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IT Infrastructure & Data Management Director

Piper Companies, Raleigh, NC, United States

Overview


Piper Companies is seeking an IT Infrastructure & Data Management Director to lead IT operations, cloud modernization, and data strategy efforts for an organization within the capital equipment industry. The IT Infrastructure & Data Management Director will oversee core technology teams, strengthen global infrastructure, and drive data-focused innovation.



Responsibilities



  • Lead IT Help Desk, Software Engineering, Data, Commercial Systems, Corporate Systems, IT Security, and Software Support teams.

  • Ensure reliability, scalability, and security across global IT infrastructure.

  • Drive Azure cloud strategy, modernization, and optimization.

  • Guide data initiatives, analytics development, and data-driven business insights.

  • Partner with Sales, Marketing, R&D, and Finance to support growth through data.

  • Lead efforts to transform proprietary data into revenue‑generating offerings.

  • Implement best practices in cybersecurity, network management, and system administration.

  • Manage system integration, enterprise applications, and data governance.

  • Oversee IT budgets, project ROI, and vendor relationships.

  • Work onsite as needed to collaborate with teams and interface with edge environments.



Requirements



  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field; MBA is a plus.

  • 15+ years of IT infrastructure and data leadership, with 10+ years in senior roles.

  • Strong expertise in Azure cloud architecture and cloud modernization.

  • Experience leading cross-functional technology teams.

  • Deep knowledge of cybersecurity, system administration, and global data governance.

  • Strategic thinker with strong execution and communication skills.

  • Background supporting capital equipment or industrial organizations is a significant plus.

  • Familiarity with IoT/edge concepts helpful but not required.



Compensation



  • $180,000 - $200,000 base salary

  • Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday and Sick Leave if Required by Law.



Keywords: IT leadership, Azure, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, data strategy, data governance, capital equipment technology, enterprise systems, digital transformation, cloud modernization, IT operations, commercial systems, corporate systems



This job opens for applications on 3/13/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.



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