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# IT Director

- **Company:** Amyris
- **Location:** Emeryville, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $176,000 - $237,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Domain Controllers, Artificial Intelligence, Android Software Development, Microsoft Antivirus, Apple IOS, Apple Mac Systems, Application Packaging, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management Databases, Configuration Management, Domain Name System (DNS), Multi-Factor Authentication, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Knowledge Management, OpenID, Public Key Infrastructure, Windows PowerShell, Remote Access Technology, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Microsoft SharePoint, Shell Script, Single Sign-On, Virtualization Technology, Cyber Threat Analysis, Microsoft InTune, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Gsuite, Cloud Migration, CIS Benchmarks
- **Published:** November 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/394619/director-global-it-infrastructure-operations-california-ca-emeryville

## About the Role

* 10+ years of progressive IT infrastructure and operations experience, including 5+ years leading technical teams and complex enterprise programs. \n
 * Proven leadership in a global co-managed services model is required. This includes creating shared ownership across internal teams and external providers in multiple countries. \n
 * Proven success leading complex infrastructure, cloud, endpoint, collaboration, and security programs across internal teams and external providers, with strong command of delivery, risk, budgets, and stakeholder communication. \n
 * Deep, current expertise across enterprise networking, cloud and virtualized infrastructure, Microsoft 365 and Azure, endpoint management, identity and privileged access, cybersecurity controls, backup and recovery, IT service management, and knowledge-management platforms. \n
 * Hands-on experience with hybrid Microsoft identity, including Active Directory, domain controllers, Group Policy, Entra ID and Entra Connect, Exchange hybrid, Conditional Access, MFA, and SAML/OIDC single sign-on and role-based access across cloud and SaaS platforms, and the capability to audit MSP changes, detect configuration drift, and govern privileged access. \n
 * Hands-on experience with co-managed Windows and macOS endpoint management, including Intune, Configuration Manager, Autopilot, patching, application packaging, Microsoft Defender, and iOS and Android mobile device management, and the capability to verify MSP compliance, patching, and deployment reporting. \n
 * Hands-on experience with PKI and certificate services, VPN and remote access, internal and external DNS and email authentication, Google Workspace, and HR-to-directory provisioning, and the capability to assume ownership of critical systems from departing staff and eliminate single points of failure. \n
 * Continuous-improvement mindset with measurable results in service quality, automation, process maturity, security, or cost effectiveness. \n
 * Excellent written, verbal, and executive communication skills; able to explain technical tradeoffs clearly, make decisions with incomplete information, and maintain credibility with engineers and business leaders. \n, * Experience leading network modernization, CIS Controls implementation, enterprise endpoint refreshes, SharePoint migrations, cloud migrations, or comparable large-scale infrastructure programs. \n
 * Experience operating a Microsoft-centered enterprise environment, including Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Intune, SharePoint, enterprise networking, cloud infrastructure, security, and IT service management. \n
 * Experience using PowerShell, Bash, and shell scripting to automate infrastructure and operational tasks, together with Jira Service Management and Jira Assets (CMDB) administration following ITIL practices. \n
 * Relevant certifications such as PMP, ITIL 4, CISSP, CCNP, Microsoft Azure, or equivalent demonstrated expertise. \n
 * Bachelors degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. \n
 * Understanding of how AI is reshaping cybersecurity threats, controls, governance, and enterprise technology strategy. \n
 * Portuguese language proficiency. \n