University of Chicago · 13 hours ago
Manager, Microsoft and Cloud Infrastructure
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$132K/yr - $145K/yr
7+ years expThe University of Chicago is committed to delivering high-quality technology solutions and services. The Manager, Microsoft and Cloud Infrastructure will lead a team of engineers to oversee and modernize Microsoft-based and hybrid cloud environments while ensuring the reliability and performance of various Microsoft services.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Leads and mentors a team of systems engineers managing Microsoft datacenter and hybrid-cloud infrastructure
Develops and executes modernization strategies for Windows Server, M365, Azure, AWS and Google cloud services
Collaborates with Identity and Access Management Team regarding administration of Active Directory, Entra ID, and hybrid identity synchronization (AD Connect)
Ensures reliability and performance of Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange, Teams, One Drive and SharePoint Online
Directs operations and lifecycle management for SCCM, SCOM, and PowerShell automation frameworks
Partners with Information Security, Networking, and Application teams to maintain secure, compliant configurations
Coordinates monitoring, patching, incident response, and system maintenance across on-prem and cloud environments
Manages budgets, vendor relationships, and service-level agreements
Collaborates with ITS leadership to define metrics, reporting, and service improvement initiatives
Researches and evaluates emerging Microsoft and cloud technologies; leads proof-of-concept initiatives
Supports the University’s academic and administrative missions by maintaining high service availability and customer satisfaction
Manages a single team's progress by maintaining accurate and up-to-date logs, ensures that all projects have the necessary management oversight and approvals for successful completion
Manages the creation of standards and procedures to maintain production servers that run the operating system. Manages the installation, configuration, and maintenance of operating systems and utility software
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
Extensive experience with Microsoft technologies (Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, Office 365, Azure)
Strong understanding of cloud platforms, especially Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
Knowledge of automation, scripting (PowerShell), system integration, and virtualization technologies (Hyper-V, VMware)
Hands-on experience with cloud migration, performance optimization, backup and disaster recovery solutions
Proficiency in monitoring, security, and compliance practices within cloud environments
Familiarity with networking concepts, including VPNs, firewalls, and multi-site connectivity
Advanced PowerShell scripting and automation proficiency
Strong technical leadership and mentoring skills
Knowledge of modern security and compliance frameworks
Strategic thinker able to translate goals into actionable plans
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams
Work effectively in a hybrid on-prem/cloud ecosystem
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop technical teams
Strong project management skills, delivering complex cloud and infrastructure solutions on time and within budget
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Proven track record of collaborating across departments to deliver business-driven technology solutions
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Benefits
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
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University of Chicago
One of the world’s great intellectual destinations, the University of Chicago empowers scholars and students to ask tough questions, cross disciplinary boundaries, and challenge conventional thinking to enrich human life around the globe.
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