Hours: 7am - 3:30pm
100% On-site
JOB SUMMARY:The Senior System Infrastructure Engineer will design, maintain, secure, and support our enterprise technology infrastructure. This is a hands-on senior technical role responsible for server virtualization, enterprise storage, Windows Server systems, networking, firewalls, VPN connectivity, wireless infrastructure, cybersecurity, and related technology platforms.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:The requirements listed below are representative of the essential duties required:
• Design, install and configure internal and customer-facing servers, network devices, and firewalls.
• Proactively manage and maintain the server, network, and firewall systems.
• Administer and support Microsoft Exchange on premises and online.
• Administer and support core Microsoft, Cisco, and VMware technologies.
• Develop and implement project plans, risk assessments, and contingency plans.
• Design and implement monitoring, configuration management, and reporting functions that will make a hands-off environment.
• Define and document best practices and support procedures.
• Provide after-hours support for Infrastructure related emergencies as well as occasional weekend maintenance.
• Assist with hardware, firewall, telecom, and software vendor evaluation, recommendation, and negotiations.
• Mentor/cross-train team members on existing and new technologies.
• Carry out special tasks at Management's direction.
• Interact with vendors and staff at the technical level, as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY: • Employee may work independently, but work is often reviewed by immediate supervisor.
• Employee exercises broad discretion on matters of significance within functional areas.
• Employee advises others within the organization on matters within area of expertise.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:• Advanced knowledge of Windows Operating Systems current and legacy versions.
• Managing at least 50 Windows Server infrastructure.
• Experience with Microsoft Entra, Exchange, M365, Intune, and Defender.
• Strong hands-on experience with VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter.
• Strong experience administering NetApp storage systems.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2019 or newer.
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP.
• Experience administering and troubleshooting Cisco ASA firewalls.
• Strong knowledge of site-to-site and remote-access VPN technologies.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, subnetting, routing, switching, and network segmentation.
• Hands-on experience supporting Cisco Meraki switches and wireless access points.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, including infrastructure hardening, vulnerability management, patching, secure access, and network security.
• Experience with backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity technologies.
• Experience troubleshooting complex server, network, storage, firewall, VPN, and infrastructure problems.
• Strong technical documentation and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex technical projects and issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business users, vendors, and management.
PREFFERED SKILLS/ABILITIES:• Ability to support a legacy VAX Environment.
• SQL, VB.net, HTML Coding Skills.
• Experience with Nutanix AHV, Prism Central, Prism Element, or Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure is highly desirable.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor's degree in computer science (or related area) preferred.
• 15 or more years of experience with advanced networking in a corporate environment.
• One or more of the following certifications:
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
- Cisco CCNA or CCNP
- Microsoft certifications
- NetApp Certified Data Administrator
- Nutanix Certified Professional
- CISSP or similar cybersecurity certification
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands/Efforts• Occasional physical exertion including the lifting of objects exceeding 20 pounds.
• Repetitive hand motions.
• Occasional strenuous walking, standing, bending, and climbing.
• Working in an office environment with frequent work in the factory.
Mental & Visual Demands/Efforts• Significant level of mental concentration required to manage multiple complex tasks.
• Maintain emotional control under stress, hectic pace, and work with frequent interruptions.
• Work requires frequent visual effort for extended periods of time.
Work Environment and Hazards• Regular work in utility closets, cable chases, and above suspended ceilings.
• Some exposure to hazards that might cause minor injury.
• Occasional prolonged and irregular work hours.
• May be required to be on-call after hours.
• Occasional Travel to our subsidiary in Milford, CT.
• Travel may be required for off-site training.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
