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# IT/OT Infrastructure Architect

- **Company:** New-Indy Containerboard
- **Location:** Catawba, SC, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Ethernet, VMware ESX Servers, Windows Servers, Routing, Software Deployment, Systems Integration, Wide Area Networks, Computer Networking Systems, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft InTune, Deployment Automation, Vcenter
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=86564675b8802cf2

## About the Role

* Networking & Connectivity (30%): Advanced design, implementation, and troubleshooting of core enterprise networks, including 1-100Gbps Ethernet, routing/switching, firewalls, and SD-WAN
 * End-User Technology & Modern Workplace (30%): Expertise in modern endpoint management (Microsoft Intune, Windows Autopilot, Entra ID/M365), endpoint security, group policies, patching, and automated application deployment
 * Technical Leadership & Strategy (25%): 12+ years architecting enterprise infrastructure; proven experience leading cross-functional teams, driving multi-site initiatives, and communicating complex technical concepts to executive leadership
 * Server & Storage Infrastructure (15%): Hands-on experience with Windows Server, VMware ESXi/vCenter, enterprise hardware (e.g. Dell/HPE), SAN/NAS storage (e.g. Dell PowerStore/PowerMax, HPE Nimble), and backup/DR

Highly-Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

 * Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building, listening, and questioning
 * Experience within or supporting 24/7 manufacturing environments

Nice-to-Have Skills & Qualifications:

 * Bachelor's in Business, IT, or similar discipline, or equivalent technology work experience
 * Familiarity with fundamental principles of ITIL, especially change management/MOC processes
 * Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws, and adherence to privileged access principles
 * Experience with hyperconverged infrastructure (e.g., VxRail, SimpliVity)

Work Conditions:

 * 40-hour on-site workweek; emergency call-in availability for 24-hour production environment
 * Ability to lift 30 lbs. unassisted
 * On average, 25% travel may be required for offsite software and system integration efforts

## Description

This role combines hands-on engineering with architectural oversight, ensuring infrastructure solutions are scalable, secure, resilient, and aligned with business objectives across NICB's 24/7/365 manufacturing facilities in North America.

The ideal candidate will directly perform and lead complex infrastructure work, coordinate projects, provide technical direction, and mentor team members. This is a hands-on technical leadership role focused on designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and continuously improving infrastructure solutions across NICB's enterprise IT and OT environments.