IT Infrastructure Engineer

We are seeking a hands-on IT Infrastructure Engineer for a short-term contract engagement. This role will support day-to-day infrastructure operations assist with systems maintenance and contribute to small-to-medium IT projects. The ideal candidate will have experience working across servers networking and end-user support in a fast-paced environment.

This is a 3 month contract opportunity located onsite in Northbrook IL.

• Assist with the installation configuration and maintenance of Windows and Linux servers
• Perform routine system updates patching and security maintenance following change management procedures
• Troubleshoot server storage and network issues
• Monitor backup processes perform restore testing and resolve backup-related issues
• Support AWS S3 buckets used for backup systems
• Maintain server documentation including deployment and decommissioning records
• Support virtualization platforms and perform scheduled maintenance
• Participate in disaster recovery testing and execution
• Provide first-level support for network connectivity issues
• Assist with infrastructure installations upgrades and documentation
• Lead small to mid-sized infrastructure projects ensuring timely delivery within budget
• Support additional systems including network telephony and video conferencing tools
• Track and report KPIs (e.g. backup success rates) in alignment with ISO standards
• Perform assigned tasks as part of the disaster recovery test calendar
• Provide backup helpdesk support including support for remote sites as needed
• Image and deploy end-user PCs
• Manage user accounts permissions and access controls (including Azure MFA setup)
• Assist with security remediation efforts identified by the security team
• Maintain and audit inventories of IT assets (PCs mobile devices network equipment servers) in accordance with ISO27001 processes
• Follow all IT governance processes and company policies
• Collaborate with global IT local teams and end users to support business operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Experience supporting Windows and/or Linux server environments
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with backup systems and disaster recovery processes
• Experience with virtualization platforms (e.g. VMware Hyper-V)
• Exposure to AWS (S3 preferred)
• Understanding of IT security best practices and access management
• Experience providing helpdesk/end-user support
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in an onsite environment
• Prior experience supporting ISO27001 or similar compliance frameworks is a plus

• Experience with infrastructure project coordination or leadership
• Familiarity with telephony or video conferencing systems
• Experience in asset/inventory management processes

• Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Must demonstrate a can-do attitude

We focus on candidates that display our ACE factor Attitude Compassion and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.

Compensation Range:

$42.00 - $47.00 an hour

What you get:

We offer weekly competitive pay medical dental vision 401K and more.

IT happen!

Sentinel Technologies Inc. has been rated a top workplace every year since 2012!

About Us:

Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs from security to communications to systems & networks to software applications to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982 Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of todays global technology leaders including Cisco Dell VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ) Chicago and Springfield IL; Phoenix AZ.; Lansing and Grand Rapids MI; Milwaukee WI; and Denver CO.

If you are MOTIVATED you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to create a work environment that encourages creativity an entrepreneurial spirit fosters growth through certification and hands-on training and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact!

If you share our passion about what technology can do and want to be part of a top workplace environment wed like to have you join our team. Learn more at

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