Infrastructure Manager
Adrian
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Job summary
Adrian in Adrian, Michigan, is seeking a Manager of Infrastructure & Network Engineering responsible for effective IT infrastructure management to support business growth and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate will lead a team, manage IT projects, and ensure secure, high-performing platforms across multiple sites. Benefits include a competitive salary and robust offering like 401K, medical, and paid time off.
Qualifications
- 10-15 years in IT infrastructure/network engineering experience required.
- Strong executive communication and ability to manage budgets.
- Experience leading large-scale transformation initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Oversee IT infrastructure and network ecosystem management.
- Lead team of infrastructure and network engineers.
- Own the performance and reliability of data centers and networks.
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Job description
Adrian Steel is committed to providing the best cargo management solutions in North America. Since our beginning in 1953, our Adrian, Michigan, corporate office and manufacturing facility now encompass a 166,900 square foot facility. We have up‑fitted over one million vehicles and counting. It is a fact that an organized vehicle increases workflow efficiency and reduces inventory damages. We are recognized as a National Truck Equipment Association MVP. We specialize in van storage solutions and accessories for all trades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, building, auto‑glass, painting, locksmith, parcel delivery, and cable/satellite contractors. We pride ourselves on respect, contribution, stability, and compensation to foster a long‑lasting relationship that puts Adrian Steel on the market as an employer of choice. As a premier employer, we offer a robust benefits package that is constantly benchmarked to attract and retain top talent. We value the dedication and innovation of all employees and promote daily collaboration to ensure the best solutions for our customers.
A successful candidate will perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The Manager of Infrastructure & Network Engineering is responsible for the strategy, design, implementation, and operation of the organization’s global IT infrastructure and network ecosystem. This role ensures secure, scalable, and high‑performing platforms that enable business growth, operational efficiency, and digital transformation. The leader oversees data centers, cloud platforms, networks, end‑user compute, and core infrastructure services while aligning with cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, and business priorities. The role requires a balance of hands‑on technical depth, strategic leadership, and operational excellence.
- Infrastructure & Network Strategy
- Define and execute a multi‑year infrastructure and network roadmap aligned with business and IT strategy
- Lead modernization initiatives including cloud adoption (Azure), hybrid infrastructure, and network transformation (SD‑WAN, SASE)
- Establish standards for scalability, redundancy, and performance across 16+ locations
- Drive simplification and technical debt reduction across legacy environments
- Operations & Service Delivery
- Own uptime, performance, and reliability of:
- Data centers / server environments
- WAN / LAN, wireless, and edge networks
- Identity & access infrastructure
- Backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity
- Establish and manage SLAs, KPIs, and operational dashboards
- Lead incident response and root cause analysis for critical outages
- Own uptime, performance, and reliability of:
- Cybersecurity & Risk Management
- Partner with security leadership to ensure infrastructure is secure by design
- Drive:
- Network segmentation and Zero Trust architecture
- Endpoint detection and response (EDR) coverage
- Patch and vulnerability management compliance
- Support audits (SOC 1, SOC 2, ITGC) and regulatory requirements
- Ensure resilience through immutable backups, DR testing, and RTO / RPO alignment
- Cloud & Platform Engineering
- Lead enterprise cloud strategy (primarily Microsoft Azure) including:
- Compute, storage, networking, and identity integration
- Cost optimization and FinOps discipline
- Oversee integration with enterprise platforms such as:
- ERP (e.g., Oracle Cloud Fusion)
- Data platforms (Power BI, Fabric, Data Warehouse)
- Drive automation through Infrastructure-as-Code and DevOps practices
- Lead enterprise cloud strategy (primarily Microsoft Azure) including:
- Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and develop a team of infrastructure and network engineers
- Build a high‑performance culture focused on accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
- Define organizational structure, roles, and career paths
- Manage vendor partners, MSPs, and strategic service providers
- Financial & Vendor Management
- Own infrastructure budget (CapEx and OpEx), typically $3M-$10M+
- Drive cost optimization through:
- Cloud governance
- Vendor consolidationLifecycle management
- Lead contract negotiations and vendor performance reviews
- Project & Program Leadership
- Lead infrastructure workstreams for:
- ERP implementations
- M&A integrations
- Facility expansions and new site deployments
- Ensure delivery through structured governance (ITIL, CAB, change management)
- Partner with PMO and business leaders to align priorities
- Lead infrastructure workstreams for:
- Ability to understand our business segments & processes
- Technical expertise
- Expert level knowledge in on‑premise infrastructure and cloud‑based platforms
- Strong problem‑solving skills / Critical Thinking
- Ability to challenge effectively and communicate confidently with all levels of leadership
- Strong organizational skills / DisciplinedProject management skills (facilitation / planning)
- High integrity, well respected and trustworthy with internal stakeholders
- Future‑focused
- 10‑15+ years in IT infrastructure/network engineering
- 5+ years in leadership roles (Manager, Sr. Manager, or Director level)
- Experience supporting multi‑site manufacturing or distributed operations
- Proven track record leading large‑scale transformations (cloud, ERP, network)
- Deep knowledge of:
- Enterprise networking (routing, switching, firewalls, SD‑WAN)
- Cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
- Data center and hybrid infrastructure
- Identity & access management (Azure AD / Entra ID)
- Backup & disaster recovery strategies
- Familiarity with:
- Cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CIS)
- Monitoring and observability tools
- Automation and scripting (PowerShell, Terraform, etc.)
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management
- Ability to translate technical strategy into business outcomes (uptime, cost, growth)
- Experience managing budgets, vendors, and cross‑functional teams
- Data‑driven decision making using operational metrics
- 99.9%+ infrastructure uptime across all locations
- Reduction in critical vulnerabilities and patch SLA breaches
- Improved MTTR (Mean Time to Resolve) and incident response times
- Cloud cost optimization vs. budget targets
- Successful delivery of strategic initiatives (ERP, M&A, network upgrades)
- High employee engagement and retention within the team
- Azure Solutions Architect / Azure Administrator
- Cisco (CCNP/CCIE)
- CISSP or security‑related certification
- ITIL Certification
- Must meet and maintain all requirements to be a “Driver” as defined in Adrian Steel Fleet Corporate Driving Policy
- Valid driver’s license
- Acceptable driving record (Adrian Steel authorized)
- 401K
- Medical / Health Savings Account
- Dental
- Employee Assistance
- Teladoc
- Group Life
- Short / Long Term Disability
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Vision
- Voluntary Benefits include Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible Schedules
We are committed to fostering a safe work environment—one that celebrates diversity, offers equal opportunities and where all employees feel secure, involved, valued, and respected. We do not tolerate discrimination, unlawful harassment, hate‑related behavior, or threats of workplace violence.
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