General Dynamics Land Systems · 4 hours ago
Information Technology Infrastructure Operations Director
Sterling Heights, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expGeneral Dynamics Land Systems is seeking an Information Technology Infrastructure Operations Director who will be responsible for overseeing the global operations of network, server, storage, and end-user computing environments. This senior role will lead a diverse team of approximately 100 employees, ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of the company's Information Infrastructure while driving continuous improvement and innovation in infrastructure operations.
National DefenseAerospaceManufacturingMilitary
Responsibilities
Leads, mentors, and manages a global team of approximately 100 Information Technology professionals, including network engineers, server administrators, storage specialists, and end-user computing support staff providing a pathway for succession
Fosters a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team, promoting professional development and growth opportunities
Develop and implement strategic plans for infrastructure operations in alignment with the company’s overall Information Technology strategy
Will identify opportunities for process improvements and automation to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of infrastructure operations
Must stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge
This role will oversee the daily operations and maintenance of the company’s network, server, storage, and end-user computing environments to ensure optimal performance and availability
Ensure robust monitoring, incident management, and problem resolution processes are in place to minimize downtime and service disruptions
Develop and enforce global policies, procedures, and standards for infrastructure management, security, and compliance, while adhering to local regulations
The role must ensure that the company’s infrastructure remains secure through patching, vulnerability management and configuration hardening
Will manage the refreshment of equipment, ensuring the latest technologies are incorporated
Leads infrastructure projects, including upgrades, migrations, refreshes and the implementation of new technologies and systems
Collaborate with other Information Technology and business leaders to prioritize and deliver projects on time and within budget
Manage relationships with key vendors and service providers to ensure high-quality service delivery and support
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including executive leadership, to provide updates on infrastructure performance, projects, and initiatives
Develop and manage the infrastructure operations budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources across all global regions
Allocate and optimize resources to meet operational and project demands
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or relevant technical degree. (MBA/MS a plus)
Minimum of 15 years of demonstrated, relevant experience in Information Technology Management, with at least 10 years in a leadership role leading Information Technology applications operations, program management, and service management
Must have proven experience managing global teams and large-scale IT projects
The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of network, server, storage, and end-user computing technologies and best practices
Will need to have exceptional leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and ability to make autonomous decisions
Will need to build relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers
Has the ability to travel up to 20% when required
Familiarity and experience working within sensitive and or classified program environments desired
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive health, wellness and retirement plans
Paid vacation
Company-paid holidays
Market competitive, robust cash compensation program that includes both base pay and incentive program participation called, It Pays to Perform
Company
General Dynamics Land Systems
GDLS specializes in the design, development, production, support, and enhancement of tracked and wheeled military vehicles. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeffrey Massimilla
Global Vice President of Engineering, Design and Technology
Recent News
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