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This includes compute, storage, virtualization, Windows and Linux platforms, backup and disaster recovery, core infrastructure services, PLM infrastructure, and infrastructure supporting offices, labs, manufacturing facilities, and data centers. This leader will ensure that hybrid infrastructure services remain reliable, secure, scalable, and operationally mature as Shield AI grows. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Cloud & Infrastructure, this role partners closely with Cloud Platform, Network, Cybersecurity, Facilities, Service Delivery, Enterprise Technology Solutions, and engineering teams. The ideal candidate is an experienced people leader with broad infrastructure judgment and a strong record of delivering resilient services. 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