> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3424753-it-infrastructure-team-lead](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3424753-it-infrastructure-team-lead). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Infrastructure Team Lead - **Company:** Info Way Solutions LLC - **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Application Firewall, Cloud Computing, Complex Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Hyper-V, Information Technology Operations, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Local Area Networks, Windows Servers, Azure Active Directory, Server Virtualization, VMware Virtualization, Wi-Fi Technology, Software Licensing, Computer Network Technologies, Information Technology, Cisco, Vmware - **Published:** September 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9983a81f-c912-4021-abbd-c9e6f5f0a006 ## About the Role The ideal candidate is a local, self-motivated technical leader who thrives in a fast-paced on-site operational environment, balancing hands-on technical execution with team mentorship and service level agreement (SLA) management., * Leadership Experience: 2+ years of experience leading, supervising, or acting as a technical team lead for an IT support/infrastructure team. * Systems & Networking Expertise: 5+ years of hands-on experience administering Windows Server environments, VMware virtualization, core networking (Cisco/Meraki/Aruba), and firewall administration. * Identity & Cloud Management: Strong working knowledge of Active Directory, Microsoft 365, group policies (GPO), and cloud directory services. * Troubleshooting: Exceptional hardware, network, and OS diagnostic skills across enterprise environments. * Communication & Presence: Strong interpersonal skills with a team-first mindset and the ability to interface effectively with site executives and business leads. ## Description We are seeking a hands-on IT Infrastructure Team Lead to oversee daily on-site IT operations, system maintenance, and infrastructure support across our San Jose facility. In this role, you will lead a team of technical support engineers while remaining directly involved in the design, deployment, and troubleshooting of server, network, and end-user computing environments., * Team Leadership & Mentorship: Lead, guide, and schedule a local team of IT infrastructure and desktop support technicians; manage ticket escalations, workload distribution, and performance SLAs. * Infrastructure Management: Oversee on-site physical and virtual server infrastructure (Windows Server, VMware/Hyper-V), storage platforms (NAS/SAN), and local network systems (switches, routers, firewalls, Wi-Fi). * On-Site Operations: Act as the primary technical point of contact for physical datacenter/IDF closet maintenance, hardware racking, cabling, hardware provisioning, and system upgrades. * System Administration & Cloud Hybrid: Administer Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Entra ID (Azure AD), DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and system backup/disaster recovery processes. * Incident & Escalation Management: Serve as Tier-3 escalation support for complex network, system, and hardware outage issues; drive rapid root-cause analysis and resolution. * Vendor & Asset Management: Coordinate with third-party telecom, hardware, and service vendors; track hardware inventory, software licensing, and lifecycle refresh cycles.