Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Insight Global
Washington, DC, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
7 years minimum
Compensation
$130,000.0 - $165,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Artificial Intelligence Amazon Web Services Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud Amazon S3 Android Software Development Apple IOS Apple Mac Systems Computing Platforms User Authentication Microsoft Azure
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Backup Devices Microsoft Online Services Cloud Computing Cloud Storage Cluster Analysis Computer Networks Data Centers Data Infrastructure Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Distributed File Systems Disaster Recovery File Systems Domain Name System (DNS) File Transfer Firmware Monitoring of Systems Hyper-V PostgreSQL Microsoft SQL Server Windows Servers Virtual Desktops Paessler Router Traffic Grapher Public Key Infrastructure Windows PowerShell Role-Based Access Control Cloud Services Microsoft SharePoint Software Deployment Storage Virtualization Virtual Machines Virtualization Technology Software Vulnerability Management Enterprise Software Applications ServiceNow IT Service Management Cloud Monitoring IT Architecture Software Troubleshooting Multi-Cloud Microsoft InTune Deployment Automation Enterprise Integration Data Management SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) CIS Benchmarks Key Vault Servicenow Databricks Vmware

Job description

The Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing enterprise infrastructure platforms with a strong focus on compute, storage, virtualization, and infrastructure architecture. This role works across on premises and hybrid environments and collaborates closely with networking, security, and application teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure infrastructure solutions., Compute, Storage & Virtualization

  • Manage and maintain Windows Server environments (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, DFS, PKI)

  • Design, deploy and support virtualization platforms such as VMware and Hyper-V, including provisioning, configuration, and troubleshooting

  • Administer HPE GreenLake infrastructure including Nimble Storage Arrays

  • Perform system hardening, audits, and vulnerability remediation

  • Support lifecycle management (firmware, OS upgrades, patching, decommissioning)

  • Manage disaster recovery processes, backups, and restores

  • Monitor and maintain the health of on-premises and cloud infrastructure using tools like PRTG and Azure Monitor, proactively analyzing alerts and performance data to ensure system stability, availability, and optimal service delivery

Infrastructure Design & Architecture

  • Participate in the design and architecture of infrastructure solutions, including:

o New data center builds or expansions

o Platform refreshes

o High-availability and DR designs

  • Develop and maintain architecture diagrams, standards, and design documentation.

  • Ensure designs align with security, resiliency, and operations best practices.

Cloud Platforms (Azure & AWS)

  • Build, configure, and troubleshoot Azure and AWS core infrastructure, including virtual machines/EC2 instances, Azure Virtual Desktop, networking components, and cloud storage resources

  • Manage application and data platform services across Azure and AWS, including SSO and Entra ID Enterprise Applications, App Services, Container Apps, Azure AI Foundry, Databricks, and PostgreSQL, ensuring secure integration with Key Vault and multi-cloud storage solutions (Azure Blob, Azure Files, Amazon S3, EFS, EBS)

  • Support disaster recovery and high-availability strategies, ensuring resilience, scalability, and continuity across cloud workloads

Microsoft 365 & Endpoint Management

  • Administer Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Entra ID)

  • Support the management of Microsoft Intune for device enrollment, compliance, and security baselines across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android

  • Support Autopilot provisioning and modern device lifecycle management

Additional Technologies

  • Nasuni file storage platform

  • SQL Server

  • Kiteworks secure file transfer platform

  • Monitoring tools such as PRTG and Azure Monitor

Operational Excellence & Leadership

  • Collaborate with external vendors and service providers to evaluate, implement, and integrate new technologies and enterprise solutions

  • Support the Infrastructure Team’s Senior Architect by contributing technical insights, validating designs, and assisting with the integration of new systems and processes

  • Demonstrate end-to-end ownership of services, from design and implementation through operations and optimization

  • Develop documentation, standards, runbooks, and architectural diagrams

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering with significant Azure and Windows Server focus.

  • Expert-level Azure IaaS experience including Virtual Machines, RBAC, and Entra ID.

  • Advanced Windows Server expertise including builds, hardening, clustering, and troubleshooting.

  • Deep knowledge of DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory architecture.

  • Strong PowerShell automation skills.

  • Proven ability to lead complex infrastructure initiatives.

  • Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities and re-prioritize as necessary to align with current business.

  • Strong experience with virtualization technologies, such as VMware or Hyper-V, including provisioning, performance troubleshooting, and lifecycle operations

  • Senior level understanding of core infrastructure services, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, authentication, and identity integrations with cloud services

  • Hands-on experience administering Microsoft 365 and Entra ID, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, and identity/security configurations

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Intune for device compliance, application deployment, and modern device management

  • Experience managing or supporting enterprise storage platforms, such as HPE Nimble (or other SAN technologies)

  • Strong PowerShell scripting skills for automation, configuration, and administrative tasks

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adapt to shifting priorities, and deliver solutions aligned with business needs

  • Understanding of ITIL/ITSM processes (Incident, Change, Problem Management)

  • Experience using ServiceNow or similar IT ticketing system platform

  • Experience with SQL Server administration or troubleshooting is desirable

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