Network Engineer V - Infrastructure Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a highly technical individual to join one of our client's remote infrastructure teams. Working knowledge of a variety of computing technologies—including Windows Server, Azure VMs, VMware, storage systems, patch management, backup systems, and Active Directory—is strictly required. This role demands the ability to coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams while possessing the drive to work independently on complex technical initiatives.
Scope of Work

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Design and Implement: Architect, document, and deploy shared computing systems that support core organizational functions and guarantee high availability.

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Documentation: Create, evaluate, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for all infrastructure systems and standard operating procedures.

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Strategic Planning: Gain organizational commitment for infrastructure systems and server deployment plans. Evaluate and select all shared computing technologies required to achieve organizational goals.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

- Provide Level III escalation support for complex technical issues and problems.

- Document technical solutions and build repeatable processes for Level I & II engineers to follow.

- Scope, design, and deploy new infrastructure systems, including executing complex server migrations.

- Manage and optimize VMware clusters to ensure resilient and high-performing virtualization environments.

- Administer general Azure resources, specifically configuring load balancers and managing enterprise application registrations.

- Configure, deploy, and maintain Single Sign-On (SSO) integrations utilizing Microsoft Entra ID.

- Enterprise Certificate Management: Own the end-to-end lifecycle for all SSL/TLS certificates, including provisioning, deployment, proactive renewal tracking, and troubleshooting across physical servers, load balancers, and cloud environments.

- Administer enterprise patch management routines to ensure system security and compliance (Ivanti experience is a strong plus).

- Drive continuous process improvement through heavy emphasis on automation and scripting.

- Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position.

Required Qualifications & Skills

- Bachelor’s degree (B.S./B.A.) from a four-year college or university and 8+ years of related IT experience; or an equivalent combination of education and training.

- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Azure, Windows Server, VMware, or Cisco) are a strong plus.

- Advanced Microsoft Windows Server administration skills, including deep expertise in Active Directory.

- Advanced hands-on experience with virtualization and cloud infrastructure, specifically managing VMware clusters and Azure VMs.

- Proven experience with general Azure resource management, including deploying load balancers and handling application registrations.

- Strong proficiency in identity and access management, specifically configuring and troubleshooting SSO with Microsoft Entra ID.

- Deep understanding of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and extensive hands-on experience managing, deploying, and auditing SSL/TLS certificate lifecycles across an enterprise footprint.

- General network administration experience within a Cisco-based environment.

- Solid foundational knowledge of enterprise storage management.

- Proven track record of planning and executing seamless server migrations.

- Strong automation and scripting experience (e.g., PowerShell, Python) to reduce manual administrative overhead, particularly regarding certificate renewals and deployment.

- Experience working within structured ticketing systems and adhering to strict IT processes, including a strong discipline for change control management.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Originally posted on Himalayas