Information Technology Infrastructure Manager (Airdrie)

Position Summary

Manager– IT Infrastructure (Onsite, Calgary, AB). Salary: CA$120,000 per year. Full‑time, permanent. Responsible for leading the design, implementation, and operational management of an enterprise infrastructure environment with a strong emphasis on network systems, firewalls, server infrastructure (on‑premise and cloud), virtualization, and overall IT operations.Key Responsibilities

Leadership&Strategy

Translate organizational goals into actionable infrastructure strategies and operational plans. Lead, mentor, and coach the IT infrastructure team to achieve high performance and service excellence. Maintain business continuity (BCP) and disaster recovery (DR) plans, including documentation and regular testing.Drive technology modernization and continuous improvement across the infrastructure workplace. Infrastructure&IT Operations

Oversee and perform hands‑on work in:

Network infrastructure (routing, switching, VLANs, Wi‑Fi, monitoring) Firewall platforms (Palo Alto or similar – rule sets, tuning, monitoring) Server environments (Windows Server, Linux, virtualization technologies) Cloud environments (Azure, AWS, hybrid solutions)

Lead infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and lifecycle management. Ensure system reliability, patching, capacity planning, and performance optimization. Maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, standards, and procedures. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues escalated across network, server, and cloud platforms.Team Management

Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to technical staff. Support career development and certification pathways. Maintain efficient workload distribution and strong operational coverage. Vendor&Technology Management

Manage vendor relationships, ensuring SLA compliance and quality delivery. Evaluate and recommend technologies that improve infrastructure performance, scalability, and resilience. Coordinate external partners for specialized infrastructure services when required. Required Qualifications

10+ years of progressive experience in IT infrastructure, systems administration, or network operations. Hands‑on experience with:

Network design, configuration, and troubleshooting Firewall administration (Palo Alto or equivalent) Windows Server, Linux, and virtualization (VMware preferred) Cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS

Basic cybersecurity knowledge to ensure secure network and server operations, including:

Access control, patching, system hardening, monitoring fundamentals Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks or tools (NIST, CIS Controls, vulnerability scanning, SIEM)

Experience with Microsoft 365 / Office 365, backup and recovery systems, and infrastructure monitoring. Ability to write or modify scripts using PowerShell, Bash, or similar languages. Experience using Teams, Zoom, WebEx, and similar collaboration platforms. Assets (Not Mandatory)

Advanced cybersecurity experience or exposure to enterprise security tooling Palo Alto firewall architecture and design experience Hyper‑V administration Network storage, data protection, or DR platforms Automation platforms such as SCCM, Intune, Ansible, etc. Education&Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline. Minimum 5 years of IT leadership or team management experience. Preferred certifications: CCNA, CCNP, Azure/AWS Certifications, VMware Certifications. Why Join Us

Work with modern infrastructure technologies across server, network, cloud, and virtualization domains. Engage in high‑visibility corporate initiatives, including executive‑level and mission‑critical IT projects. Collaborate within a quick‑paced, innovative team environment that values ownership and continuous improvement.Opportunity for career advancement, including growth toward Senior Manager, IT Infrastructure roles. Additional Information

This is a 100% onsite position; remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available. Applicants must have valid authorization to work in Canada. StaffingPedia does not provide visa sponsorship or immigration assistance. Benefits

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off Vision care StaffingPedia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, religion, disability, or any protected status.

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