SYSTEMS AND INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGER

Micro Center • Columbus, OH

3d

About The Position

We are currently seeking a self-motivated, results-oriented NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGER. At Micro Center, our core promise is to take care of our associates and customers—a commitment that continues to drive our success. If you’re energized by innovation and excited to lead in an environment centered on the future of AI, robotics, and next-generation technology, this is your opportunity to grow your career at the intersection of retail and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in infrastructure management, network administration or engineering.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of Payment Card Industry (PCI) data security standards to ensure regulatory compliance and secure transaction environments.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale infrastructure projects from concept to implementation.
• Vendor Management: Experience managing relationships with vendors, including negotiating contracts, evaluating products, and ensuring service levels meet organizational standards.
• History of designing and implementing cloud-based solutions with a strong understanding of cloud-native technologies.
• Strategic problem-solver who leverages detailed data analysis to optimize infrastructure performance and minimize downtime.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Cisco and Ubiquiti networking products, including wireless.
• Familiarity with Pure storage arrays.
• SAN and backup solution design and implementation.
• Experience with Cloudflare’s networking solutions.
• Familiarity with the following hardware: Major server hardware providers; Dell, HP etc., F5 load balancers., Sonicwall Firewalls., APC / Schneider Electric battery backup solutions
• Experience managing a large-scale multi-site network environment.
• Telecommunication contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance of a high-performance and secure LAN/WAN/SAN infrastructure, including secure wireless networking solutions for both corporate and remote locations.
• Ensure best practices are followed to maintain network security and safeguard company data, systems, and infrastructure from internal and external threats, this includes following PCI standards.
• Provide leadership and team management to guide and the Infrastructure / Networking team. Including mentoring, performance management, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate infrastructure and cloud solutions that meet the companies’ objectives.
• Establish best practices for business continuity and capacity planning.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and security best practices to keep the company’s infrastructure current and secure.
• Serve as a key contributor to the organization’s security team.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for regular full‑time associates
• Competitive Employee Discount, including our Friends & Family Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement and Education Savings Opportunities to support continuous learning
• Paid Time Off for regular associates to rest, recharge, and take care of what matters most
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match to help you plan for the future
• Industry‑Leading Vendor and Company Training to build your skills and product expertise
• Clear Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities across the organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager