Network & Systems Leader: Automation, Security & IaC

Socket.dev; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Network and Systems Manager to lead the Network, Systems, and Security operations. You will drive automation strategies, own IaC initiatives using Ansible, Python, and PowerShell, and guide staffing decisions.

The role requires 7–10 years in IT infrastructure with 2–3 years in leadership, plus strong Linux/Windows and security framework knowledge. In-office or hybrid work is available in Madison, WI or Cedar Rapids, IA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field preferred.
• Associate's degree combined with hands-on experience may be considered.
• Strong leadership and people-management experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead & mentor the operations team with hiring, growth, workload planning, and performance coaching.
• Architect & automate infrastructure using IaC with Ansible, Python, and PowerShell; build CI/CD pipelines.
• Secure & comply by overseeing security operations and aligning with NIST, HIPAA, SOC2.
• Serve as escalation point for complex infrastructure, networking, Linux/Windows systems, and databases (MySQL, MSSQL).
• Collaborate with IT leadership on budgeting, vendor management, and roadmaps.

Skills

Ansible

Python

PowerShell

Linux administration

Windows Server/AD

Networking fundamentals

CI/CD pipelines

Container environments

Monitoring/Observability

Incident response

Change management

Security frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Associate degree with hands-on experience

Tools

CI/CD tools

SIEM

Ubuntu

Windows Server

VLANs

SD-WAN

MySQL

MSSQL

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Network and Systems Manager to lead the Network, Systems, and Security operations. You will drive automation strategies, own IaC initiatives using Ansible, Python, and PowerShell, and guide staffing decisions.

The role requires 7–10 years in IT infrastructure with 2–3 years in leadership, plus strong Linux/Windows and security framework knowledge. In-office or hybrid work is available in Madison, WI or Cedar Rapids, IA.