Cloud, Infrastructure & Workplace Platforms Manager
Job Summary
The Manager Cloud Infrastructure & Workplace Platforms is accountable for the reliability security modernization and operational delivery of General Dynamics Mission Systems core technology platforms across Canada and the United Kingdom.
This role leads the teams responsible for cloud platforms server infrastructure virtualization storage backup and recovery Microsoft 365 services identity services enterprise compute and associated operational technologies. You will provide both technical leadership and people leadership while driving the organizations transition from legacy infrastructure toward a modern cloud-enabled operating model.
The successful candidate will be an execution-oriented leader with strong operational discipline capable of delivering stable services while simultaneously leading modernization initiatives across AWS Azure Microsoft 365 virtualization storage and hybrid infrastructure environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead enterprise infrastructure cloud compute virtualization storage data protection and Microsoft 365 operations.
- Ensure critical platforms are secure reliable resilient compliant and cost-effective.
- Oversee incident management service restoration disaster recovery capacity planning lifecycle management and continuous improvement.
- Drive cloud adoption workplace modernization automation Infrastructure-as-Code monitoring and platform governance.
- Establish operational standards service-level metrics KPIs and audit-ready controls.
- Lead and develop a high-performing team while managing recruitment performance workforce planning and talent development.
- Manage infrastructure budgets vendor performance contracts business cases and technology investment decisions.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Engineering or related field.
- 10 years of progressive IT infrastructure experience.
- 5 years in a leadership role managing technical teams.
- Demonstrated experience leading enterprise infrastructure environments within complex organizations.
- Strong experience managing AWS and Azure platforms.
- Strong experience managing Microsoft 365 services.
- Strong experience managing VMware environments.
- Experience managing enterprise SAN and NAS environments.
- Experience with backup disaster recovery and business continuity programs.
- Experience working within highly regulated or security-sensitive environments.
- Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferred.
Technical Experience and areas of focus:
- Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS Azure hybrid cloud architecture cloud security and governance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and cloud cost management
- Infrastructure: VMware Windows Server Linux Active Directory/Entra ID DNS/DHCP enterprise monitoring and infrastructure management
- Storage Backup & Disaster Recovery: SAN/NAS technologies enterprise backup and recovery data replication and disaster recovery platforms
- Exchange Online Microsoft Teams SharePoint Online OneDrive Entra ID Intune and Microsoft Defender
- Automation & DevOps: PowerShell Terraform Ansible CI/CD and platform automation
It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.
Additional Information :
The hiring range for this position is $120000 - $160000 CAD annually. This role is eligible for a management incentive plan. Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications including:
- Relevant experience
- Technical and non-technical skills
- Education and certifications
Benefits
As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission SystemsCanada youll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:
- Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost) including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance and 24/7 virtual care services.
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) onsite fitness facilities and employee resource groups.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months RRSP access from day one and financial planning support.
- Flexible time off including vacation holidays parental leaves with top-up options sick leave and disability programs.
- Career development through learning platforms educational assistance mentoring and reimbursement of professional memberships.
- Additional perks such as employee discounts free onsite parking social clubs and an annual scholarship program for employees children.
Why join us
- Purposeful Innovation: Youll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. Youll apply advanced thinking design expertise and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. Youll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity new ideas and modern solutions.
- Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives experiences and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite overcome challenges and deliver the world-class quality were known for. Here we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued respected and empowered.
- Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support professional certifications and continuous training youll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas broaden your skillset and expand your network. Youll be working on high-profile impactful projects that challenge your skills expand your expertise and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.
Accommodation
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Closing Date
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
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