Infrastructure Manager

Objective Partners ·www.objectivepartners.co

Location Chicago, IL, United States
Work type Hybrid
Salary USD 185,000 - 220,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Head of Infrastructure

This senior leadership role is responsible for the strategy, design, and operation of enterprise infrastructure across a complex, regulated environment. The position leads cloud infrastructure, endpoint engineering, and help desk functions—ensuring systems are secure, scalable, and highly available while supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term transformation.

Operating at the intersection of execution and strategy, this role partners closely with senior leadership to enable business growth through reliable, modern technology platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Infrastructure

  • Lead multi-cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure) across networking, compute, and storage
  • Establish architecture standards, scalability, resiliency, and cost optimization practices
  • Oversee capacity planning, performance, and disaster recovery
  • Drive automation and infrastructure-as-code adoption

Infrastructure Operations

  • Ensure system stability, uptime, and performance across all platforms
  • Lead incident management, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts
  • Define and track KPIs (availability, response times, user satisfaction)
  • Deliver infrastructure projects aligned to business priorities

End User Services

  • Own endpoint strategy (device lifecycle, patching, security)
  • Oversee help desk performance and user support experience
  • Standardize support processes and improve service delivery
  • Manage collaboration tools and voice platforms

Strategy & Transformation

  • Define and execute infrastructure roadmap aligned to business goals
  • Lead cloud transformation and modernization initiatives
  • Reduce technical debt and improve platform resilience
  • Partner cross-functionally across security, engineering, and business teams

Security & Compliance

  • Ensure alignment with cybersecurity standards and regulatory requirements
  • Maintain strong controls across patching, access, and vulnerability management

Vendor & Financial Management

  • Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and SLAs
  • Own infrastructure budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of infrastructure leadership experience
  • Strong background in AWS, Azure, and hybrid environments
  • Experience leading cross-functional infrastructure teams
  • Deep knowledge of networking, servers, and storage
  • Experience in regulated environments preferred

Core Competencies

  • Strategic mindset with strong execution focus
  • Leadership and team development
  • Problem-solving and decision-making
  • Ability to operate in a fast-paced, complex environment
  • Strong communication and stakeholder alignment

 

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Who is hiring for the Infrastructure Manager role?
Objective Partners is hiring for the Infrastructure Manager position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Infrastructure Manager job located?
The Infrastructure Manager role with Objective Partners is based in Chicago, IL, US. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Infrastructure Manager role remote?
Yes — the Infrastructure Manager position at Objective Partners is hybrid. Candidates based in US are preferred.
What does the Infrastructure Manager role pay?
Objective Partners lists the Infrastructure Manager role at USD 185,000–220,000 per year.
Is the Infrastructure Manager role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Objective Partners.
What experience level is the Infrastructure Manager role?
The Infrastructure Manager position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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