IT Infrastructure Manager

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients Location: York, Nebraska Area (Onsite) Compensation: $135,000–$150,000 Base + Performance Bonus (Historically 10–15%) Title may be elevated to Vice President based on experience and leadership scope. We are seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure Manager to lead enterprise network architecture, oversee data center operations, and define the long-term infrastructure strategy for a stable, growth-focused financial institution. This is a high-visibility leadership role with executive interaction and full ownership of the infrastructure function. The organization is actively investing in modernization initiatives, including a Microsoft 365 cloud migration and Cisco switching refresh, and requires a leader who can elevate both the technical environment and team performance. This is not a maintenance-focused role — it is a strategic leadership opportunity with meaningful organizational impact. Requirements Leadership Environment The IT team reflects strong long-term stability, with an average tenure of approximately 10 years. The culture values accountability, professionalism, and collaboration. Leadership is committed to enhancing communication, strengthening delegation practices, and building long-term team development while maintaining technical excellence. Scope of Responsibility You will oversee enterprise infrastructure operations across: LAN/WAN architecture and high-availability design Cisco routing and switching, including Nexus platforms Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) Network segmentation and performance monitoring (SNMP, NetFlow) Data center infrastructure operations Oversight of third-party managed firewall and security services Business continuity and disaster recovery planning Infrastructure compliance within a regulated environment You will lead and develop a team of approximately 10 engineers and infrastructure professionals, serving as the senior escalation point for complex technical issues while guiding strategic initiatives from planning through execution. What Success Looks Like Within 6 Months Establish leadership credibility across the organization Successfully manage ongoing infrastructure operations and projects Strengthen team delegation, communication, and accountability Within 12 Months Advance and deliver modernization initiatives Improve infrastructure processes, documentation, and operational standards Elevate team performance, stability, and long-term effectiveness Experience & Qualifications 8–15+ years of progressive network and infrastructure experience Deep expertise in Cisco routers and Nexus switching Strong understanding of enterprise LAN/WAN and data center environments Experience with routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP Prior leadership experience managing engineers or technical teams Experience within regulated or compliance-driven environments preferred Professional presence with strong collaboration and executive communication skills CCNA or CCNP certifications preferred This role requires strong technical credibility combined with the ability to build, mentor, and sustain a high-performing infrastructure team. Compensation & Structure Base Salary: $135,000–$150,000 Performance Bonus: Historically 10–15% Salaried leadership role (typical 40–45 hours/week) On-call leadership responsibility (rare escalations) Fully onsite in the York, Nebraska area

Created: 2026-03-04