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## Sr Director - InfrastructureApplylocations: Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United Statestime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R48629**At Oshkosh, we build, serve and protect people and communities around the world by designing and manufacturing some of the toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We employ over 18,000 team members all united by a common purpose. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day.**At Oshkosh Corporation, our purpose is clear: to make a difference in the lives of people who build, serve, and protect communities around the world.As a Fortune 500 industrial technology company, we design and manufacture purpose-built specialty vehicles, access equipment, and mission-critical systems that support defense, fire and emergency, aviation, construction, refuse, and commercial industries. Our portfolio includes iconic brands such as JLG, Pierce, Oshkosh Defense, McNeilus, and Frontline Communications.Technology is a competitive differentiator at Oshkosh. Our Digital Technology organization is helping transform the enterprise through cloud, AI, automation, cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing, and connected products.We're proud to have been recognized as one of Computerworld's Best Places to Work in IT for five consecutive years and a CIO 100 Award winner for seven consecutive years—reflecting our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and technology excellence.Oshkosh's Infrastructure organization; spanning Cloud, Network, Server & Storage, Identity, Database, and Digital Workplace; is the foundation that keeps 18,000+ employees, global manufacturing operations, and mission-critical systems running securely and reliably every day.We're adding a Sr. Director of Infrastructure to strengthen the leadership bench under our VP of Infrastructure. This is a versatile senior technology leadership role. The successful candidate will lead one or more of our four core infrastructure disciplines—Network, Server & Storage, Identity, Database & Cloud, or Digital Workplace—based on their experience and the needs of the organization, working in close partnership with the other Infrastructure leaders.This role is designed for a leader who can operate across the breadth of enterprise infrastructure, step into the organization's highest priorities, and grow into broader enterprise leadership over time. It offers significant visibility, a seat at the Infrastructure leadership table, and the opportunity to shape the long-term direction of Oshkosh's infrastructure strategy alongside the VP of Infrastructure.**LOCATION**This role is based at Oshkosh Corporation's Global Headquarters in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, where our Digital Technology leadership team partners closely with executive leadership and business stakeholders. The position requires five days per week onsite to foster collaboration and accelerate enterprise transformation initiatives. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.**WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS**Enterprise infrastructure at Oshkosh is evolving beyond traditional operations—spanning cloud modernization, AI-enabled operations, platform engineering, intelligent automation, identity and access management, and resilient global connectivity in support of digital manufacturing, connected products, and enterprise applications to name a few. This role gives a strong infrastructure leader the chance to make an immediate impact while building the cross-functional credibility to lead the broader organization in the future.**YOUR IMPACT**You will serve as the direct leader for one or more of the following functional teams, partnering closely with the VP of Infrastructure and fellow Directors across the Infrastructure leadership team:* Network Engineering – enterprise network strategy, connectivity, segmentation, and resiliency across global manufacturing, engineering, and business locations.* Server & Storage Engineering – compute, storage, and data center platforms supporting mission-critical enterprise platforms.* Identity, Database & Cloud – IAM, database platforms, and multi-cloud strategy across Azure Commercial, Azure Government (GCC High), AWS, GCP, and future platforms.* Digital Workplace – end-user computing, collaboration platforms, and the technology experience for Oshkosh's global workforce.Regardless of initial leadership portfolio, you'll be expected to build fluency across all four disciplines over time and contribute to enterprise-wide infrastructure strategy.**Enterprise Strategy*** Contribute to the enterprise infrastructure strategy aligned to Oshkosh's long-term business objectives, in close partnership with the VP of Infrastructure.* Translate business priorities into technology investments and architecture decisions within your functional area.* Support multi-year technology roadmaps spanning cloud modernization, infrastructure transformation, automation, and AI adoption.**Operational & Technical Leadership*** Advance platform engineering, infrastructure automation, Infrastructure as Code, self-service platforms, and modern operating models within your area of ownership.* Drive FinOps governance and cost optimization while balancing innovation, scalability, and operational efficiency.* Ensure infrastructure services meet enterprise expectations for availability, scalability, performance, compliance, and cybersecurity.* Modernize infrastructure through observability, resilient connectivity, and AIOps capabilities appropriate to your functional area.**Organizational Leadership*** Lead a team of managers, architects, engineers, and technical specialists within your assigned function, while building a strong leadership pipeline.* Foster a high-performing, people-first culture focused on coaching, accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.* Partner closely with infrastructure peers to ensure a cohesive, enterprise-wide infrastructure organization.* Develop succession plans and leadership capability within your team and demonstrate the range and readiness to take on broader Infrastructure leadership responsibility over time.**Business Leadership*** Own operating plans, investment strategy, financial forecasting, supplier partnerships, and technology portfolio management within your function.* Influence enterprise decision-making through executive communication, strategic planning, and measurable business outcomes.* Champion organizational change while helping business leaders successfully adopt modern technology capabilities.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*** Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline required.* 12+ years of progressive enterprise technology leadership experience spanning across cloud platforms, compute and storage platforms, enterprise networking, identity/access management, or digital workplace/end-user technology.* 8+ years leading leaders, including managers, architects, or senior engineering teams within large, complex global organizations.* Proven experience developing high-performing technical organizations while leading through enterprise transformation and organizational change.* Demonstrated versatility across infrastructure disciplines—or a strong track record in one discipline paired with clear ability to learn adjacent domains quickly.* Strong financial acumen with experience managing operating and capital budgets, technology investment planning, vendor strategy, and ROI optimization.* Executive presence with exceptional communication, influence, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.* Ability to translate complex technology strategy into measurable business value for executive stakeholders.* Experience applying enterprise governance frameworks such as ITIL and enterprise risk management to improve operational performance and service delivery.* Ability to travel up to 10%.**STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS*** Master's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.* Executive leadership experience within a Fortune 500 organization.* Experience supporting regulated industries or government environments.* Experience with Azure Commercial and Azure Government (GCC High).* Industry certifications in cloud architecture, enterprise networking, enterprise architecture, or related technologies.* Experience leading Platform Engineering, Infrastructure as Code, AIOps, NetOps and AI-enabled infrastructure initiatives.* Experience across multiple infrastructure disciplines (network, server/storage, identity/cloud, digital workplace), rather than a single narrow specialty.* A demonstrated interest in growing into broader enterprise infrastructure leadership responsibility over time.**Pay Range:**$158,600.00 - $301,400.00The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It’s a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day. As part of a People First culture, you’ll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you.Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufactures some of the world’s toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG, Hinowa, Power Towers, Pierce, MAXIMETALTM, Oshkosh Defense, McNeilus, IMT, Jerr-Dan, FrontlineTM Communications, Oshkosh Airport Products, Oshkosh AeroTechTM and Pratt Miller. #J-18808-Ljbffr