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Program Manager – Data

Center Infrastructure

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Program Manager to lead the delivery of complex Data Center infrastructure projects from initial development through successful implementation. This hybrid role is based in Pennsylvania, offering the flexibility of remote work combined with travel to high-impact project sites across the United States.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Program Support

• Develop and maintain comprehensive program roadmaps and master schedules.
• Coordinate interdependencies across workstreams (site development, power, cooling, network, computing).
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and communication.
• Use KPIs and dashboards to monitor program health.
• Develop milestone-driven project schedules using critical path and resource planning.
• Maintain robust Program Management plans, detailed scopes, engineering designs, and construction specifications.

Multi-Project Coordination

• Manage integration between concurrent project streams.
• Coordinate resource allocation and optimize project efficiency.
• Support vendor and contractor coordination.
• Ensure consistent standards and methodologies across projects.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Maintain engagement matrices and structured communication schedules to ensure transparency and alignment.
• Prepare and distribute executive dashboards and status reports.
• Coordinate client meetings, reviews, and milestone presentations.
• Manage escalations and regulatory communications.

Planning & Analysis Support

• Support budget consolidation and financial tracking.
• Develop work breakdown structures (WBS) and activity sequencing.
• Conduct schedule analysis and provide recommendations for timeline optimization to mitigate schedule risk.
• Assist in procurement planning and feasibility studies.
• Maintain centralized documentation and knowledge repositories.

Quality & Risk Management

• Coordinate quality assurance activities and quality control protocols.
• Assist in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures within the organization and industry best practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
• Manage project risks and conduct testing/commissioning.
• Execute change control with impact assessments.
• Maintain risk registers, QA/QC logs, and audit documentation.

Technology & Systems Integration

• Coordinate integration of BMS, DCIM, and security platforms.
• Support AI and network infrastructure deployment to meet project goals and technical requirements.
• Implement asset management and software integration systems.

Operational Transition Support

• Develop operational readiness assessments to ensure operational transition occurs smoothly.
• Support training and documentation handover to operational teams.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and lessons learned.
• Coordinate transition planning to operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's in Engineering, Energy, IT, or related technical field.
• 5–8 years in program/project management; 3+ in technology or related infrastructure support.
• Prior experience with large-scale construction or critical infrastructure projects, such as data centers, is highly desirable.
• Preferred certifications: PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2.
• Experience with project tools (Primavera, MS Project).
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and risk strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate across engineering, procurement, construction, operations, and maintenance disciplines.

Technical & Domain Expertise

• Strong understanding of data center and energy infrastructure systems.
• Experience with lifecycle project delivery and EPC coordination. Conceptual design, permitting, buildout, commissioning, and handover.
• Knowledge of PMO governance, permitting, and compliance.
• Experience in vendor management, third-party contractors, OEMs and service providers.
• Tool proficiency: MS Project, Smartsheet, reporting dashboards such as Power BI.
• Familiarity with AI infrastructure and HPC environments.

Professional Skills & Competencies

• Analytical, proactive, and organized problem-solver.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Adaptable, collaborative, and composed under pressure.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and planning/reporting tools.
• Self-motivated with high attention to detail and integrity.

Working Environment & Travel Requirements

• Hybrid work model with headquarters in Reading, PA
• Approximately 20% travel required to project sites and client locations across the United States.
• Active construction and operational environments (construction, utilities).
• Flexible work hours to meet dynamic demands.
• Extended hours may be required during key project milestones, delivery phases, and issue resolution periods.
• Flexibility to meet dynamic project demands and evolving client needs.

Career Development

• Direct mentorship from senior professionals.
• Hands-on with cutting-edge infrastructure and AI technologies.
• Defined Career path to Senior PM or Program Director roles.
• Support for certifications and continuing education.
• Enjoy cross-functional exposure to a variety of data center projects, engineering challenges, and operational support.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Performance-based bonuses tied to program and organizational success.
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match).
• Flexible Personal Time Off and Vacation Policy
• Parental leave, disability, military leave support.
• Support for continuing education and professional certifications.
• Collaborative and mission-driven workplace culture emphasizing innovation and sustainability.
• Opportunities for performance-based advancement and career growth

Nuclei Data LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in our employment practices.

