Infrastructure Manager

Role Overview

We are seeking an Infrastructure Manager to lead MDLBEAST’s cloud, Dev Ops, and enterprise systems strategy. This role requires someone with deep expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, Dev Ops, and security, and the strategic vision to plan, negotiate, and execute enterprise-wide initiatives. The ideal candidate will oversee cloud governance, drive automation through Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), integrate Microsoft 365 with business applications, and manage a small IT team.

They will also lead vendor negotiations and ensure the company’s infrastructure is secure, scalable, compliant, and future-proof.

• Cloud & Microsoft 365

  • Own and manage the Microsoft 365 ecosystem (Azure AD/Entra , SharePoint, Teams, Defender, Intune).

  • Integrate Microsoft 365 with ERP systems & business apps (attendance systems, HR platforms, custom tools), enabling Teams as a unified collaboration hub.

  • Lead the deployment and governance of Microsoft Copilot, configuring policies at company, department, and individual levels.

  • Continuously audit cloud environments and recommend improvements to security, performance, compliance, and cost optimization.

• Infrastructure & IaC

  • Design and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code frameworks (Terraform, Bicep, ARM), ensuring environments are reproducible, secure, and version-controlled.

  • Enforce network segmentation and Zero Trust principles across workloads.

  • Establish disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity strategies in cloud environments.

• Dev Ops & Multi-Tenant Pipelines

  • Build and govern CI/CD pipelines across internal and third-party platforms.

  • Automate API integrations and endpoint provisioning to streamline connectivity across systems.

  • Introduce Dev Sec Ops  practices, embedding compliance and security checks into development life cycles.

• Governance, Vendor & SLA Management

  • Conduct cloud compliance and cost audits to align with PDPL and optimize operational efficiency.

  • Lead vendor negotiations and define service level agreements (SLAs), ensuring vendors meet MDLBEAST’s technical and business standards.

  • Serve as a strategic advisor on cloud risk posture, governance frameworks, and IT policies.

• Leadership & Team Management

  • Manage and mentor 2+ Specialists, delegating tactical tasks while driving strategic direction.

  • Oversee both hardware and software asset management, ensuring a complete, accurate inventory.

  • Develop budgets and forecasts for cloud and IT infrastructure, balancing cost, scalability, and innovation.

Qualifications:

• Proven expertise in Azure, Microsoft 365, and cloud security frameworks.

• Hands‑on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates).

• Strong background in Dev Ops/Dev Sec Ops  practices and CI/CD pipeline design.

• Experience integrating MS365 with enterprise apps (attendance, HR, custom APIs).

• Skilled in vendor negotiation, SLA drafting, and governance frameworks.

• Excellent leadership and communication skills; able to partner with both technical and business stakeholders.

Relevant certifications such as:

• Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Security Engineer Associate

• Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Architect Technologies (AZ-300/305)

• Microsoft Certified:
  Dev Ops Engineer Expert (AZ-400)

Desired Attributes:

• Ability to zoom in and out: understands technical detail but operates strategically.

• Strong problem‑solving mindset with a proactive improvement approach.

• Effective in building a secure, compliant, and future‑ready infrastructure.