Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations

CSP; South Dakota; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading composite components supplier is seeking a Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations in South Dakota. The role involves overseeing enterprise infrastructure design, implementation, and operations, with a focus on scalability and security. The ideal candidate has experience in cloud management and vendor relations, as well as strong leadership skills in a dynamic environment. This position offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision care

401k with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading IT infrastructure and operations.
• Strong understanding of ITIL best practices.
• Experience with cloud computing and data center management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise infrastructure.
• Manage networking, security, and data center operations.
• Oversee service desk operations and vendor management.

Skills

Leadership in IT Operations

Cloud Solutions Management

Cybersecurity Oversight

Vendor Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Windows Server

Linux Systems

Microsoft 365

Job description

Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations page is loaded## Director of IT Infrastructure and Operationslocations: Auburn Hillstime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR100893CSP is the industry leader in the formulation and molding of lightweight, advanced composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you’re only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry-leading benefits, called BENEfits4U. Our comprehensive offering includes: affordable medical, dental, and vision care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; 401k with company match and much, much more.**Job Description****Infrastructure & Operations Leadership*** Lead the design, implementation, and management of enterprise infrastructure including networks, data centers, servers, storage, and hosting solutions (on-premises and cloud).* Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of core IT systems to support global manufacturing and business operations.* Oversee IT operations processes such as incident, problem, change, and capacity management, ensuring adherence to ITIL best practices.**Networking & Data Centers*** Direct the planning, deployment, and support of local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), wireless, and remote connectivity solutions.* Manage the operation, security, and resiliency of corporate and plant-level data centers.* Drive modernization initiatives including network segmentation, SD-WAN, and high-availability architectures.**Cybersecurity*** Oversee security architecture, vulnerability management, and compliance monitoring across infrastructure and operations.* Implement and enforce cybersecurity policies, identity and access management, endpoint protection, and incident response plans.* Partner with enterprise security teams, vendors, and auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory, industry, and insurance requirements.**Servers, Hosting & Microsoft Technologies*** Lead lifecycle management of Windows, Linux, and virtualized server environments.* Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and backup strategies are in place and regularly tested.* Manage the Microsoft ecosystem (Active Directory, M365, Teams, SharePoint, Exchange, Intune) ensuring effective collaboration, governance, and end-user productivity.**Client Services*** Oversee service desk and client computing teams to ensure timely, effective resolution of incidents and requests.* Define and track KPIs for user experience, satisfaction, and service quality.* Standardize device management, patching, and deployment processes for desktops, laptops, and mobile devices.**Vendor & Budget Management*** Manage infrastructure vendors, contracts, and service providers to ensure value, performance, and cost control.* Develop and manage capital and operating budgets for infrastructure and operations.* Negotiate agreements for hardware, software, cloud services, and telecommunications.**Leadership & Team Development*** Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Infrastructure & Operations team.* Foster collaboration across IT and business functions to ensure alignment and service excellence.* Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational discipline.*If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, CSP is the place for you!*[](blob:https://thecsp.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/36ecc2cf-36da-474b-8ad8-9b137085f8a5)Being a CSP employee means having the opportunity to see your impact every day. Our work experience is the combination of everything that’s unique about our culture, our core values, our commitment to your success, and most importantly, our people. We are a team of self-disciplined, hardworking, curious, trustworthy and humble people who make choices according to what is best for the team. We live to collaborate and make a difference.