Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer

Summary

Join our Infrastructure Engineering team as a Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer, Data Center! You will design, implement, and migrate hybrid cloud and data center environments, focusing on Microsoft Azure and Windows Server technologies. Your expertise in cloud infrastructure, virtualization, automation, security, and Windows Server administration will be crucial. You will lead migration projects, optimize resource allocation, and architect solutions using Zero Trust principles. Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and collaboration with stakeholders is essential. This role requires a strong commitment to maintaining high standards in system design, migration planning, and documentation.

Requirements

• Proficiency in hybrid cloud infrastructure and Windows Server administration
• Strong knowledge of Azure services, Windows Server roles (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy), security, and automation
• Experience in large-scale infrastructure migration projects, including workload discovery, assessment, and execution
• Expertise in virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) and container orchestration (Kubernetes, AKS)
• Strong background in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, Bicep) for cloud automation
• Deep understanding of Zero Trust security principles, isolation techniques, and secure access models
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with a focus on designing scalable and efficient cloud solutions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Commitment to maintaining high standards in system design, migration planning, and documentation
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in infrastructure engineering, with a focus on cloud, Windows Server, and data center migrations
• Hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure services, automation tools, Windows Server environments, and migration planning

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and migrate hybrid cloud architectures that integrate on-premises data centers with Azure environments
• Develop and enforce cloud and Windows Server architecture standards, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability
• Lead migration projects from on-premises infrastructure to Azure, including workload assessment, planning, and execution
• Configure and manage Azure infrastructure services, including Virtual Machines, Virtual Networks (VNets) and Storage Accounts
• Optimize resource allocation, cost management, and network connectivity within Azure and between on-premises and cloud environments
• Design, deploy, and manage Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy, with a focus on modernization and migration strategies
• Architect solutions using Zero Trust principles, including identity-based access, micro-segmentation, and least privilege enforcement
• Leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep to automate cloud deployments
• Deploy and manage virtualization and containerization platforms (VMware, Kubernetes, AKS) to enhance workload efficiency
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design and execute large-scale infrastructure migrations with minimal disruption
• Develop isolation techniques to enhance security and compliance across hybrid environments
• Ensure compliance with security policies and industry regulations for cloud and on-prem infrastructure
• Maintain detailed documentation of cloud architectures, Windows Server configurations, Zero Trust security models, and migration processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Windows Server certifications (MCSA, MCSE)
• Azure certifications (Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, Azure Security Engineer)
• Certifications in virtualization or automation technologies (VMware VCP, Kubernetes CKA, Terraform Associate)
• Security certifications (CISSP, CCSP)