IT/OT Infrastructure Architect

New-Indy Containerboard; Catawba (SC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

New-Indy Containerboard is seeking a hands-on IT/OT Infrastructure Architect to strengthen its critical infrastructure across 24/7/365 manufacturing facilities in North America. You will bridge hands-on engineering with architectural oversight to ensure scalable, secure, and resilient solutions aligned with business goals.

The role emphasizes IT networking, end-user technology, and technical leadership, with 25% travel and on-site work at the Catawba, SC facility.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting core enterprise networks.
• Experience with modern endpoint management and security controls.
• Proven leadership of cross-functional teams on multi-site initiatives.
• Hands-on server and storage infrastructure management and backup/DR.

Responsibilities

• IT Networking design, implementation, and troubleshooting across enterprise networks.
• End-User compute leadership including modern workplace tech and policy enforcement.
• Technical leadership and strategy to align infrastructure with business goals.
• Server management and backup/recovery across 24/7/365 facilities.

Skills

Networking & Connectivity

End-User Technology

Technical Leadership

Server & Storage Infrastructure

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Intune

Windows Autopilot

Entra ID/M365

VMware ESXi/vCenter

Dell PowerStore/PowerMax

HPE Nimble

SD-WAN

VxRail

SimpliVity

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Catawba Mill - Catawba, SC 29704, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $130,000.00 - $170,000.00 Salary/year, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Category: Information Technology, IT/OT Infrastructure Architect

New-Indy Containerboard (NICB) is a privately owned manufacturer and supplier of containerboard & corrugated packaging, formed in 2012 as a joint venture between The Kraft Group (Boston) & Schwarz Partners (Indianapolis). With approximately 2,000 employees and operations spanning from Southern California to the coasts of the Carolinas, NICB operates four paper mills, including three that use 100% recycled fiber and one that produces high-performance virgin linerboard. NICB combines diverse manufacturing capabilities with a commitment to quality, customer service, and environmentally conscious manufacturing.

Supporting these interconnected operations requires resourceful, dynamic people, dependable technology, and forward-thinking solutions. We’re seeking a hand-on IT/OT Infrastructure Architect to strengthen the critical infrastructure that supports our business. If you thrive on complex technical challenges and enjoy bridging hand-on engineering with technical leadership, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Description

This role combines hand-on engineering with architectural oversight, ensuring infrastructure solutions are scalable, secure, resilient, and aligned with business objectives across NICB’s 24/7/365 manufacturing facilities in North America.

Key responsibilities

• IT Networking (30%)
• End-User Compute (30%)
• Technical Leadership (25%)
• Server Management, including backup and recovery (15%)

Skills & Qualifications: Required Skills & Qualifications

• Networking & Connectivity (30%): Advanced design, implementation, and troubleshooting of core enterprise networks, including 1-100Gbps Ethernet, routing/switching, firewalls, and SD-WAN
• End-User Technology & Modern Workplace (30%): Expertise in modern endpoint management (Microsoft Intune, Windows Autopilot, Entra ID/M365), endpoint security, group policies, patching, and automated application deployment
• Technical Leadership & Strategy (25%): 12+ years architecting enterprise infrastructure; proven experience leading cross-functional teams, driving multi-site initiatives, and communicating complex technical concepts to executive leadership
• Server & Storage Infrastructure (15%): Hands-on experience with Windows Server, VMware ESXi/vCenter, enterprise hardware (e.g. Dell/HPE), SAN/NAS storage (e.g. Dell PowerStore/PowerMax, HPE Nimble), and backup/DR

Highly‑Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport‑building, listening, and questioning
• Experience within or supporting 24/7 manufacturing environments

Nice‑to‑Have Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Business, IT, or similar discipline, or equivalent technology work experience
• Familiarity with fundamental principles of ITIL, especially change management/MOC processes
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws, and adherence to privileged access principles
• Experience with hyperconverged infrastructure (e.g., VxRail, SimpliVity)

Work Conditions

• 40-hour on-site workweek; emergency call-in availability for 24-hour production environment
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. unassisted
• On average, 25% travel may be required for offsite software and system integration efforts

Learn more about New-Indy at www.newindycontainerboard.com or follow us on LinkedIn.