IT Manager - Cloud, Cyber Security and Data Center

Albemarle•Houston, TX

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ketjen Corporation is seeking an IT Manager specializing in Cloud, Cyber Security, and Data Center operations. This hybrid role, located in Clear Lake, Texas, involves defining and executing enterprise infrastructure strategy, architecting and operating hybrid infrastructure, and ensuring high availability, performance, and resilience. The position will own cloud strategy leveraging Microsoft Azure, establish secure cloud environments, and drive automation. Responsibilities also include overseeing enterprise network architecture, implementing cybersecurity strategies aligned with business risk, managing identity and access, securing OT/ICS environments, ensuring robust IT service delivery, managing vendor relationships and budgets, and leading a high-performing team. The role requires clear communication of strategy, risks, and performance to executive leadership and the board, and driving organizational change management.

Requirements

10+ years in infrastructure, cloud, or cybersecurity roles
5+ years leading enterprise infrastructure or security teams
Proven experience managing hybrid cloud environments and cybersecurity programs
Track record of delivering resilient, secure, and cost-effective infrastructure at scale
Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, networking, security)
Strong knowledge of networking (LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, firewalls, VPNs)
Cybersecurity tools including Palo Alto Networks Cortex, Microsoft Defender
Identity & access management: Microsoft Entra ID
Experience with infrastructure automation (Terraform, ARM templates, scripting)
Familiarity with OT/ICS security principles and tools

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments with OT/IT convergence
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements (SOX, ISO, NERC CIP where applicable)
Experience with incident response leadership and crisis management
Certifications: CISSP, CISM, Azure Solutions Architect, or equivalent
Experience supporting M&A, carve-outs, or large-scale transformations

Responsibilities

Define and execute the enterprise infrastructure strategy aligned to business goals, scalability, and cost efficiency
Architect and operate hybrid infrastructure (on-prem, cloud, and edge) to support enterprise applications and manufacturing environments
Ensure high availability, performance, and resilience across compute, storage, and network platforms
Lead data center strategy, including consolidation, modernization, and cloud migration
Own cloud strategy, architecture, and operations leveraging Microsoft Azure
Establish secure, scalable cloud landing zones, governance, and cost management frameworks
Drive infrastructure-as-code (IaC), automation, and DevOps practices for infrastructure provisioning
Optimize cloud spend through FinOps practices and continuous cost monitoring
Oversee enterprise network architecture including LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, and secure remote access
Ensure reliable connectivity across corporate offices, plants, and remote/field operations
Partner with vendors and telecom providers to deliver resilient, high-performance network services
Implement modern network security and segmentation strategies
Define and execute the enterprise cybersecurity strategy aligned to business risk and regulatory requirements
Implement defense-in-depth architecture leveraging tools such as Palo Alto Networks Cortex and Microsoft Defender
Lead vulnerability management, threat detection, incident response, and recovery processes
Establish and maintain alignment with frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Conduct regular risk assessments, penetration testing, and tabletop exercises
Own enterprise identity strategy leveraging Microsoft Entra ID
Implement Zero Trust architecture including Conditional Access, MFA, and privileged access management
Ensure secure identity integration across cloud and on-prem environments
Partner with operations to secure OT/ICS environments across plants and manufacturing systems
Implement monitoring and visibility tools such as Dragos Platform
Reduce risk across SCADA, PLCs, and industrial networks while enabling operational continuity
Drive convergence of IT and OT security practices
Ensure robust IT service delivery, including monitoring, incident management, and disaster recovery
Define and test business continuity and disaster recovery (BCDR) plans
Establish SLAs, KPIs, and operational metrics for infrastructure and security services
Drive automation to improve reliability and reduce manual effort
Manage key vendor relationships (cloud providers, hardware, cybersecurity partners)
Own infrastructure and cybersecurity budget, ensuring alignment with cost targets
Negotiate contracts and optimize licensing and service agreements
Drive cost discipline while maintaining performance and security
Build and lead a high-performing infrastructure and cybersecurity team
Establish governance frameworks, standards, and policies across infrastructure and security domains
Communicate strategy, risks, and performance clearly to executive leadership and the board
Drive organizational change management (OCM) for new technologies and security practices