Infrastructure & Security Manager - Military veterans preferred

2025-08-15
Coastal Pacific Food Distributors
Other

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  employee   contract


Richmond
Virginia
23219
United States

Coastal Pacific Food Distributors

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled

The Infrastructure & Security Manager specializes in managing enterprise-grade network infrastructures, Microsoft Windows Server environments, and virtual machine ecosystems. This role also includes leading a team of junior cybersecurity analysts, ensuring proactive threat defense, incident response, and compliance across the organization’s IT landscape. Annual salary range $110k to $122k.
Primary Roles & Responsibilities:
Network Administration
  • Design, configure, and maintain LAN/WAN infrastructure, including routers, switches, wireless systems, and firewalls.
  • Monitor network health, optimize performance, and troubleshoot connectivity issues using tools such as Wireshark, PRTG, or SolarWinds.
  • Manage DNS, DHCP, VLAN, and VPN systems in a secure and redundant environment.
  • Maintain secure configurations and access control lists (ACLs) on all networking equipment.
Microsoft Windows Server Management
  • Install, configure, and manage Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 systems (both physical and virtual).
  • Administer Active Directory, Group Policy, and enterprise authentication services.
  • Automate administrative tasks using PowerShell and other scripting tools.
  • Ensure system uptime, manage patching cycles, and implement robust backup/recovery procedures.
Virtualization & Cloud
  • Deploy, manage, and monitor virtual machines using VMware vSphere and/or Microsoft Hyper-V.
  • Oversee virtual infrastructure performance, storage usage, and capacity planning.
  • Support hybrid cloud environments and integrations with Azure Active Directory, Microsoft 365, or similar platforms.
Security Leadership & Operations
  • Lead a team of junior cybersecurity analysts, providing mentorship, task assignments, performance oversight, and career development in coordination with the CIO.
  • Oversee daily cybersecurity operations including monitoring alerts, analyzing threats, and coordinating incident responses.
  • Review and validate findings from tools such as Mimecast, Carbon Black, Cisco Umbrella, Tenable IO, and Verizon MDR.
  • Develop and maintain security documentation, playbooks, and escalation procedures in coordination with the CIO.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders on internal audits, security assessments, and compliance with standards such as NIST 800-171 and CMMC 2.0.
Cybersecurity Functions
  • Monitor security tools such as endpoint protection platforms, email security systems, and DNS filtering services.
  • Support vulnerability management tasks by tracking findings and ensuring endpoint remediation.
  • Respond to phishing simulations, user-reported incidents, and support awareness training initiatives.
  • Assist in incident detection and escalation by analyzing alerts and system logs.
  • Support IT compliance activities by documenting endpoint patching, software inventory, and policy exceptions.
  • Assist in the enforcement and communication of cybersecurity policies and best practices.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience accepted.
  • 5+ years in IT infrastructure and network/system administration, with at least 1–2 years leading security or IT teams.
  • Proficiency in:
    • Cisco and Cisco Meraki
    • Windows Server OS and Active Directory
    • Hyper-V virtualization
    • Security operations tools (SIEM, EDR, email security)
  • Strong knowledge of enterprise cybersecurity concepts and risk management.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • CCNA, MCSA/MCSE, Security+, CySA+, or CISSP (or working toward one)
  • ITIL or project management exposure a plus
Additional skills and/or areas of expertise:
  • Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
  • Ability to solve problems quickly and completely and work under tight timelines.
  • Ability to identify tasks which require automation and automate them.
  • Experience in documenting procedures and writing technical reports
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly across teams
  • Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein in support of the company.
  • Ability to work unusual hours as projects arise or when needed to troubleshoot an issue.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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