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Sr Cloud Infrastructure Manager

TEKsystems
$70.00 - $90.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
Feb 17, 2026
Description Reporting directly to the VP of IT, this role will serve as the hands-on operational lead for cloud infrastructure and enterprise technology environment. This is a highly technical leadership role combining AWS infrastructure ownership, Tier 3 escalation support, AI product rollout leadership, vendor management, and cloud financial oversight. The successful candidate will be both a strategic thought partner and an active technical contributor in a fast-paced, innovation-driven life sciences environment. Key Responsibilities Cloud & Infrastructure Operations * Own day-to-day AWS infrastructure operations, ensuring stability, uptime, and cost efficiency * Serve as the primary technical point of contact for cloud and infrastructure escalations * Lead application modernization efforts within AWS * Partner with external AWS vendors to support proof-of-concept initiatives and operational improvements * Oversee implementation of observability tools such as Datadog Enterprise Systems Administration * Provide Tier 3 support and serve as escalation point for O365, SSO, JumpCloud, networking, and endpoint security tools * Manage and support CrowdStrike, Arctic Wolf, Ignite, and related security platforms * Maintain overall enterprise systems stability and performance AI & Innovation Enablement * Oversee rollout of Generative AI capabilities across the organization * Act as a catalyst for identifying and supporting additional AI use cases across scientific and business teams * Partner with leadership on AI governance and operational enablement Financial & Vendor Management * Oversee AWS financial operations and cloud cost optimization * Manage vendor relationships * Support budget planning and forecasting for IT operations * Evaluate and manage outsourcing relationships where applicable Project & Cross-Functional Collaboration * Partner with internal colleagues to lead infrastructure and systems projects * Support implementation of observability and modernization initiatives * Coordinate closely with Enterprise Architecture and Cybersecurity leadership Team Structure * Reports directly to the VP of IT * Works closely with Enterprise Architecture and Security leadership * Acts as Lead technical escalation layer across infrastructure and cloud * May operate as a lead Manager or Associate Director level depending on experience Time Allocation (Approximate) * 50% AWS and infrastructure system administration * 15% Agile/Scrum and project coordination (Jira) * 15% Tier 3 escalation support * 10% Budgeting and vendor management * 10% Strategic initiatives including AI rollout Skills AWS, AI Deployment, system administrator, project planning, project management Top Skills Details AWS,AI Deployment,system administrator,project planning Additional Skills & Qualifications * Experience supporting R&D or scientific computing environments * Familiarity with regulated environments * Experience implementing observability tools such as Datadog This role will be hybrid working onsite Tuesday thru Thursday and Monday and Fridays remote. Experience Level Expert Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boston, MA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Boston,MA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.