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
Design and Implement: Architect, document, and deploy shared computing systems that support core organizational functions and guarantee high availability.
Documentation: Create, evaluate, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for all infrastructure systems and standard operating procedures.
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.