IT Infrastructure Manager

IT Infrastructure Manager (Hybrid, Linux, Google Cloud, Networking)
Los Angeles, CA| On-site

Position Summary

The IT Infrastructure Manager leads a team of ~12 and owns the design, security, and day-to-day operations of a hybrid infrastructure environment spanning on-prem systems and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role is hands-on and operationally focused, with strong expectations in Linux administration, networking, and automation/scripting to improve reliability, reduce manual effort, and strengthen security and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations (Team of ~10)

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of infrastructure engineers/administrators; set priorities, manage workload, and build a strong on-call/incident response culture.
• Establish operational standards (runbooks, escalation paths, change management, problem management, capacity planning).
• Drive cross-functional coordination with Security, Engineering, Helpdesk, and business stakeholders.

Hybrid Infrastructure & Cloud (GCP)

• Own architecture and operations across hybrid environments (data center/on-prem + GCP), including connectivity, identity, and shared services.
• Manage GCP foundations: org/projects, IAM, VPCs, Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, Cloud Logging/Monitoring, and cost controls.
• Plan and execute cloud migrations and modernization initiatives while maintaining stability and minimizing downtime.

Linux & Platform Reliability

• Oversee Linux fleet administration and hardening (patching, vulnerability remediation, performance tuning, configuration standards).
• Implement observability: monitoring, alerting, dashboards, SLIs/SLOs; ensure proactive detection and fast recovery.

Networking & Connectivity

• Own core networking strategy and operations: LAN/WAN, routing/switching, DNS/DHCP, VPNs, firewalls, load balancing, and segmentation.
• Ensure secure and resilient on-prem ↔ cloud connectivity (e.g., site-to-site VPNs, interconnect patterns as applicable).
• Partner with vendors/ISPs to manage circuits, performance, and escalations.

Automation & Engineering Discipline

• Drive automation through scripting/coding (e.g., Bash/Python) to standardize builds, reduce repetitive work, and improve reliability.
• Promote Infrastructure as Code and configuration management practices (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) and version-controlled change workflows.

Security, Compliance, and Continuity

• Enforce least-privilege access, secrets/key management, audit logging, and system hardening across cloud and on-prem.
• Own backup strategy and disaster recovery planning; run periodic recovery tests and document results.
• Lead incident RCA and implement preventative actions to reduce recurrence.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years in infrastructure/IT operations with hybrid environments, including 3+ years managing teams (experience leading ~8–15 person teams preferred).
• Strong hands-on Linux administration experience (Ubuntu/RHEL/CentOS), including troubleshooting and security hardening.
• Strong hands-on networking experience (DNS, DHCP, TLS, VPN, firewalls, routing, switching, segmentation, load balancing).
• Working experience in Google Cloud Platform (IAM, VPC, Compute, Storage, logging/monitoring).
• Scripting/coding experience (Bash and/or Python) used for automation and operational tooling.
• Demonstrated incident management experience (on-call, escalation, RCA, measurable reliability improvements).
• Strong documentation and stakeholder communication skills.

• The total compensation for this role is  $160,000 to $185,000.

• The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits 
• Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans 
• Flexible Spending Account 
• 401K matching 
• Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching 
• Wellness Programs 
• Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only) 
• Career Path Opportunities 
• Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions 
• Employee Loan Assistance  
• Annual Flu Shot
• Paid Vacations Days 
• Paid Sick days 
• Paid holidays 
• HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas,TX office) 
• Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program 
• UKG Wallet 

We provide Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all Team Members (employees) and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We expressly prohibit any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with our Team Members' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws; including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.