Assistant Program Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated Assistant Program Manager to support the successful execution of complex infrastructure and energy projects across the U.S. This hybrid role is based in Pennsylvania and involves coordinating with project stakeholders, maintaining documentation, and supporting program operations from initiation through delivery.

As a vital member of the program delivery team, you will work closely with Program Managers and cross-functional leads to ensure smooth coordination, schedule alignment, and timely reporting across multiple concurrent project workstreams. This position is ideal for professionals seeking to develop their skills in infrastructure program management, with a clear path to advancement into a Program Manager role.

If you have a solid foundation in project coordination, a passion for infrastructure and sustainability, and a desire to grow into a leadership role—this opportunity will provide the mentorship, training, and exposure needed to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Program Coordination & Support

• Maintain and update program schedules, trackers, and documentation libraries.
• Support the development and tracking of programming roadmaps and key deliverables.
• Monitor task completion and follow up with responsible stakeholders to ensure timelines are met.
• Assist in the coordination of interdependence across project streams, including site development, power, cooling, and technology integration.
• Prepare weekly updates and reports to support Program Manager oversight.

Documentation Management

• Maintain accurate and organized documentation including meeting minutes, decision logs, action items, and status reports.
• Support the creation and distribution of project dashboards and performance summaries.
• Assist with document control and ensure version accuracy for plans, schedules, and communications.
• Facilitate meeting logistics, agenda preparation, and stakeholder communications.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Assist in managing stakeholder contact lists and communication schedules.
• Support coordination of stakeholder meetings, client check-ins, and review sessions.
• Ensure effective follow-through on stakeholder feedback and requests.
• Help prepare materials for executive updates and project presentations.

Quality & Compliance Support

• Assist with compliance tracking and coordination of internal reviews.
• Support audit preparation activities and documentation collation.
• Help ensure all deliverables adhere to program quality standards and regulatory guidelines.

Technology & Systems Integration

• Use project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet) to support schedule tracking and updates.
• Maintain shared documentation platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Teams) and ensure accessibility.
• Support technology integration and testing coordination for new platforms and tools.

Operational & Handover Preparation

• Support preparation for project closeout and operational handoff.
• Assist with documentation compilation and delivery to operations teams.
• Participate in lessons learned workshops and knowledge sharing sessions.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Energy, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in a project coordination, administrative, or analyst role.
• Exposure to construction, energy, or infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
• Interest in pursuing PMP, CAPM, or similar project management certifications.

Technical & Domain Knowledge

• Basic understanding of infrastructure or energy systems is desirable.
• Familiarity with data center environments, utilities, or engineering workflows is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience using project management software such as Smartsheet, MS Project, or similar tools.
• Comfort working with documentation platforms like SharePoint, Teams, or Confluence.

Professional Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive and resourceful approach.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a high-performing infrastructure program team.

Working Conditions

• Remote work environment with flexibility for occasional client meetings and team collaboration.
• Travel required for technology implementations, vendor meetings, and client engagements (approximately 15-20%).
• Must maintain secure home office environment suitable for handling confidential client data.
• Occasional evening and weekend work during system implementations and maintenance windows.
• On-call availability for critical system issues and security incidents.
• Comfortable with fast-paced consulting environment requiring rapid technology decision-making.

Career Development

• Direct mentorship from senior professionals.
• Hands-on with cutting-edge infrastructure and AI technologies.
• Defined Career path to Senior PM or Program Director roles.
• Support for certifications and continuing education.
• Enjoy cross-functional exposure to a variety of data center projects, engineering challenges, and operational support.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Performance-based bonuses tied to program and organizational success.
• Flexible Personal Time Off and Vacation Policy
• Parental leave, disability, and military leave support.
• Support for continuing education and professional certifications.
• Collaborative and mission-driven workplace culture emphasizing innovation and sustainability.
• Opportunities for performance-based advancement and career growth.
• Comprehensive benefits – medical, dental, vision.

