Windows Infrastructure Engineer - Contract

The company is seeking an experienced Windows Infrastructure Engineer / SQL Server Administrator to provide hands-on support for its enterprise infrastructure environment. This individual will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing Windows Server and SQL Server environments while collaborating with infrastructure, networking, and engineering teams., * Administer and support Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, SPNs, Client, and Windows Failover Clustering.

• Manage Microsoft SQL Server environments, including Always On Availability Groups, backups, patching, and performance troubleshooting.
• Perform OS upgrades, patch management, system migrations, and vulnerability remediation.
• Provide operational support for VMware ESXi and Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops.
• Monitor infrastructure performance, availability, and system health across servers, storage, and networking.
• Troubleshoot production issues and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to resolve incidents.

A hands-on, mid-to-senior-level infrastructure engineer with strong Windows Server and SQL Server expertise who can quickly contribute to daily operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting., * Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server and Microsoft SQL Server administration.

• Experience with SQL Server Always On Availability Groups and high-availability environments.
• Solid understanding of Active Directory, Group Policy, clustering, and enterprise infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of VMware, Citrix, storage, and networking technologies.
• Scripting experience with PowerShell, T-SQL, or Python.
• Experience with patching, backup/recovery, security, and infrastructure monitoring.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, enterprise production environment.