Head of Technology Infrastructure - Pennymac

PENNYMAC:

Pennymac (NYSE: PFSI) is a specialty financial services firm with a comprehensive mortgage platform and integrated business focused on the production and servicing of U.S. mortgage loans and the management of investments related to the U.S. mortgage market. 

 

At Pennymac, our people are the foundation of our success and at the heart of our dynamic work culture. Together, we work towards a unified goal of helping millions of Americans achieve aspirations of homeownership through the complete mortgage journey.

A Typical Day:

The Head of Technology Infrastructure is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and management of Pennymac's entire technology infrastructure. This includes all aspects of the company's IT systems, networks, data centers, cloud platforms, devops and end user computing. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building and leading many high-performing infrastructure teams, along with deep technical expertise across a wide range of technologies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:
• Develop and execute a comprehensive infrastructure strategy aligned with Pennymac's business objectives.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure Pennymac maintains a competitive edge.
• Provide thought leadership and guidance to the executive team on infrastructure-related matters.
• Infrastructure Management:
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of Pennymac's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, storage, data centers, cloud platforms, and end-user computing.
• Work closely with application development teams to provide optimal processes for CI/CD and system reliability.
• Ensure high levels of system availability, performance, and security.
• Manage relationships with key technology vendors and service providers to provide optimal features at the lowest cost.
• Team Leadership:
• Build and lead a world-class infrastructure team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Provide mentorship and development opportunities to team members.
• Recruit and retain top talent in the infrastructure field.
• Budget and Financial Management:
• Develop and manage the infrastructure budget, ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Compliance and Security:
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations and data security standards.
• Work closely with our CISO to implement robust cybersecurity measures to protect Pennymac's sensitive information and assets.

What You’ll Bring:

• Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.   
• 15+ years of progressive experience in IT infrastructure management, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role.   
• Proven track record of successfully building and leading high-performing infrastructure teams.
• Technical Skills:
• Deep technical expertise across a broad range of infrastructure technologies, including:
• Cloud platforms (AWS - required; Azure, GCP a plus)
• Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V)
• Networking (Cisco, Juniper)
• Storage (SAN, NAS)
• Servers (Windows, Linux)
• Cybersecurity (firewalls, intrusion detection, vulnerability management)
• DevOps tools and practices
• Leadership and Management Skills:
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve exceptional results.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects and budgets.

Additional Considerations:

• Experience in the financial services or mortgage industry is a plus.
• Familiarity with ITIL and other IT service management frameworks is preferred.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance requirements relevant to the financial industry.

 

WORK MODEL: OFFICE

 

**No agencies or staffing firms, please.

Why You Should Join:

As one of the top mortgage lenders in the country, Pennymac has helped over 4 million lifetime homeowners achieve and sustain their aspirations of home. Our vision is to be the most trusted partner for home. Together, 4,000 Pennymac team members across the country are guided by our core values: to be Accountable, Reliable and Ethical in all that we do. 

Pennymac is committed to conducting a business that makes positive contributions and promotes long-term sustainable growth and to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. 

 

Benefits That Bring It Home: Whether you're looking for flexible benefits for today, setting up short-term goals for tomorrow, or planning for long-term success and retirement, Pennymac's benefits have you covered. Some key benefits include: 

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off Programs including vacation, holidays, illness, and parental leave 
• Wellness Programs, Employee Recognition Programs, and onsite gyms and cafe style dining (select locations)
• Retirement benefits, life insurance, 401k match, and tuition reimbursement 
• Philanthropy Programs including matching gifts, volunteer grants, charitable grants and corporate sponsorships

 

To learn more about our benefits visit: https://pennymacnews.page.link/benefits

 

Compensation: Individual salary may vary based on multiple factors including specific role, geographic location / market data, and skills and experience as defined below:

• Lower in range - Building skills and experience in the role
• Mid-range - Experience and skills align with proficiency in the role 
• Higher in range - Experience and skills add value above typical requirements of the role 

 

Some roles may be eligible for performance-based compensation and/or stock-based incentives awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. 

 

Salary:$192,000 - $383,000Work Model:OFFICE