Nuclei Data LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in our employment practices

Structures Division, a division of the H&K Group, Inc. is looking for a Concrete Paving Foreperson to train and direct activities of the crew in heavy civil and highway construction projects.

Why work for H&K Group, Inc.?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
• Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more
• Company provided vehicle to meet job responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all work according to OSHA and H&K Safety policies
• Reads blueprints and job-related documents to properly plan work
• Records daily events in job diary
• Schedules materials, equipment, and work for the crew
• Develops crew SIP's and submits to site Foreperson
• Tracks daily quantities and submits to site Foreperson
• Conducts daily huddles with crew to establish daily production goals and ensures all members of crew know and buy into the plan for the day
• Communicates goals and purposes effectively. Lead and demonstrate by example
• Influences and enforces company values. Recognizes misalignments with company values and culture and rectifies
• Proactively trains and mentors crew members to enhance their skills and knowledge
• Communicates with customer representatives and inspectors in a courteously and professionally
• Performs all other duties of crew members as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills, Education, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university OR one year of related experience and/or training
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Working knowledge and ability to safety and efficiently understand and direct carpentry crew
• Ability to read blueprints and job-related documents
• Ability to operate surveying instrument, shoot elevations and straight lines
• Experience with pile driving and drilling equipment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Problem solving
• Basic computer skills including internet, email, and the use of digital cameras for work documentation
• Driver's license and clean driving record
• Ability to travel as required for projects
• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

• 2 years of relevant experience and/or training
• Experience operating heavy equipment used in highway construction
• Supervisory experience
• OSHA or other relevant safety certifications

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch or crawl
• Use hands to finger, handle, feel; reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear
• Occasionally required to sit
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and high, precarious places
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles
• Noise level is usually moderate

H&K's Structures Division key difference is our customized, value engineered approach to your project. We specialize in providing value engineering and utilizing the latest technology to address the difficult commercial site problems where hills, slopes, cuts, fills, wetlands and additional space are critical elements in development. We do this with the best geotechnical engineering possible, National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) certified installers and a dedicated management team.

The H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for over 50 years.

Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K's strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.

This position may have the opportunity to work on prevailing wage projects. Prevailing wage work is not guaranteed. Final determination on pay will be made by company leadership consistent with the scope of work and considering the candidates' education, experience, skills, past performance, demonstrated leadership, and influence.

H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)

Pre-employment Physical

100% Company-Paid Health Benefits!

Senior Program Manager – Data Center Infrastructure

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Program Manager to lead and oversee complex infrastructure and energy projects at a national scale. This hybrid role is based in Pennsylvania and involves guiding multiple project teams, driving cross-functional collaboration, and delivering mission-critical programs with a focus on innovative energy and data center infrastructure.

As a senior leader in our program management office, you will set strategic direction, ensure operational excellence, and mentor Program Managers and Administrators. This position demands a visionary leader passionate about infrastructure innovation, sustainability, and building the future of digital and energy infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale infrastructure programs across multiple states and diverse energy projects.
• Develop and manage integrated program roadmaps, master schedules, and delivery frameworks that synchronize engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) workstreams.
• Define program governance frameworks, processes, and best practices to ensure consistency and high performance across projects.
• Develop and monitor comprehensive budgets with detailed CAPEX/OPEX allocations, incorporating contingency reserves and scenario planning.
• Drive program-level risk management, proactively identifying challenges and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Oversee resource planning and allocation to optimize capacity and maximize outcomes across teams.
• Develop and maintain executive-level reporting, dashboards, and communication channels to inform stakeholders and senior leadership.

Team Development & Mentorship

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development to Program Managers and Program Administrators.
• Foster a high-performing, collaborative culture aligned with organizational values and strategic goals.
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation in program management methodologies and tools.
• Contribute to strategic planning sessions with executive team members.
• Stakeholder & Partner Engagement
• Build and sustain strong relationships with clients, regulatory bodies, vendors, and internal teams.
• Lead negotiations, escalate issues as needed, and facilitate resolution to maintain program momentum and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Represent the organization at industry forums, regulatory meetings, and external partnerships.

