Director, Infrastructure & Security Job at RedShelf, Chicago, IL

Y2hZNTIvbUpwbUt6eTlrNmd0Mkdsb1QrdUE9PQ==
  • RedShelf
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Director, Infrastructure & Security

Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Infrastructure and Security leader to join our dynamic team. You will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our cloud-based software platforms. You will be responsible for overseeing our infrastructure while leading efforts to enhance security measures and mitigate potential risks. You will also be responsible for developer tools as well as cloud and security vendors. You will be a doer, roll up your sleeves and deliver technical projects on your own as well as coordinate work amongst the team that’s comprised of employees and contractors.

Key Responsibilities:

Infrastructure & DevOps:
  • Design, implement, and maintain the company's cloud infrastructure to ensure scalability, reliability, security and performance.
  • Manage the deployment and maintenance of servers, containers, networks, storage, and other infrastructure components using infrastructure as code (IaC).
  • Implement best practices for cloud architecture in areas of observability, elastic scalability, redundancy, and disaster recovery.
  • Collaborate with other engineering teams to implement DevOps & CI//CD best practices to optimize developer productivity and developer experience.
  • Manage cloud accounts, budget & vendors.
Security Management:
  • Develop and implement comprehensive security policies, procedures, and controls to safeguard the company's infrastructure and data.
  • Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify and address potential security vulnerabilities.
  • Deploy vendor applications and tools to protect the cloud environment from cybersecurity threats.
  • Monitor security logs and alerts to detect and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
  • Stay abreast of emerging security threats, trends, and technologies to proactively mitigate risks.
Team Leadership and Development:
  • Lead a team of infrastructure and security employees and contractors
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning within the team.
  • Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to foster professional growth and development.
  • Manage workload allocation, performance evaluations, and training initiatives to optimize team productivity and effectiveness.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • 10+ years experience in infrastructure management, cloud architecture, and security operations within a cloud software company or similar environment.
  • Strong technical expertise in cloud platforms (AWS preferred, Azure, GCP), networking, virtualization, and containerization technologies.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and controls to protect against cybersecurity threats.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects and tasks.
Why RedShelf?

RedShelf prides itself on maintaining an informal but fast-moving, hard-working, entrepreneurial culture. Our team members are smart, innovative, and passionate about improving education through digital technology.

We offer the best of both worlds: the energy and opportunity of a rapidly-growing organization, coupled with the stability of an extensive client base, strong financial backing, and proven track record of success. In addition to a forward-thinking environment with ample opportunity for professional and personal growth, our team members enjoy competitive compensation and benefit packages, including company stock options.

RedShelf is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, people of color, individuals with a disability, veterans, and others who would enrich the diversity of RedShelf are encouraged to apply.

Powered by JazzHR

cB2BZz3HyO

Job Tags

For contractors,

Similar Jobs

The UPS Store #4070

UPS store associate Job at The UPS Store #4070

Looking to hire a UPS STORE ASSOCIATE at our Surprise location. We are looking to hire full or part-time .Minimum start will be $14 if you have UPS experience then it will be different. Job discription is shipping, packing,mailboxes, sorting mail, postage ,fax ,printing... 

Physician Providers Mgmt. Corp.

Gastroenterology Physician Assistant Job at Physician Providers Mgmt. Corp.

BUSY PRACTICE IN FL IS SEEKING A GASTROENTEROLOGY M.D. AND A P.A. OR N.P. WITH GI EXPERIENCE! This practice has 2 office locations and...  ...work/life balance! ERCPs and EUSs are not required. The physician typically has 12-15 procedures in the mornings and has clinic... 

KeyBank

Private client banker - branch Job at KeyBank

 ...Summary Be a problem solver, trusted advisor, and partner to the people and businesses...  ...with a plan-based approach to financial advice. As a PCB, you will deliver and refer...  ...realizing the impact we can have on their day, personally, professionally, and financially.... 

Multimedia Solutions Corp.

Join us for a Digital Marketing Internship Job at Multimedia Solutions Corp.

 ...space. We are also excited to glean fresh ideas and insights that interns can bring to the table.Digital Marketing Interns will be...  ...Campaigns and SEO tactics is a plus~Familiarity with HTML/Photoshop/Video editing tools a plus ~Bonus points if youve created a Facebook Tab... 

Giant Eagle

Licensed Pharmacist (RPH Licensing Required) Job at Giant Eagle

 ...Job Summary As a Pharmacist, you will consistently build relationships with patients exceeding...  .... Create and maintain a positive work environment for all team members....  ...our grocery Stores through our Corporate home office, we are working together to put food...