: • 3-5 years of previous experience in procurement or purchasing and accounting, preferably in an education environment; • Excellent influencing, communication, coordination, and negotiation skills. Preferred experience: • Bachelor’s degree required, Business or Accounting preferred. Physical Requirements: None. Desk work. What We Offer: Compensation & Benefits: Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $63,400 and $73,300, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment. Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/. • IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable. Application process: Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Learn more about IDEA At IDEA the Staff Experience Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values