Quality & Risk Management

• Own risk management framework across large-scale programs, leading early identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and contingency development.
• Facilitate risk identification workshops and maintain comprehensive risk registers to support proactive issue resolution and informed decision-making.
• Lead compliance initiatives across environmental, safety, and regulatory domains at local, state, and federal levels, ensuring continuous alignment with evolving legal and industry standards.
• Champion enterprise-wide quality assurance by establishing program-specific standards, control mechanisms, and testing procedures—particularly for complex data center and infrastructure environments.
• Ensure all program deliverables meet or exceed established performance metrics, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder expectations, maintaining audit-readiness and accountability throughout execution.

Financial & Operational Excellence

• Manage program budgets, forecasts, and financial performance to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Oversee contract management, procurement processes, and vendor performance for key projects.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and safety protocols across all programs.

Innovation & Strategic Growth

• Champion integration of emerging technologies, renewable energy solutions, and AI infrastructure within program delivery.
• Identify opportunities for growth, process optimization, and operational efficiency at the program and portfolio levels.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Energy Management, or related technical field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in program management, with 5+ years in leadership roles managing large-scale infrastructure or energy programs.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, multi-million-dollar projects with cross-functional teams.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), or equivalent certification preferred.

Technical & Domain Expertise

• Deep expertise in data center infrastructure, energy systems (electricity, natural gas, liquid fuels, RNG), and critical infrastructure development.
• Experience with High-performance computing environments or next-gen data platforms at scale is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of project management frameworks, enterprise scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project), and financial management.
• Experience with regulatory compliance, permitting, and risk management in energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Familiarity with AI infrastructure and cutting-edge digital technologies is a strong plus.
• Proven ability to coordinate across OEMs, EPCs, utilities, and regulatory agencies to ensure integrated delivery and compliance.
• Proficient in building management systems (BMS) and data center infrastructure management (DCIM) platforms to support operational visibility and efficiency.
• Committed to sustainability and energy efficiency, with experience implementing best practices to reduce environmental impact and optimize lifecycle performance.

Professional Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional strategic thinking, decision-making, and leadership capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead through influence and foster collaboration in matrixed and diverse teams.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making and performance metrics.
• Resilient and adaptable to fast-paced, evolving project environments.

Working Environment & Travel Requirements

• Hybrid work model based in Reading, PA, with flexibility for remote work.
• Travel approximately 25% to project sites, client offices, and industry events across the U.S.
• Work in dynamic infrastructure environments, including construction sites and utilities.
• Standard business hours, with occasional extended hours during key project phases.

Career Development

• Leadership opportunities to shape program strategy and organizational growth.
• Hands-on with cutting-edge infrastructure and AI technologies.
• Access to advanced professional development, certifications, and industry conferences.
• Mentorship from senior executives and cross-functional exposure to technology and operations.
• Potential path to executive roles based on performance and impact.\
• Enjoy cross-functional exposure to a variety of data center projects, engineering challenges, and operational support.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive executive-level salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Performance-based bonuses tied to program and organizational success.
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match).
• Flexible Personal Time Off and Vacation Policy
• Parental leave, disability, military leave support.
• Support for continuing education and professional certifications.
• Collaborative and mission-driven workplace culture emphasizing innovation and sustainability.
• Opportunities for performance-based advancement and career growth

Nuclei Data LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in our employment practices.

Birdsboro Quarry, a division of H&K Group, Inc., is looking for a Bulldozer Operator! Experience with D8-D9 is not required but definitely a plus! The ideal candidate is energetic, motivated, experienced, and carries out work safely.

