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Manager, Infrastructure & Cybersecurity

Stone Alliance Group

Full-time

Charlotte, NC

Job description

Our client, a global leader in child mobility, is seeking an experienced Manager, Infrastructure & Cybersecurity to join their team.

This role is responsible for the end-to-end leadership, operation, and security of the company's infrastructure and end-user services. The position leads a small, geographically distributed infrastructure and cybersecurity team and oversees outsourced service providers to ensure reliable, secure, and cost-effective technology operations across all regions.

The role operates in a lean, hands-on model and requires active technical involvement and direct execution when needed. This role is accountable for cloud operations, networks, end-user computing, cybersecurity, vendor performance, and operational resilience, while partnering closely with application, data, and business leaders.

This position is a hybrid opportunity located in Fort Mill, South Carolina.

Responsibilities:

  • Own and operate the global IT infrastructure environment, with the majority of compute and services hosted in Microsoft Azure across multiple regions.
  • Lead infrastructure modernization and decommissioning efforts, including the retirement of legacy platforms and reduction of technical debt.
  • Own global network, connectivity, and collaboration platforms, ensuring reliable and secure access for all sites and remote users.
  • Own the global Microsoft 365 platform (Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, Intune, Entra ID), including configuration, security posture, compliance controls, lifecycle governance, and end-user collaboration standards.
  • Accountable for cybersecurity, including identity and access management, endpoint protection, network security, vulnerability management, and incident response.
  • Manage and develop a small, globally distributed infrastructure and security team, setting clear priorities and operating rhythms.
  • Ensure stable, secure, and scalable infrastructure in support of enterprise platforms such as Dynamics 365, data and analytics solutions, and global integrations.
  • Own disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity capabilities, including regular testing and validation.
  • Manage infrastructure and security vendors, contracts, and operating costs, ensuring service quality and financial discipline.
  • Serve as the senior escalation point for infrastructure and security incidents and lead hands-on technical troubleshooting when required.

Skills:

  • Strong hands-on technical depth across cloud infrastructure, networking, Microsoft 365, end-user computing, and security.
  • Proven ability to operate effectively in a lean, global environment with limited internal resources.
  • Clear and confident communicator able to work across regions, cultures, and time zones.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with a pragmatic, execution-focused mindset.
  • Comfortable owning risk and accountability for operational and security outcomes.
  • Strong vendor management and negotiation capabilities.
  • Ability to balance strategic planning with direct execution.

Experience:

  • 8–12+ years of progressive experience in IT infrastructure, operations, and security roles.
  • Hands-on experience operating global infrastructure environments built on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365.
  • Demonstrated experience leading infrastructure and cybersecurity functions in a lean organization.
  • Experience managing outsourced service providers and global vendors.
  • Background supporting enterprise platforms such as ERP, collaboration, and data platforms.

Application Question(s):

  • How many years of experience do you have IT infrastructure?
  • How many years of experience do you have in IT operations?
  • How many years of experience do you have in Cybersecurity?
  • Do you have experience operating global infrastructure environments?
  • Do you have experience operating infrastructure environments build on Microsoft Azure and/or Microsoft 365?
  • Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship (i.e. H-1B, OPT, etc.) to legally work in the U.S.?
  • What salary range are you targeting?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Charlotte, NC 28216