Enterprise Infrastructure Director jobs in Moline, IL

IT Infrastructure Team Lead

Location: Davenport, Iowa – 100% on-site (remote/hybrid work option is not available)

Direct-hire W2 only (our client is not offering visa sponsorship at this time)

Our client is currently seeking an IT Infrastructure Team Lead to join their US Rolled Products Team in Davenport, Iowa. A successful candidate will manage and support a 200 virtual Windows server farm supporting the Rockwell FactoryTalk manufacturing system. A successful candidate will have experience managing Windows Servers, develop an understanding of the applications hosted, and possess the ability to troubleshoot integration points of the MES system. This individual will also serve as the technical lead for 2-3 team members and assist in coordinating project work and daily tasks.

Our client, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate, and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the ground transportation, aerospace, industrial, packaging and building and construction markets.



Primary Responsibilities



• Manage and support manufacturing infrastructure that support GRP locations, using standard IT lifecycle methodologies; platforms include Windows Server 2016/2019, SQL Server 2014/2016, VMWare/vSphere, Remote Desktop/Terminal Server Services
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor infrastructure project activities to achieve goals within defined performance metrics.
• Develop tools and practices to improve the operation of the systems and facilities.
• Manage the hardware and software inventory and licensing, according to the legal and business requirements.
• Work across a global IT support team to share information and best practices.
• Supports client’s Compliance activities by performing annual system testing for adherence to IT System and SOX Audit requirements, assists SOX audit teams and internal audit teams as required, and performs Disaster Recovery testing as required.
• Manage small infrastructure team; including staffing recommendations, assignment and prioritization of projects and tasks, coaching, training, performance management, and providing input into compensation decisions.

Key Objectives

• Demonstrate knowledge of the practical infrastructure of systems and technology. This includes knowledge of systems architecture, hardware, operations, and life cycle.
• Manage the support and maintenance process for the systems in your area of responsibility.
• Develop an understanding of the business processes.
• Demonstrate critical thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Operate within client’s IT standards and conventions. Ensure appropriate methodologies, support processes, and procedures are followed.
• Develop and maintain strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrate ability to think through complex technical problems and identify and resolve gaps/risks.
• Use productivity tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.) effectively.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution
• 5 years of IT Infrastructure and support experience
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified IT candidate must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the relevant government agency. Business demands may require employer to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Preferred Qualifications



• Experience working with hardware and software vendors/suppliers.
• Strong relationship skills and ability to interact with internal and external customers, other analysts, and management.
• Experience in executing projects involving multiple groups.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with translating business requirements into system functional and non-functional requirements
• Advanced knowledge of information technology systems, infrastructure, and operations
• Ability to introduce new ideas and concepts that enhance the customer experience, streamline operations, and provide optimal security that fits the organization’s needs.
• Solid understanding of systems analysis, design, and programming techniques
• Knowledge of security methodologies, policies, standards, and best practices, including firewall rules, Active Directory, and row-level security
• Software suites including Rockwell FactoryTalk, OSISoft PI, Kepware Middleware, Jboss, SharePoint
• Pursue continuous learning consistent with evolving job requirements, changes in technology, and changes in the organization.