Why work for H&K Group, Inc.?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
• Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Performs all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policies
• Perform pre and post trip of equipment every day and fill out daily inspection sheets
• Starts engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, and turns steering wheel/moves joysticks/levers to operate bulldozer
• Provide excellent customer service to all customers on site
• Maintains haul roads that are smooth and safe
• Keep stockpiles properly bermed and maintained
• Ensure product is blended correctly
• Performs routine maintenance on equipment such as lubricating and cleaning
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills, Education, and Experience

• One-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school OR six months of related experience and/or training
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Able to pass practical skills test for excavators and loaders
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Problem solving
• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

 Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

• Two years of related experience and/or training
• Experience and practical skills for other heavy equipment
  • Strong preference for experience and practical skills with a 330 excavator with hammer and loader
• Experience working in heavy civil construction, road construction, or quarries
• OSHA or other relevant safety certifications

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to
  • Sit
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Talk or hear
• Occasionally required to
  • Stand, walk, climb, and balance
  • Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities include distance, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus 

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to
  • Outside weather conditions
  • Vibration
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Noise level is usually loud

H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for 50 years.

Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K’s strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.

Final determination on pay will be made by company leadership consistent with the scope of work and considering the candidates’ education, experience, skills, past performance, demonstrated leadership, and influence.

H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)

Pre-employment Physical

100% Company-Paid Health Benefits!

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*At Securian Financial the internal position title is Infrastructure Dir."

Mission

"To lead the engineering discipline that ensures Securian's technology platforms and cloud services are built and operated with uncompromising resilience, performance, and quality. This role drives the design and automation of fault-tolerant, high-availability architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP-ensuring the enterprise meets resiliency, scalability, and efficiency expectations at every layer of technology."

Positioning

The Director of Resilience Engineering and Quality Leader is both a strategic peer and technical counterpart to the Infrastructure & Reliability Engineering Leader.

This role provides bench depth and succession coverage for REO's most technically complex domains while driving innovation in reliability, resilience, and performance practices.

• Strategic influence: Shapes cloud reliability, quality engineering, and resilience strategy across REO and Architecture domains.

• Operational authority: Leads Sr. Managers and Managers who own the execution of quality, resilience, and performance engineering capabilities.

• Enterprise collaboration: Works hand-in-hand with Technology, Solution, Business, Data, and Enterprise Architects to embed reliability and resilience as core architecture principles.

Scope of Accountability

Resilience Engineering & Cloud Reliability

• Architect and validate fault-tolerant, regionally resilient architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

• Own resilience automation, chaos testing, and IaC-based recovery validation.

• Lead cross-cloud reliability design reviews and failure-mode analyses for critical systems.

Quality Engineering & Continuous Testing

• Define enterprise-wide quality engineering strategy integrated into CI/CD pipelines.

• Drive automation-first testing (functional, non-functional, performance, resilience).

• Embed observability-driven quality validation and contract testing across services.

Performance, Capacity & Efficiency Engineering

• Oversee predictive capacity planning, scaling automation, and cost/efficiency optimization (FinOps/GreenOps).

• Partner with Platform & Infrastructure teams to tune performance across application and platform layers.

• Measure and report on performance SLIs/SLAs aligned to REO's Reliability Metrics framework.

Cross-Domain Architecture Collaboration

• Partner with Enterprise Architects to codify resilience and reliability standards in technology blueprints.

• Collaborate with Technology & Solution Architects to design service reliability into delivery architectures.

• Engage Data Architects for data resilience, replication, and pipeline reliability.

• Work with Business Architects to align technical reliability goals with critical business outcomes.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead a team of Sr. Managers and Managers, fostering a high-performance, hands-on engineering culture.

• Build and mentor top-tier technical talent in cloud reliability, resilience, and quality automation.

• Partner with HR and REO Enablement to develop succession plans and technical competency frameworks.

Core Technical Competencies

• AWS (primary) - Multi-account design, HA architecture, region failover, resilience automation, Terraform/CDK/CloudFormation.

• Azure & GCP (secondary) - Compute, networking, and reliability constructs; hybrid cloud design and failover integration.

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) - Deep proficiency in Terraform, policy-as-code (OPA/Conftest), drift detection, pipeline integration.

• Reliability & Chaos Engineering - AWS Fault Injection Simulator, Gremlin, steady-state hypothesis design.

• Observability & Quality Automation - OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, CloudWatch, K6, Gatling; CI/CD quality gates and dashboards.

• Performance Engineering - Load, stress, and soak testing automation; performance profiling and SLO alignment.

