What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager of Infrastructure and Cybersecurity position at EnergyUnited?
EnergyUnited is seeking an experienced and strategic Manager of Infrastructure & Cybersecurity to lead our IT infrastructure and security operations. This leadership role is vital to ensuring the integrity, reliability, and protection of our systems, networks, and data. If you're passionate about building resilient systems, leading skilled teams, and safeguarding critical technology, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee IT infrastructure and cybersecurity operations to ensure system security, availability, and performance.
- Manage team workloads, prioritize tasks, and keep projects on track for smooth operations.
- Translate fiber, infrastructure, and telecom needs into budgeted project plans aligned with IT leadership.
- Collaborate with the VP of IT and leadership to maintain reliable infrastructure and support systems.
- Assign and delegate tasks effectively to optimize team efficiency and engagement.
- Manage vendor relationships and make informed hardware purchasing decisions.
- Oversee contract management within assigned budgets, ensuring compliance with internal processes
- Lead infrastructure, hardware, and security-related projects from planning through execution.
- Direct the development and implementation of network and telecom systems.
- Define project timelines and track progress aligned with strategic goals.
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks including PCI, CIS Top 18, and NRECA Top 20 Goals.
- Support team efforts to maintain secure, reliable, and high-performing systems and fiber networks.
- Manage IT budgets in coordination with IT leadership, aligning with departmental goals.
- Monitor trends, patches, and updates to ensure system health and compliance.
- Promote end-user computing through tools, training, hardware, and support.
- Ensure our team is owning responsibilities and supported to deliver IT services under your responsibility with the outcomes we expect while hitting desired metrics, SLA's, and KPI's."
- Maintain a secure IT environment that adapts to evolving threats and compliance requirements.
North Carolina’s largest electric cooperative, EnergyUnited, delivers reliable energy and services that improve the quality of life for our customers and communities. We invite you to join our team if you possess the qualities on which we’ve based our success for over 60 years – Safety, Integrity, Commitment and Excellence.
EnergyUnited offers a comprehensive benefit package.
EnergyUnited is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer
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What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, or a related field.
- 5–7 years of IT experience, including enterprise network and infrastructure management.
- Proven ability to lead technical teams and deliver strong business outcomes.
- Strong knowledge of:
- Firewalls, routers/switches, LAN/WAN, virtual and physical servers
- Microsoft server/client environments, Active Directory, MS SQL
- Security tools and best practices
- Desired certifications: Microsoft, CCNA/CCNP, CISSP, PMP
- On-site availability for system upgrades and emergencies.
- Valid NC driver’s license with clean driving record.
Why EnergyUnited?
- We are proud to serve our members with excellence, innovation, and integrity. Our culture is grounded in collaboration and service, guided by our commitment to: Be safe, be secure, be present, be member focused.
Additional Details:
- Hybrid role: Work is performed both remotely and on-site at EnergyUnited locations.
- Residency requirement: Must live within one of EnergyUnited's 19 served counties or within 40 road miles of any EnergyUnited office.
Ready to Join Us?
- Apply today and help us build secure, reliable systems that power communities.
As a federal contractor subject to the nondiscrimination and affirmative action obligations of Executive Order 11246, as amended, and its implementing regulations, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and its implementing regulations at 41 CFR § 60-741, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act, as amended, and its implementing regulations at 41 CFR § 60-300, EnergyUnited EMC (hereinafter referred to as "the Cooperative"), with the full support of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), reaffirms that it will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, or status as a protected veteran.
