Head of IT Infrastructure

A recognized services organization in the Tri-State Area is seeking a new Head of IT Infrastructure to join their team. This leadership role oversees enterprise infrastructure, cloud operations, cybersecurity, end-user support, and critical business systems to ensure a secure and efficient technology environment.

About the Opportunity:

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  Schedule: Monday to Friday

  
  


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  Hours: Standard business

  
  


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  Setting: Preference for someone local to NJ, NY, or PA, but at a minimum in the EST time zone

  
  

Responsibilities:

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  Lead enterprise cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance practices across the organization

  
  


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  Oversee hybrid multi-cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure, including security, provisioning, backup, and disaster recovery

  
  


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  Direct internal help desk operations and manage onboarding, offboarding, and endpoint support processes

  
  


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  Serve as the primary contact for managed service providers and ensure vendor performance aligns with service expectations

  
  


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  Administer and optimize core enterprise systems, including recruitment platforms, Jira, and NetSuite

  
  

Qualifications:

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  8+ years of progressive IT experience, including 3-5 years in a leadership role overseeing infrastructure, cloud operations, and vendor management

  
  


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  Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure architecture, administration, and security tooling

  
  


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  Experience managing and integrating enterprise applications, including recruitment staffing systems, Jira, and NetSuite

  
  


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  Working knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as SOC 2, NIST, or ISO 27001, along with IAM and endpoint detection tools

  
  


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  Proven experience managing MSP contracts, vendor selection, and outsourced IT service delivery

  
  


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  Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to present technical strategies to executive leadership

  
  

Desired Skills:

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  ITIL Foundation Certification
  
  


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  Experience with cloud cost optimization and capacity planning

  
  


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  Strong ability to manage cross-functional priorities in a fast-paced environment