• Disaster Recovery Automation - Cross-region orchestration, IaC-driven DR runs, replication validation.

• FinOps/GreenOps - Cloud cost and efficiency automation, carbon-aware scaling policies.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Technical Leadership: Operates at the intersection of deep engineering and executive strategy.

• Multi-Domain Collaborator: Integrates reliability and resilience across architecture, operations, and business domains.

• Talent Multiplier: Develops and empowers senior managers, fostering engineering mastery and innovation.

• Credible Technical Authority: Trusted peer to Infrastructure & Reliability Engineering; capable of leading architecture reviews and executive briefings.

• Change Champion: Drives transformation of reliability practices across platforms, pipelines, and teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• 12+ years in cloud engineering, reliability, or platform leadership roles.

• 5+ years leading Sr. Managers/Managers in technical domains.

• Proven expertise across AWS, with working knowledge of Azure and GCP.

• Experience with multi-cloud governance, DR design, IaC at scale, and reliability automation.

• Strong understanding of observability, SRE principles, and REO/ITIL-aligned reliability frameworks.

• Certifications:

  • Required: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional

  • Preferred: AWS DevOps Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect

Success Metrics

• 99.9% availability maintained for Tier-1 workloads.

• 100% coverage of DR automation for Tier-1 services.

• 25% annual increase in automated quality/test coverage.

• 15% annual improvement in resource efficiency and cost performance.

• Documented resilience participation across all enterprise architecture blueprints.

• Positive "technical peer readiness" and succession rating from Head of REO.

Summary Value Proposition

This Director role blends deep AWS reliability engineering expertise, multi-cloud technical breadth, and leadership scale.

It ensures REO maintains both technical depth and leadership redundancy, and it strengthens the bridge between engineering execution and enterprise architecture alignment.

#LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you're in a commutable distance (90 minutes), you'll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job - it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what's important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.

• Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability

• Pride at Securian Financial

• Securian Young Professionals Network

• Securian Multicultural Network

• Securian Women and Allies Network

• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian's benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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*At Securian Financial the internal position title isEngineering Senior Analyst or Engineering Consultant. The title and salary will be determined based on experience and applied skills.*

Position Summary:

Are you a hands-on engineer who enjoys designing, building, and supporting modern communication platforms? Do you like solving complex problems and working with teams that move quickly from idea to delivery? This role offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact.

As a member of the Telephony and Contact Center Technologies team, you will design, engineer, implement, and support Securian's enterprise telephony and contact center platforms. This role is focused on delivering secure, scalable, cloud-first communication solutions using RingCentral, NiCE CXone, and Cyara.

You will work closely with Contact Center Operations, Agile delivery teams, and technology partners to continuously improve customer and associate experiences across the enterprise.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Design, engineer, implement, and support enterprise UCaaS and CCaaS platforms

• Provide daily operational support for cloud-based telephony, unified communications, SIP services, and IVR solutions

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience engineering and supporting cloud-based telephony or contact center platforms

• Strong understanding of VoIP technologies, SIP, and call routing concepts

• RingCentral and RingCentral Contact Center engineering

• NiCE inContact / CXone administration and development

• Cyara or similar modern telephony orchestration platforms

• Experience designing and supporting UCaaS and CCaaS (including IVRs and contact center workflows) solutions in large enterprise environments

• Solid knowledge of networking concepts related to real-time communications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supporting remote contact center agents

• REST API integrations and automation

• Scripting using PowerShell or Python

• Workforce management, call recording, or speech technologies

• PSTN carrier and phone number lifecycle management

This role plays a critical part in modernizing Securian's communication platforms and ensuring reliable, scalable experiences for customers and associates. You will have the opportunity to influence technical direction and deliver compelling solutions that matter.

#LI-Hybrid**This position willhave a hybrid working arrangement.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. Ifyou'reina commutable distance (90 minutes)you'lljoin us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job - it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what's important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.

• Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability

• Pride at Securian Financial

• Securian Young Professionals Network

• Securian Multicultural Network

• Securian Women and Allies Network

• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian's benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at , by telephone (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).

To view our privacy statement click here

To view our legal statement click here