Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Technology Officer (AVP/CTO), the Assistant Vice President for Information Technology for Infrastructure Services provides executive leadership to the teams responsible for Networking, Telephony, Data Center Operations, Compute and Storage, and System Administration. This position oversees strategies, operations, and budgets related to these core infrastructure services while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within these teams. The Assistant VP plays a critical role in transitioning infrastructure services from traditional operational support to becoming a strategic enabler of transformative technology initiatives across the University. By promoting standards, best practices, and sustainable technology solutions, the Assistant VP drives the adoption of cutting-edge infrastructure technologies that align with institutional priorities and objectives. Key responsibilities include developing a long-term vision for infrastructure services, championing strategies to enhance system reliability and performance, and fostering partnerships across the University to align infrastructure initiatives with business and academic needs. The Assistant VP actively engages with University leadership to identify and prioritize infrastructure projects that support Syracuse University's mission, ensuring seamless integration with enterprise-wide technology goals. The role emphasizes participation in professional organizations such as Educause, Internet2, and other industry forums to stay informed of emerging trends and innovations in higher education technology. Additionally, the Assistant VP cultivates strong vendor relationships to maximize the value of investments in infrastructure technologies. As a member of the ITS senior leadership team, the Assistant VP contributes to the development and promotion of ITS goals and strategies, ensuring alignment with Syracuse University’s mission and objectives. This position requires a forward-thinking leader with demonstrated experience in higher education IT governance, infrastructure strategy, budget management, vendor relationship management, and organizational strategic planning.