Information Technology Manager

Caterpillar Inc.

IT Manager leading Caterpillar’s enterprise AWS platform services and global cloud team. Driving secure, scalable cloud operations, governance, automation, and cost optimization.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeEast Peoria • Illinois, Tennessee, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $147,760 - $221,640 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing AWS Platform Services and leading diverse technical teams while ensuring cybersecurity and compliance. Proven ability to drive operational efficiency and strategic cloud initiatives through effective stakeholder relationships and innovative practices.

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AWS Platform ManagementCybersecurity ComplianceTeam LeadershipCloud CertificationStakeholder Relationship Building

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Hard Skills

AWS TechnologiesIT ArchitectureCybersecurityAutomationProcess ImprovementIncident ResponseRisk ReductionGovernanceVulnerability ManagementCloud Management Practices

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingDecision-MakingInterpersonal SkillsInfluencing

Certifications & Qualifications

AWS Cloud PractitionerAzure FundamentalsGCP Cloud Digital Leader

Industry Keywords

Enterprise Cloud AdoptionOperational EfficiencyCost OptimizationTalent DevelopmentChange Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityGoogle Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the AWS Platform Services team within the Enterprise Cloud Adoption team
Coach, guide, and facilitate the growth of a diverse technical work group
Develop collaborative relationships with business partners, suppliers, and information technology groups
Advocate for cloud technologies
Maintain cybersecurity and compliance controls for AWS technologies
Own delivery of secure, reliable, and scalable AWS solutions aligned with enterprise standards and business priorities
Direct platform operations, governance, security and vulnerability management, and automation across enterprise AWS environments
Partner on incident response, risk reduction, and strategic cloud initiatives
Drive cost optimization, operational efficiency, and process improvement through automation, reporting, and standardized cloud management practices
Manage and mentor a diverse global team, including workforce planning, talent development, and workstream prioritization
Guide crucial technical decisions related to products, processes, tools, and technologies
Maintain an organizational climate encouraging innovation, collaboration, commitment, and business success

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or equivalent experience
Demonstrated experience supporting and delivering results within complex, enterprise-scale IT environments
Proven experience leading teams, highly skilled technical resources, or large cross-functional initiatives
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
Ability to guide technical and business resources toward successful outcomes
Demonstrated quick and clear decision-making skills
Strong people management skills, with a focus on developing others
Previous experience with IT Architecture or Cybersecurity
Foundational cloud certification such as AWS Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals, or GCP Cloud Digital Leader
Strong technical leadership skills and business acumen
Ability to communicate technical information effectively with management, work groups, business units, and suppliers
Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships
Adaptability and passion for change
Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
Competency in customer focus, change management and innovation, strategic thinking, relationship building and influencing, talent management, results focus, and inspirational leadership
Must work onsite five days a week
Visa sponsorship is not available
Successful completion of a drug screen required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
401(k) savings plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Career Development
Incentive bonus
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Relocation is available for this position
Professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs