IT Infrastructure Support Engineer

Personnel Consulting Group
New Orleans, United States of America
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate
Compensation
$ 120K

Job location

New Orleans, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Active Directory
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Backup Devices
Cloud Computing
Software Documentation
Linux
Disaster Recovery
Firmware
Monitoring of Systems
Network Security
Network Architecture
Routing
Network Segmentation
Zero Trust Network Access
Server Administration
Virtual Local Area Networks
Virtualization Technology
Software Vulnerability Management
Software Troubleshooting
Information Technology
Firewall Services Module
Server Operating Systems & Platforms
VMware

Job description

We're partnering with a well-established organization to add an IT Infrastructure Engineer to their team. This role is responsible for maintaining the performance, reliability, and security of core IT systems across a multi-site environment. You'll play a key role in day-to-day infrastructure operations, helping ensure systems are stable, secure, and recoverable while supporting both internal users and customer-facing technologies. What You'll Be Doing Infrastructure Operations

  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve system and network performance issues
  • Perform patching, firmware updates, and routine maintenance
  • Maintain accurate system documentation, configurations, and inventory
  • Ensure uptime, reliability, and overall health of infrastructure systems

Systems & Platform Management

  • Administer server environments (Windows & Linux)
  • Support virtualization and storage platforms
  • Manage backups and disaster recovery processes
  • Handle server provisioning, configuration, and decommissioning
  • Monitor system performance and proactively address capacity issues

Network & Connectivity

  • Configure and support network infrastructure (switching, VLANs, routing, wireless)
  • Assist with firewall configuration and network security best practices
  • Ensure reliable connectivity and support failover capabilities

Security & Compliance

  • Apply system hardening and security configurations
  • Remediate infrastructure vulnerabilities
  • Support backup integrity and recovery testing
  • Follow established security and access control standards

Incident & Change Management

  • Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related incidents
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement long-term fixes
  • Participate in change management processes
  • Document incidents, changes, and resolutions

Continuous Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to improve system performance and reliability
  • Support automation, standardization, and modernization efforts
  • Maintain operational procedures and runbooks

Requirements

  • 3-5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems, or network engineering
  • Hands-on experience with:
  • Network infrastructure (switching, VLANs, routing, wireless)
  • Server administration (Windows/Linux)
  • Virtualization platforms
  • Backup and recovery solutions
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with patching, monitoring, and system maintenance
  • Ability to work within structured IT processes (incident/change management)
  • Solid documentation and communication skills

Nice to Have:

  • Certifications (Network+, Security+, VMware, Microsoft, etc.)
  • Experience with Active Directory and hybrid identity environments
  • Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure or AWS)
  • Familiarity with security concepts like network segmentation or zero trust
  • Experience with monitoring or vulnerability management tools

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