IT Infrastructure Manager

The role

The IT Infrastructure Manager leads systems and network engineering teams. This person owns the corporate IT environment, drives facility design and build-out, and supports hardware and software engineering organizations.

What you will do

• Manage and mentor the systems and network engineering teams.
• Own the infrastructure roadmap including capacity planning and modernization.
• Lead the architecture, deployment, and operation of enterprise systems.
• Lead the design and operation of global network infrastructure.
• Lead end-to-end IT infrastructure design and build-out for new facilities.
• Standardize software, configurations, automation, and processes.
• Develop and enforce backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies.
• Partner with the Security team to design and enforce controls aligned to DoD standards.
• Collaborate with the Service Desk Manager and broader IT organization.
• Define and report on infrastructure KPIs, SLAs, and roadmap progress.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in IT infrastructure roles spanning systems and network engineering.
• At least 4 years leading or managing engineering teams.
• Demonstrated experience owning enterprise infrastructure end-to-end, including data center build-out, hybrid cloud, and global enterprise networking.
• Strong technical depth across Windows Server, Linux, virtualization, enterprise storage, and backup/disaster recovery.
• Strong understanding of enterprise networking, including switching, wireless, firewalls, VPN, and Layer 2/3 routing protocols.
• Proven ability to scale teams, processes, and technologies in a high-growth environment.
• Experience driving compliance with security and regulatory frameworks relevant to defense contracting (NIST 800-171, DFARS, CMMC, ITAR).
• Hands-on experience with scripting, automation, and infrastructure-as-code.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Track record of managing budgets, vendor relationships, and multi-quarter infrastructure roadmaps.

Nice to have

• Prior experience supporting IT infrastructure in defense, aerospace, or other regulated industries.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL v4, CCNP/CCIE, PCNSE, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, CISSP).
• Experience implementing Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA), SASE/SSE, and modern identity solutions (e.g., Microsoft Entra).
• Familiarity with endpoint management platforms and ITSM tooling.
• Experience supporting high-performance computing (HPC), GPU clusters, or engineering compute environments.
• Familiarity with NixOS, declarative system configuration, and reproducible build and deployment models.
• Experience operating in classified or air-gapped environments and supporting CUI handling requirements.
• Previous experience in a rapidly scaling environment.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Competitive Salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Equity options
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Free lunch benefit
• Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Before you apply

• Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status (U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or certain protected classes of asylees and refugees).

About the company

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.