CEI · 1 day ago
Manager, Infrastructure Automation
Wilmington, DE
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$80/hr - $90/hr
7+ years expCEI is a trusted technology partner delivering solutions to help customers transform their business. They are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Manager, Infrastructure Automation to lead their UNIX and Linux infrastructure team, overseeing the design, support, and evolution of Unix systems while ensuring alignment with business needs and industry standards.
ConsultingInformation ServicesInformation Technology
Hiring Manager
Sean Thompson
Responsibilities
Lead the planning, deployment, and ongoing support of supported Unix systems, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security
Develop, coach, and manage a team of Unix and Linux administrators and engineers, promoting continuous learning and excellence in operational practices
Collaborate closely with shared services, application teams, and business units to meet project objectives and support strategic initiatives
Maintain accurate portfolio management to prioritize workloads effectively; act as or appoint project managers for Unix-related projects
Develop and manage the annual budget for the Unix team, including resource planning and vendor support contracts
Oversee vendor relationships and negotiate support agreements, ensuring cost-effectiveness and high service quality
Ensure compliance with KPMG and SOX controls, and lead all security, audit, and operational standards enforcement for Unix environments
Manage high-impact, critical incident responses and provide escalated support for business-critical issues
Maintain and enforce Unix standards, policies, and guidelines, including infrastructure as code (IaC) practices
Oversee platform management and support for automation tools like Ansible, Python, Terraform, and other related technologies
Facilitate change management activities, including off-hours work for scheduled maintenance and disaster recovery site exercises
Build strong internal relationships and foster collaboration across technical and business teams
Support operational turnover of technical and business projects, ensuring knowledge transfer and documentation
Partner with leadership to define roadmaps, establish best practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field; equivalent experience considered
7+ years of leadership experience in IT environments, including team management and budget oversight
Extensive hands-on experience with Unix/Linux systems (preferably 5-7 years) including server clustering, load balancing, and enterprise support
Strong background in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and scripting languages like Python
Proven project management skills and experience leading technical initiatives
Familiarity with ITIL practices, including change control, incident, and problem management
Experience with security compliance and audit standards, especially KPMG and SOX
Excellent communication, organizational, and strategic thinking skills
Self-motivated with a passion for innovation, operational excellence, and continuous growth
Preferred
Knowledge of P&C insurance industry is a plus
Company
CEI
In today’s fast-evolving technology landscape, CEI empowers organizations to drive business transformation and IT modernization through innovative, AI-enabled solutions.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Dale Gilardi
Chief Financial Officer
Christine Locklin
Vice President and Partner
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