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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Infrastructure Manager - **Company:** Adrian Steel Company - **Location:** Adrian, MI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Data Centers, Data Warehousing, Decision Support Systems, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Monitoring of Systems, Identity and Access Management, Routing, Network Segmentation, Windows PowerShell, Power BI, Azure Active Directory, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Vulnerability Management, Wide Area Networks, Backup and Restore, Cloud Platform System, IT General Controls (ITGC), Mttr, Technical Debt, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Data Management, Hardware Infrastructure, Cloud Optimization, Terraform, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Cisco - **Published:** June 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bb74e92dff1ffbae ## About the Role Do you have a valid Driver's License license?, Do you have experience in Stakeholder management?, A successful candidate will be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required, * Ability to understand our business segments & processes * Technical expertise * Expert level knowledge in on-premise infrastructure and cloud-based platforms * Strong problem-solving skills / Critical Thinking * Ability to challenge effectively and communicate confidently with all levels of leadership * Strong organizational skills / Disciplined * Project Management skills (Facilitation / Planning) * High integrity, well respected and trustworthy with internal stakeholders * Future-focused Education required for this role: * 10-15+ years in IT infrastructure/network engineering * 5+ years in leadership roles (Manager, Sr. Manager, or Director level) * Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing or distributed operations * Proven track record leading large-scale transformations (cloud, ERP, network) Technical Expertise * Deep knowledge of: + Enterprise networking (routing, switching, firewalls, SD-WAN) + Cloud platforms (Azure preferred) + Data center and hybrid infrastructure + Identity & access management (Azure AD / Entra ID) + Backup & disaster recovery strategies * Familiarity with: + Cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CIS) + Monitoring and observability tools + Automation and scripting (PowerShell, Terraform, etc.) Leadership & Business Skills * Strong executive communication and stakeholder management * Ability to translate technical strategy into business outcomes (uptime, cost, growth) * Experience managing budgets, vendors, and cross-functional teams * Data-driven decision making using operational metrics Key Performance Metrics (What Success Looks Like) * 99.9%+ infrastructure uptime across all locations * Reduction in critical vulnerabilities and patch SLA breaches * Improved MTTR (Mean Time to Resolve) and incident response times * Cloud cost optimization vs. budget targets * Successful delivery of strategic initiatives (ERP, M&A, network upgrades) * High employee engagement and retention within the team Preferred Certifications: * Azure Solutions Architect / Azure Administrator * Cisco (CCNP/CCIE) * CISSP or security-related certification * ITIL Certification Additional Requirements: * Must meet and maintain all requirements to be a "Driver" as defined in Adrian Steel Fleet Corporate Driving Policy * Valid driver's license * Acceptable driving record (Adrian Steel authorized) ## Description The Manager of Infrastructure & Network Engineering is responsible for the strategy, design, implementation, and operation of the organization's global IT infrastructure and network ecosystem. This role ensures secure, scalable, and high-performing platforms that enable business growth, operational efficiency, and digital transformation. This leader oversees data centers, cloud platforms, networks, end-user compute, and core infrastructure services while aligning with cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, and business priorities. The role requires a balance of hands-on technical depth, strategic leadership, and operational excellence. Success as an Infrastructure Manager is being able to achieve the following expectations: 1. Infrastructure & Network Strategy * Define and execute a multi-year infrastructure and network roadmap aligned with business and IT strategy * Lead modernization initiatives including cloud adoption (Azure), hybrid infrastructure, and network transformation (SD-WAN, SASE) * Establish standards for scalability, redundancy, and performance across 16+ locations * Drive simplification and technical debt reduction across legacy environments 2. Operations & Service Delivery * Own uptime, performance, and reliability of: + Data centers / server environments + WAN/LAN, wireless, and edge networks + Identity & access infrastructure + Backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity * Establish and manage SLAs, KPIs, and operational dashboards * Lead incident response and root cause analysis for critical outages 3. Cybersecurity & Risk Management * Partner with security leadership to ensure infrastructure is secure by design * Drive: + Network segmentation and Zero Trust architecture + Endpoint detection and response (EDR) coverage + Patch and vulnerability management compliance * Support audits (SOC 1, SOC 2, ITGC) and regulatory requirements * Ensure resilience through immutable backups, DR testing, and RTO/RPO alignment 4. Cloud & Platform Engineering * Lead enterprise cloud strategy (primarily Microsoft Azure) including: + Compute, storage, networking, and identity integration + Cost optimization and FinOps discipline * Oversee integration with enterprise platforms such as: + ERP (e.g., Oracle Cloud Fusion) + Data platforms (Power BI, Fabric, Data Warehouse) * Drive automation through Infrastructure-as-Code and DevOps practices 5. Team Leadership & Development * Lead and develop a team of infrastructure and network engineers * Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement * Define organizational structure, roles, and career paths * Manage vendor partners, MSPs, and strategic service providers 6. Financial & Vendor Management * Own infrastructure budget (CapEx and OpEx), typically $3M-$10M+ * Drive cost optimization through: + Cloud governance + Vendor consolidation + Lifecycle management * Lead contract negotiations and vendor performance reviews 7. 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