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Adrian Steel is committed to providing the best cargo management solutions in North America. Because of this, we take our customer service to the next level. Since our beginning in 1953, our Adrian, Michigan, corporate office and manufacturing facility now encompass a 166,900 square ft.

facility. We have up fitted over one million vehicles and counting. It's a fact that an organized vehicle increases workflow efficiency and reduces inventory damages.

*We are recognized as a National Truck Equipment Association MVP.We specialize in van storage solutions and accessories for all trades, including HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Building, Auto Glass, Painting, Locksmith, Parcel Delivery, and Cable/Satellite contractors to name a few.We pride ourselves on respect, contribution, stability, and compensation to foster a long-lasting relationship that puts Adrian Steel on the market as an employer of choice. As a premier employer, our employees are offered a robust benefits package that is constantly benchmarked to ensure we can attract and retain top talent. We value the dedication and innovation of all employees; we promote daily collaboration to ensure we are providing employees the opportunity to share ideas that will provide the best solutions and products for our customers.Our goal is to partner with self-motivated and driven individuals and foster a relationship of continuous improvement, while keeping our Mission Statement front and center; "Doing it right the first time, always improving." Our organization is currently seeking an Infrastructure Manager

A successful candidate will be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required: Position Overview The Manager of Infrastructure & Network Engineering is responsible for the strategy, design, implementation, and operation of the organization's global IT infrastructure and network ecosystem. This role ensures secure, scalable, and high-performing platforms that enable business growth, operational efficiency, and digital transformation.This leader oversees data centers, cloud platforms, networks, end-user compute, and core infrastructure services while aligning with cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, and business priorities

The role requires a balance of hands-on technical depth, strategic leadership, and operational excellence. Success as an Infrastructure Manager is being able to achieve the following expectations: 1. Infrastructure & Network Strategy Define and execute a multi-year infrastructure and network roadmap aligned with business and IT strategy Lead modernization initiatives including cloud adoption (Azure), hybrid infrastructure, and network transformation (SD-WAN, SASE) Establish standards for scalability, redundancy, and performance across 16+ locations Drive simplification and technical debt reduction across legacy environments 2.

Operations & Service Delivery Own uptime, performance, and reliability of: Data centers / server environments WAN/LAN, wireless, and edge networks Identity & access infrastructure Backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity Establish and manage SLAs, KPIs, and operational dashboards Lead incident response and root cause analysis for critical outages 3. Cybersecurity & Risk Management Partner with security leadership to ensure infrastructure is secure by design Drive: Network segmentation and Zero Trust architecture Endpoint detection and response (EDR) coverage Patch and vulnerability management compliance Support audits (SOC 1, SOC 2, ITGC) and regulatory requirements Ensure resilience through immutable backups, DR testing, and RTO/RPO alignment 4. Cloud & Platform Engineering Lead enterprise cloud strategy (primarily Microsoft Azure) including: Compute, storage, networking, and identity integration Cost optimization and FinOps discipline Oversee integration with enterprise platforms such as: ERP (e.g., Oracle Cloud Fusion) Data platforms (Power BI, Fabric, Data Warehouse) Drive automation through Infrastructure-as-Code and DevOps practices 5

Team Leadership & Development Lead and develop a team of infrastructure and network engineers Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement Define organizational structure, roles, and career paths Manage vendor partners, MSPs, and strategic service providers 6. Financial & Vendor Management Own infrastructure budget (CapEx and OpEx), typically $3M-$10M+ Drive cost optimization through: Cloud governance Vendor consolidation Lifecycle management Lead contract negotiations and vendor performance reviews 7. Project & Program Leadership Lead infrastructure workstreams for: ERP implementations M&A integrations Facility expansions and new site deployments Ensure delivery through structured governance (ITIL, CAB, change management) Partner with PMO and business leaders to align priorities The key behaviors / skills required for this role are: Ability to understand our business segments & processes Technical expertise Expert level knowledge in on-premise infrastructure and cloud-based platforms Strong problem-solving skills / Critical Thinking Ability to challenge effectively and communicate confidently with all levels of leadership Strong organizational skills / Disciplined Project Management skills (Facilitation / Planning) High integrity, well respected and trustworthy with internal stakeholders Future-focused Education required for this role: 10-15+ years in IT infrastructure/network engineering 5+ years in leadership roles (Manager, Sr.

Manager, or Director level) Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing or distributed operations Proven track record leading large-scale transformations (cloud, ERP, network) Technical Expertise Deep knowledge of: Enterprise networking (routing, switching, firewalls, SD-WAN) Cloud platforms (Azure preferred) Data center and hybrid infrastructure Identity & access management (Azure AD / Entra ID) Backup & disaster recovery strategies Familiarity with: Cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CIS) Monitoring and observability tools Automation and scripting (PowerShell, Terraform, etc.) Leadership & Business Skills Strong executive communication and stakeholder management Ability to translate technical strategy into business outcomes (uptime, cost, growth) Experience managing budgets, vendors, and cross-functional teams Data-driven decision making using operational metrics Key Performance Metrics (What Success Looks Like) 99.9%+ infrastructure uptime across all locations Reduction in critical vulnerabilities and patch SLA breaches Improved MTTR (Mean Time to Resolve) and incident response times Cloud cost optimization vs. budget targets Successful delivery of strategic initiatives (ERP, M&A, network upgrades) High employee engagement and retention within the team Preferred Certifications: Azure Solutions Architect / Azure Administrator Cisco (CCNP/CCIE) CISSP or security-related certification ITIL Certification Additional Requirements: Must meet and maintain all requirements to be a "Driver" as defined in Adrian Steel Fleet Corporate Driving Policy Valid driver's license Acceptable driving record (Adrian Steel authorized) Benefits Offered: 401K Medical / Health Savings Account Dental Employee Assistance Teladoc Group Life Short / Long Term Disability Health & Wellness Programs Vision Voluntary Benefits include Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Flexible Schedules We are committed to fostering a safe work environment-one that celebrates diversity, offers equal opportunities and where all employees feel secure, involved, valued, and respected. We do not tolerate discrimination, unlawful harassment, hate-related behavior, or threats of workplace violence.