Senior Director – IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity

Codexis, Inc.

. Define and maintain a forward-looking infrastructure roadmap covering network, cloud, server, storage, endpoint and application infrastructure.

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRedwood City • California • United StatesSenior💰 $270,000 - $290,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading infrastructure strategy and operations across networks, cloud, servers, storage, and application infrastructure, with a strong focus on cybersecurity, AI governance, and vendor management. Proven ability to translate business requirements into actionable infrastructure architecture and roadmaps while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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Microsoft Azure ManagementInfrastructure Strategy LeadershipCybersecurity GovernanceAI Risk ManagementVendor Negotiation

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Hard Skills

Infrastructure ArchitectureCloud Infrastructure ManagementData ProtectionIdentity ManagementVulnerability ManagementService RestorationCapacity PlanningPerformance MetricsAI Platform GovernanceDisaster Recovery

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCoachingCommunicationPerformance ManagementStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365Microsoft IntuneMicrosoft PurviewPower PlatformCopilot StudioManaged Security Service Provider

Certifications & Qualifications

Cloud CertificationCybersecurity CertificationEnterprise Architecture CertificationService Management CertificationNetworking Certification

Industry Keywords

BiotechnologyLife SciencesLaboratoryManufacturingRegulated Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and maintain a forward-looking infrastructure roadmap covering network, cloud, server, storage, endpoint and application infrastructure.
Oversee availability, performance, capacity, lifecycle and accountability for infrastructure and end-user services.
Set team priorities and work allocation, coach employees and partners, contribute to performance discussions, clarify roles and build capabilities.
Oversee infrastructure vendors and service providers; contribute to contracts, budgets, risk communications and investment recommendations.
Direct network architecture and management, including connectivity, segmentation, remote access, perimeter services and protection of critical environments.
Lead Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 cloud architecture and management, including identity, endpoint and security dependencies.
Establish architecture, platform patterns, environment controls, integration standards, capacity planning, observability and support models for enterprise AI services and agent platforms.
Govern AI agent intake, risk-tiering, development, testing, approval, publishing, change, monitoring, reassignment and retirement.
Develop and enforce AI data classification, least-privilege access, approved data-source and connector controls, retention, privacy, intellectual-property, auditability and data-loss-prevention requirements.
Coordinate AI threat modeling, security reviews, identity and secrets management, vulnerability management, logging, incident response and business continuity.
Guide endpoint, server and storage architecture, standards, lifecycle planning and operational performance.
Partner with application owners and business teams to deliver secure, supportable and scalable infrastructure for enterprise and scientific applications.
Provide cybersecurity leadership and oversee Managed Security Service Provider services.
Direct response to significant infrastructure or security incidents, investigations, restoration and corrective actions.
Maintain architecture standards, service documentation, asset visibility, technology roadmaps and performance metrics.
Translate technical options, constraints and risks into recommendations for executives and cross-functional leaders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience leading infrastructure strategy and operations across multiple domains such as networks, cloud, servers, storage, endpoints and application infrastructure.
Experience translating business requirements into infrastructure architecture, roadmaps, standards and prioritized investments.
Experience leading teams and external service providers, including work allocation, coaching, performance input and capability development.
Experience managing Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 infrastructure or comparable enterprise cloud and productivity platforms.
Experience with Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Purview, identity protection, AI security controls or adjacent Microsoft security capabilities.
Experience with Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, agent administration, Power Platform governance, AI risk-management frameworks or comparable enterprise AI platforms and controls.
Experience directing major incidents, technical investigations, service restoration and durable corrective actions.
Experience defining and integrating cybersecurity, identity, vulnerability management, data protection, business continuity and disaster recovery requirements into infrastructure decisions.
Experience communicating technical risk, service performance and investment recommendations to senior business and technology stakeholders.
A combination of education and experience appropriate to the role, such as a bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
15+ years of related experience.
Experience supporting infrastructure in a biotechnology, life sciences, laboratory, manufacturing or other regulated environment.
Experience with formal architecture, service management, risk or cybersecurity frameworks and controls.
Experience modernizing hybrid infrastructure, increasing automation, improving observability or advancing cloud operating models.
Relevant certifications in cloud, networking, infrastructure, service management, cybersecurity or enterprise architecture.
Experience with vendor negotiations, financial planning and lifecycle-based technology investment.
Experience governing enterprise AI platforms or automation solutions, including data access, identity, connectors, lifecycle controls, monitoring, security review and cross-functional risk decisions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Basic Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401k with Company Match up to 4%
Company Equity
Generous Paid Time Off including 18 Company Holidays (with a summer and winter shutdown), Vacation, and Wellness Time
Annual Lifestyle Account for reimbursement of fitness programs, equipment and more
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Commuter/Parking, Dependent Care & Healthcare)
Student Debt Program (Company Contribution to Loans)
Mental Health Wellness Program
Subsidized onsite lunch program
Onsite Gym Facilities
Paid Parental Leave