Server Engineer

• Provide Level 2 administration and support for Windows and Linux server environments; troubleshoot tickets related to system outages, server access, authentication, and data separation
• Support AI infrastructure including Kubernetes, Docker, Red Hat, and container environments
• Set up, configure, and maintain hardware and operating systems across on-prem and Azure environments
• Administer Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and Certificate Services
• Automate configuration and deployment tasks using Ansible Tower and Ansible playbooks
• Monitor performance via SCOM, Zabbix, and SCCM; remediate vulnerabilities and manage patching
• Manage Azure environments including VMs, Entra AD Connect, RBAC, Backup, and Site Recovery
• Participate in on-call rotation (every 8 weeks) and monthly after-hours maintenance windows
• Contribute to infrastructure projects; growing into project lead responsibilities over time

• 5+ years of IT infrastructure experience in mid-to-large enterprise environments; 3,000+ server environments preferred
• Proficiency with Windows Server (2016+) and Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu); foundational Linux with a strong willingness to learn will be considered
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and Red Hat in production environments
• Ansible and Ansible Tower experience; ability to read and work with Ansible playbooks
• Virtualization experience with VMware vSphere/ESXi; Nutanix or Hyper-V a plus
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy
• Microsoft Azure IaaS experience (VMs, RBAC, AD Connect, Backup/DR)
• PowerShell scripting proficiency; familiarity with SCOM, Zabbix, and SCCM
• Solid understanding of vulnerability remediation, patching, and compliance practices
• Strong communicator; polished, professional, and collaborative team player
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and listen - comfortable with high-demand environments and after-hours responsibilities
• Bachelor s degree preferred but not required - practical experience is weighted equally

This role offers a Hybrid work schedule (Tue/Wed/Thu onsite in Chicago, Mon/Fri remote), direct exposure to cutting-edge AI infrastructure, and a strong team culture with very low turnover and promoting from within., * Health Insurance including medical, dental, and vision

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Flexible Time Off

Our client is a globally recognized company with 23 offices worldwide and 7,000+ professionals. They are deeply invested in advancing their enterprise technology infrastructure, including active AI initiatives. We are seeking a Server Engineer II to join a global Server Operations team supporting 3,500+ servers across on-premises and Azure environments. This is a high-impact role on a lean, stable team - you will make an immediate difference and have the opportunity to grow into project leadership over time.