Director of Infrastructure & Security

The Director of Infrastructure & Security is a senior IT leadership role responsible for overseeing cloud and on-premises infrastructure, cybersecurity, DevOps, and IT operations within a fast-paced logistics and transportation environment. This role drives technology strategy, operational resilience, and digital transformation while ensuring secure, scalable, and reliable systems that support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Lead cloud and hybrid infrastructure strategy across Azure, AWS, or GCP environments.
Oversee cybersecurity governance, including IAM, endpoint protection, SIEM, vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS).
Manage DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, container platforms, and DevSecOps integration.
Direct IT operations including networking, servers, disaster recovery, backups, service desk operations, and enterprise systems support.
Develop and execute the organization’s IT roadmap, budget, and technology modernization initiatives.
Lead and mentor infrastructure, security, and DevOps teams while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI solutions, to improve operational efficiency and business performance.
Partner with executive leadership to align technology strategy with organizational goals.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
7+ years of progressive IT experience, including 3+ years in leadership or management.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and hybrid infrastructure environments.
Strong background in cybersecurity, networking, IAM, disaster recovery, and enterprise security tools.
Experience managing DevOps environments, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation.
Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in logistics, transportation, freight, or supply chain industries.
Familiarity with TMS, WMS, ERP, or fleet management systems.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, Azure, AWS, or ITIL.
Experience with transportation-related compliance standards (CTPAT, FMCSA, TSA).
Knowledge of generative AI platforms and enterprise AI governance.
Experience managing IT budgets, vendor relationships, and distributed IT environments.

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