Andersen Corporation
IT Manager Cloud Platform Engineering & Operations
Andersen Corporation, Oak Park Heights, Minnesota, United States
Overview
IT Manager Cloud Platform Engineering & Operations
at Andersen Corporation Andersen Corporation is the largest window and door manufacturer in North America, headquartered in Bayport, Minnesota. We are seeking a dynamic IT Manager to lead our Cloud Platform Engineering & Operations Team, responsible for strategy, design, development, implementation and operations of cloud infrastructure and platform services that support enterprise applications and development teams. The role requires strong leadership and deep technical expertise in cloud technologies and modern DevSecOps practices to ensure the platform is secure, scalable, reliable, and cost-effective, aligned with business objectives.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of cloud engineers, platform architects, and DevSecOps specialists.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Manage team performance, career development, and resource planning.
Deep technical expertise in public cloud services (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP), containerization (e.g., Kubernetes), and other cloud-native technologies.
Cloud Platform Strategy & Execution
Define and drive the strategic direction of the cloud platform, aligning with organizational goals.
Oversee architecture, design, and delivery of secure, scalable, and reliable cloud platform solutions.
Drive Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks.
Ensure platform reliability, security, and cost-efficiency.
Operational Excellence
Monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure performance, availability, and cost.
Implement security, observability, incident response, and change management best practices.
Create and implement a modern DevSecOps practice with automation and platform engineering mindset.
Ensure compliance with security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Oversee incident management and problem resolution for the cloud platform.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Partner with product owners, application teams, security, and other IT functions to align platform capabilities with business needs.
Communicate technical strategies and platform roadmaps to non-technical stakeholders.
Budget & Vendor Management
Manage cloud platform budgets, forecasts, and cost optimization initiatives.
Evaluate and manage relationships with cloud service providers and third-party vendors.
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or cloud engineering.
5+ years managing people within an IT enterprise.
Significant experience with Microsoft Azure; experience with IaC, CI/CD, and DevSecOps practices.
Strong understanding of databases, servers, storage, networking, security, and cloud architecture principles.
Strong understanding of Identity & Access Management.
Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage cross-functional projects; excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications such as Azure Administrator, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect.
Experience with FinOps, platform engineering, or internal developer platforms (IDPs).
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and ITIL practices.
Compensation Pay is based on factors including experience, education, location, and certifications. Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn between $108,941 and $168,859 per year. Specific compensation will be shared during the hiring process.
Culture and Benefits "Be Orange. Be You" reflects our commitment to embracing differences and empowering our team. Benefits include:
401(k) plan with employer contributions and company matching
Profit sharing
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
Flexible spending accounts and life insurance
Paid time off and holidays; paid maternity and parental leave
Dependent Care FSA; career growth planning
Profit Sharing In 2025 Andersen targets a profit sharing payout of $3,500 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Payouts are quarterly and tied to profit performance.
Visa Sponsorship We are not sponsoring work authorization for this position. If you obtain work authorization independently, consider applying.
Equal Opportunity Employer Andersen Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact TACompliance@andersencorp.com.
Posting City: Oak Park Heights, MN
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IT Manager Cloud Platform Engineering & Operations
at Andersen Corporation Andersen Corporation is the largest window and door manufacturer in North America, headquartered in Bayport, Minnesota. We are seeking a dynamic IT Manager to lead our Cloud Platform Engineering & Operations Team, responsible for strategy, design, development, implementation and operations of cloud infrastructure and platform services that support enterprise applications and development teams. The role requires strong leadership and deep technical expertise in cloud technologies and modern DevSecOps practices to ensure the platform is secure, scalable, reliable, and cost-effective, aligned with business objectives.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of cloud engineers, platform architects, and DevSecOps specialists.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Manage team performance, career development, and resource planning.
Deep technical expertise in public cloud services (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP), containerization (e.g., Kubernetes), and other cloud-native technologies.
Cloud Platform Strategy & Execution
Define and drive the strategic direction of the cloud platform, aligning with organizational goals.
Oversee architecture, design, and delivery of secure, scalable, and reliable cloud platform solutions.
Drive Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks.
Ensure platform reliability, security, and cost-efficiency.
Operational Excellence
Monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure performance, availability, and cost.
Implement security, observability, incident response, and change management best practices.
Create and implement a modern DevSecOps practice with automation and platform engineering mindset.
Ensure compliance with security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Oversee incident management and problem resolution for the cloud platform.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Partner with product owners, application teams, security, and other IT functions to align platform capabilities with business needs.
Communicate technical strategies and platform roadmaps to non-technical stakeholders.
Budget & Vendor Management
Manage cloud platform budgets, forecasts, and cost optimization initiatives.
Evaluate and manage relationships with cloud service providers and third-party vendors.
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or cloud engineering.
5+ years managing people within an IT enterprise.
Significant experience with Microsoft Azure; experience with IaC, CI/CD, and DevSecOps practices.
Strong understanding of databases, servers, storage, networking, security, and cloud architecture principles.
Strong understanding of Identity & Access Management.
Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage cross-functional projects; excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications such as Azure Administrator, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect.
Experience with FinOps, platform engineering, or internal developer platforms (IDPs).
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and ITIL practices.
Compensation Pay is based on factors including experience, education, location, and certifications. Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn between $108,941 and $168,859 per year. Specific compensation will be shared during the hiring process.
Culture and Benefits "Be Orange. Be You" reflects our commitment to embracing differences and empowering our team. Benefits include:
401(k) plan with employer contributions and company matching
Profit sharing
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
Flexible spending accounts and life insurance
Paid time off and holidays; paid maternity and parental leave
Dependent Care FSA; career growth planning
Profit Sharing In 2025 Andersen targets a profit sharing payout of $3,500 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Payouts are quarterly and tied to profit performance.
Visa Sponsorship We are not sponsoring work authorization for this position. If you obtain work authorization independently, consider applying.
Equal Opportunity Employer Andersen Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact TACompliance@andersencorp.com.
Posting City: Oak Park Heights, MN
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