Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer to manage maintain and improve the organizations IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Windows Server administration virtualization platforms enterprise backup solutions network security and database administration. This role is responsible for ensuring high availability security performance and scalability of all infrastructure systems.

Key Responsibilities

Server & Infrastructure Management

• Deploy configure and maintain Windows Server environments.
  
• Manage and troubleshoot Active Directory Group Policy DNS DHCP and File Services.
  
• Monitor server performance and ensure system availability.
  
• Perform patch management and system upgrades.
  

Virtualization

• Manage and maintain VMware vSphere / ESXi environments.
  
• Create and manage virtual machines and resource allocation.
  
• Optimize virtualization infrastructure performance and capacity.
  
• Perform VM migration replication and disaster recovery operations.
  

Backup & Disaster Recovery

• Manage enterprise backup solutions such as Veeam Acronis or similar platforms.
  
• Implement backup policies and retention strategies.
  
• Conduct regular backup verification and disaster recovery testing.
  
• Ensure business continuity and data protection compliance.
  

Network & Security

• Configure and manage FortiGate and Sophos firewalls.
  
• Implement VPN connectivity (Site-to-Site & Remote Access).
  
• Monitor security events and respond to incidents.
  
• Manage network segmentation VLANs and access control policies.
  
• Perform firewall policy reviews and security hardening.
  

Microsoft Services

• Manage Microsoft Active Directory environment.
  
• Troubleshoot authentication permissions and access-related issues.
  
• Maintain Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and security configurations.
  

Database Administration

• Install configure and maintain Microsoft SQL Server.
  
• Monitor database performance and optimize queries when required.
  
• Perform database backup restoration and maintenance activities.
  
• Support application teams in database-related troubleshooting.
  

Storage & Infrastructure

• Manage NAS and shared storage environments.
  
• Configure and maintain storage permissions and quotas.
  
• Monitor storage utilization and capacity planning.
  
• Support file-sharing and data access services.
  

Monitoring & Documentation

• Implement and maintain monitoring solutions.
  
• Analyze infrastructure alerts and performance metrics.
  
• Create and maintain infrastructure documentation diagrams and SOPs.
  
• Prepare technical reports and capacity planning recommendations.
  

Security & Compliance

• Implement security best practices and hardening standards.
  
• Manage endpoint security and antivirus solutions.
  
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
  
• Ensure compliance with company security policies.
  

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science or related field.
  
• 5 years of experience in Infrastructure Administration.
  
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
    
  • Active Directory & Group Policy
    
  • VMware ESXi / vSphere
    
  • Backup Solutions (Veeam Acronis etc.)
    
  • FortiGate Firewall
    
  • Sophos Firewall
    
  • Microsoft SQL Server
    
  • DNS DHCP TCP/IP
    
  • VLAN Configuration & Network Troubleshooting
    
  • NAS Storage Management
    
  • Endpoint Security Solutions
    
  • Disaster Recovery Planning
    

Personal Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
  
• Ability to work independently and manage infrastructure projects.
  
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
  
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
  
• Ability to work under pressure and handle critical incidents.