Vice President, Information Technology Infrastructure & Cloud Services

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We’re Hiring for a Vice President, Information Technology Infrastructure & Cloud Services!

If you are excited and passionate about helping #LetsSolveWater, consider joining our team today!  Xylem, Inc. is a leading global water technology company servicing more than 150 countries and is dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues.  We are looking for individuals to join our mission by exceeding customer expectations through smart sustainable solutions.  At Xylem, you will have the opportunity to solve water by participating in our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark!

THE ROLE: The Vice President, IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services serves as a key member of the Information Technology leadership team and is responsible for the selection, management and expansion of global IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, reporting to the Chief Information Officer.  This role is responsible for reviewing, implementing and monitoring all Infrastructure and Cloud Services for the company; leading the Information Technology strategy within assigned functional area; and leading the Infrastructure development of the platforms for the company.  This role is also responsible for talent development and matching IT resources and priorities to deliver needed technology strategies.  Coordinates across Xylem IT groups to resolve information technology issues, supports IT planning and provides enforcement of those standards.  This position is also responsible for overseeing all assigned Infrastructure certification, cloud platforms and management support functions within their group.

We offer a full benefits package to include Flexible Time Off (FTO) for salaried positions, health, dental, vision, investment savings plan, and additional miscellaneous benefits.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:  To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Select, organize, train, develop, and motivate a strong technical/team to assure high level of productivity, the best use of individual and group capabilities and appropriate career planning for all colleagues.
• Responsible for developing and implementing a global cloud strategy including the rationalization of existing data centers and clouds.
• Responsible for global operational maintenance of infrastructure according to cybersecurity standards and policies.
• Develop and recommend the department budget, monitor approved divisional budgets, note deviations, and initiate corrective actions in order to control costs and report on Information Technology performance and planning efforts.
• Review and recommend relevant policies and procedures and assure their complete implementation to insure operational control and regulatory compliance.
• Provide direction in the use of Information technology for the corporation in terms of evaluating new and/or enhanced technologies, review plans and activities with the Business Units, and approve Information Technology plans and projects across the company before funds are released or contracts are signed.
• Evaluate new technical developments and investments (hardware and software) that will advance enterprise objectives.  Apply ideas from other industries, situations, and companies to growth and market expansion.
• Provide leadership in utilization of Information Technology throughout the corporation.
• Manage the Infrastructure development / deployment, including key enterprise and divisional systems.  Also, assist the business in standardizing and modernizing data centers that support customer-based business applications.
• Manage and provide appropriate resources for the approved information and communications systems and projects.

Internal Control Responsibilities:

• Responsible for determining resource requirements, training needs, and internal control procedures that address relevant objectives.
• Make recommendations on controls, monitor the infrastructure with processes, and meet with senior management to report on the operation of internal control.
• Maintain the appropriate professional competencies and evaluate the capacity, staffing levels, and competency of colleagues.
• Accountable to senior management for responsibilities in internal control

QUALIFICATIONS**:**

• Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis in business, computer science, engineering or related field

• Ten years of IT professional level experience with a minimum of five years upper management experience in IT with multiple Infrastructure solutions, most predominately migrations to cloud and platform based offerings

• Must show a career track of progressive IT roles

• Experience should include roles in deploying business infrastructure and oversight of computer operations, computer hardware management and system design

• Significant experience working in a multi-cloud and hybrid environment

• Able to travel globally – approximately 20%

• Proven oral and written communication skills to clearly and concisely present information

• Familiarity/expertise in Lean methodologies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• Manufacturing experience and an understanding of manufacturing factory solutions

DAY IN THE LIFE**:**

In this role, the working environment is generally in an office setting and may be performed remotely.  The physical demands may include but are not limited to moving around in an office environment, frequent oral communication, close vision, and ability to operate office equipment.

SALARY:

The estimated salary range for this position is $240,000 to $330,000 plus bonus and equity.   Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range.  At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

At Xylem, we embrace diversity and strive to create avenues where employees feel valued and appreciated through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resources Groups (ERG).  Xylem is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace.  Xylem prohibits discrimination, harassment of any kind and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or sexual orientation (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, medical conditions or disability, genetic information, age, or other non-merit factors.

Join the global Xylem team today!  Xylem is a team creating advanced technology solutions to the world’s water challenges through developing new technologies and services that will improve the way water is used, conserved, and re-used in the future is central to our work. Our products and services move, treat, analyze, monitor, and return water to the environment, in public utility, industrial, residential, and commercial building services settings. Xylem also provides a leading portfolio of smart metering, network technologies and advanced analytics solutions for water, electric and gas utilities.

Disclaimer: The information listed within this job description is designed to indicate the general nature of work expected for this position and shall not be viewed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required in this position.  Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.  Xylem reserves the right to modify this job description or assign other duties to this position as needed.

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