Infrastructure Systems Manager

Responsibilities:

The Manager of Infrastructure is responsible for leading a team of technical engineers in supporting a large enterprise environment. This role involves developing and implementing short- and long-term goals to meet organizational objectives, recruiting and retaining staff, establishing and enforcing policies and procedures, and monitoring the performance of server systems to ensure they are secure, highly available, and performant. The Manager collaborates with IT leadership and cross-functional teams to drive infrastructure initiatives that support business growth and operational efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Team Leadership & Development:
• Manage and mentor a team of technical engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth
• Recruit, retain, and develop staff to maintain a high-performing infrastructure team
• Establish performance expectations and conduct regular evaluations to ensure continuous improvement
• Infrastructure Planning & Implementation:
• Develop and implement short- and long-term infrastructure goals aligned with organizational objectives
• Lead infrastructure projects and initiatives to enhance system capabilities and operational efficiency
• Ensure high availability, security, and scalability of enterprise infrastructure systems
• Policies, Procedures, & Performance Monitoring:
• Establish and enforce policies, procedures, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for infrastructure operations
• Monitor the operations and performance of server systems to ensure optimal performance and security
• Implement best practices to maintain a highly reliable, mission-critical, geographically dispersed production environment
• Technical Issue Resolution & Support:
• Coordinate and resolve technical issues promptly to minimize downtime and service disruptions
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to troubleshoot and implement solutions effectively
• Provide strategic input on technology investments and enhancements
• Collaboration & Strategic Initiatives:
• Work closely with IT leadership to align infrastructure strategies with business needs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance infrastructure reliability and efficiency
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS;

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field Experience
• Seven years of experience, including designing and implementing highly complex systems on multiple platforms Technical Expertise
• Experience managing a highly reliable, mission-critical, geographically dispersed production environment
• Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, networking, and security best practices
• Knowledge of cloud-based and on-premises infrastructure solutions
• Experience with automation, configuration management, and system monitoring tools Skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with ITIL frameworks and service management best practices
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator