Infrastructure Solution Engineer

The Infrastructure Solutions Engineer- Sr Consultant I for NOC Operations is an experienced technical professional in our Standard Incident service team, leading the monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolution of infrastructure incidents across our enterprise technology ecosystem. As a strong contributor to our Zero Wait customer obsession initiative, this role drives rapid and effective response to system alerts, ensuring the reliability and performance of Allstate’s critical infrastructure. With demonstrated proficiency in UNIX, Storage, and Backup environments, this position also demonstrates broad versatility across Windows, Nutanix, Azure, and AWS platforms.

Working within our product-centric operating model, the Infrastructure Solutions Engineer- Sr Consultant I applies deep technical knowledge and operational expertise to collaborate with Digital Product Teams (DPTs) and other Service Teams to optimize service delivery, eliminate friction points, and design automation solutions that enhance system reliability and customer experience., * Lead by example in proactive monitoring and rapid response to alerts across multiple technology stacks, consistently achieving strong Mean Time to Acknowledge (MTTA) and Mean Time to Resolve (MTTR) metrics

• Champion Zero Wait principles in incident response, taking immediate and decisive action on Emergency Command Center (ECC) calls without waiting to be prompted
• Critically evaluate and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while identifying strategic opportunities to enhance processes and automate complex tasks
• Perform shift turnover meetings to ensure seamless 24/7 operational coverage and comprehensive knowledge transfer
• Actively contribute to and help prioritize the Service Improvement Backlog (SIB) with strategic ideas that substantially enhance service delivery and eliminate customer friction points

Technical Operations

• Provide Level 2 support for enterprise infrastructure systems including Storage SAN, NAS and OBS (Brocade, Hitachi, Pure, Scality, Cisco MDS ), Linux (RedHat), with minimal escalation required for common and moderately complex issues
• Execute incident remediation strategies for both documented and novel problems, applying advanced technical judgment in complex or ambiguous scenarios
• Perform post-incident Retrospective reviews and problem management activities, driving root cause analysis and implementing preventive measures against recurring issues
• Partner closely with engineering teams to implement and validate system changes, providing strong operational perspective and ensuring readiness for production
• Apply intermediate level techniques with monitoring tools including Netcool, Tivoli, Prism Element/Central, Datadog, and Azure Data Explorer (ADX) to proactively identify, diagnose, and prevent system issues

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze complex incident patterns and trends to architect automation solutions that reduce manual intervention and improve service outcomes
• Develop comprehensive knowledge base strategies and ensure knowledge artifacts meet high quality standards for accuracy and usability across the NOC team
• Present at service reviews and demo sessions with technology partners, showcasing NOC operational improvements and contributions
• Drive the team’s KPI improvements through technical expertise, process optimization, and a continuous improvement mindset
• Participate and contribute to the NOC automation pipeline by identifying, designing, and advocating for automation solutions that improve service delivery, This position offers clear pathways to advance into senior technical or leadership roles, including:
• Senior Consultant II roles with deeper technical specialization and formal mentoring responsibilities
• Service Consultant roles focusing on complex technical solutions and automation
• Technical leadership in specialized infrastructure domains
• Service management roles with people leadership responsibilities

• 3+ years of experience in technical operations, IT support, or system administration
• Intermediate working knowledge of enterprise systems Storage SAN, NAS and OBS (Brocade, Hitachi, Pure, Scality, Cisco MDS), (UNIX/Linux (RedHat), with demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex issues
• Strong understanding of incident management processes, incident/event management frameworks, and service delivery optimization
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with demonstrated ability to resolve complex and novel technical challenges
• Strong communication abilities, particularly during high-pressure situations and when explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Preferred

• Proficient use and knowledge of automation concepts and tools (GitHub, Ansible, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines)
• Proficient Scripting skills (Bash, Python, PowerShell) with the ability to develop and contribute to automation solutions
• Strong skills with monitoring tools (Datadog, Azure Data Explorer (ADX) including custom dashboard usage and alert tuning
• Familiarity with AI-assisted tools for incident triage, root cause analysis, or automated remediation workflows
• Familiarity with large language model (LLM) tools (eg, GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, or similar) to accelerate documentation, scripting, and knowledge base development
• Working knowledge of DevOps practices and principles with experience implementing infrastructure as code
• Leadership experience in a 24/7 operational environment, Application Infrastructure, CI/CD, Datadog, Design, GitHub, Incident Management, IT Infrastrcuture Project Management, IT Service Management (ITSM), Jenkins (Software), Linux, Microsoft Azure Data Explorer, NAS Management, Python (Programming Language), RedHat, SAN Storage, ServiceNow Platform, Solution Engineering, Strategic Collaborations

Compensation offered for this role is 75,100.00 - 126,325.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger - a winning team making a meaningful impact.

Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and more recently, device and identity protection.