Principal IT Infrastructure Engineer
Position Summary
Odyssey is seeking a skilled and dependable Principal IT Infrastructure Engineer !
The Principal IT Infrastructure Engineer is a technical leader responsible for architecting, implementing, and optimizing enterprise infrastructure across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. This role provides expert-level engineering, drives modernization initiatives, ensures platform reliability and security, and mentors junior team members. The engineer works closely with IT leadership to shape long-term technology strategy and support critical business operations.
Responsibilities
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Architect, design, and implement scalable, resilient infrastructure solutions across compute, storage, networking, virtualization, and cloud platforms.
- Lead major infrastructure projects such as cloud migrations, infrastructure upgrades, network redesigns, and system modernization efforts.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for advanced troubleshooting and performance optimization across complex, multi-site environments.
- Strengthen security posture by implementing hardening standards, patching processes, identity management frameworks, and zero-trust practices.
- Oversee DR/BCP architecture, ensure recovery plans meet RTO/RPO objectives, and conduct regular failover testing.
- Support Windows Server environments on-prem and in cloud, including SQL server
- Develop automation workflows and infrastructure-as-code solutions (PowerShell, Python, Terraform, etc.) to reduce operational overhead.
- Evaluate new technologies, prepare recommendations, and contribute to multi-year infrastructure roadmaps.
- Maintain/rearchitect LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi and firewall infrastructure.
- Maintain firewall and VPN policies and configurations.
- Maintain and optimize virtualization platforms (VMware/Hyper-V) and cloud services (Azure, AWS).
- Collaborate with cybersecurity and application teams to ensure cohesive and secure service delivery.
- Create detailed system documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational runbooks.
- Provide technical leadership to junior engineers and assist in establishing engineering standards and best practices.
Qualifications
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Years of Experience: 12+ years of experience
Certifications: Industry certifications
Preferred Qualifications
Clearance : Secret level clearance
Years of experience: 15+ years of experience
Certifications: Azure Solutions Architect, AWS, VMware VCP/VCAP, Palo Alto Cisco CCNP, etc.
Technical Skills
- Deep expertise in networking, firewall, VPN to include NetGate, PFSense, Ubiquity, Cisco, Palo Alto, Sonic Wall, etc.
- Deep expertise in Windows Server systems, virtualization, enterprise storage, and networking technologies.
- Advanced experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred), hybrid connectivity, identity services, and cloud governance.
- Advanced expertise in backup and disaster recovery including VEEAM, AvePoint and Zerto.
- Strong knowledge of security best practices, SIEM, endpoint management, and compliance frameworks.
- Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-level projects and cross-functional initiatives.
- Proficiency in automation, orchestration, and infrastructure-as-code tools.
Interpersonal Skills
- Technical leadership and strategic thinking
- Deep troubleshooting and analytical problem solving
- Collaboration across IT and business teams
- Security-first mindset
- Innovation and continuous improvement
- Ability to manage complex projects from design to delivery
Additional Information
Location: Odyssey HQ, Wakefield, MA
Travel: 10%
This is a remote position
Company Overview
Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey mee