5+ years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure management
Proficient with Windows Server and VMware environments
Experience managing backup and recovery solutions, particularly with Veeam
Operational knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Azure platforms
Familiar with enterprise storage systems (SAN/NAS)
Experience working directly with MSPs/MSSPs for governance and SLA management
Demonstrated ability to lead in a multi-location infrastructure setup
Responsibilities
Stabilize and improve core IT infrastructure operations on-site
Oversee and manage on-premises and hybrid Microsoft platforms
Partner with multiple MSPs/MSSPs to ensure effective delivery and governance
Implement strategies to reduce technical debt and operational risks
Define a practical phased roadmap for infrastructure development
Benefits
Full-time employment with a focus on work-life balance
Opportunities for hands-on leadership and development in a modern environment
Collaborative work with multiple Managed Service Providers
Participation in a strategic overhaul of IT operations
Potential for travel and exposure across different locations
Full Job Description
Job Description Location: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX (primary) Travel: ~10% to Monett, MO and Lewisburg, TN Employment Type: Full-time Environment: Manufacturing Multi-plant MSP-supported
Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Infrastructure Leader (player-coach) to stabilize and modernize our IT infrastructure across a multi-plant manufacturing environment. This role owns on-premises and hybrid Microsoft platforms, partners closely with multiple MSPs/MSSPs, and drives measurable reduction of technical debt and operational risk-while setting a pragmatic, scalable infrastructure strategy.
Key outcomes
The successful candidate will:
Take a hands-on approach early to stabilize and improve core infrastructure operations.
Own and operate on-premises and hybrid Microsoft infrastructure (including governance, reliability, and performance).
Manage and partner with multiple MSPs/MSSPs, ensuring clear escalation paths and strong SLA delivery.
Reduce technical debt and operational risk through disciplined remediation and standards.
Define and execute infrastructure strategy with a practical, phased roadmap (avoiding unnecessary complexity).
This role is not
A pure cloud architect position
A network-only role
A helpdesk management role
Requirements
Requirements
Infrastructure & Platforms
Hands-on experience with:
Windows Server / Wintel environments (including legacy system remediation)
Firewalls, VPN, security tooling - coordination with SOC/XDR/SIEM partners
SQL Server administration (non-DBA) - able to collaborate with a DBA MSP
Cloud exposure (Azure, Microsoft 365) - hybrid-first mindset
BCDR strategy - planning, testing, confidence building
About Indigo
Indigo Agriculture is a company that focuses on developing microbial and digital technologies to improve crop yields and reduce the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Indigo Agriculture has developed a platform that uses machine learning algorithms to analyze data from soil, weather, and plant genetics to provide farmers with recommendations on how to optimize their crop yields. The company also produces microbial seed treatments that help plants to better absorb nutrients and resist disease. Indigo Agriculture has raised over $650 million in funding and has partnerships with over 10,000 farmers across the United States.
