Infrastructure Engineer

The Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for working closely with clients to assess, design, implement, and harden scalable infrastructure solutions. This role is project-driven and requires collaboration with the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure successful delivery of infrastructure initiatives. Additionally, you will perform infrastructure assessments, support sales conversations by providing technical expertise, and contribute to the development of client solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, implement/configure, harden, and manage VMware and Windows Server environments. Design, implement, configure, upgrade, and harden SAN/NAS storage systems for optimal performance and scalability. Administer and harden Active Directory, including group policies, user accounts, and directory services. Deploy, manage, and harden Azure IaaS solutions to meet client-specific infrastructure needs. Provide IT consulting services to help clients leverage technology for business outcomes. Lead server migration and upgrade projects to minimize downtime and ensure seamless transitions. Manage and coordinate patching schedules, ensuring compliance with security standards. Collaborate with the Project Management Office (PMO) to plan, track, and execute infrastructure projects. Perform security assessments of client environments, identifying risks and opportunities for optimization. Support sales conversations by providing technical input, demonstrating how proposed infrastructure solutions can address client needs. Automate routine administrative tasks using scripting, with a focus on PowerShell. Collaborate with internal and external teams to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues. Perform other tasks as needed to support client infrastructure goals. Qualifications, Requirements & Preferred Skills Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). 5+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering. Relevant certifications (listed below) are highly preferred. Experience managing multiple projects and dynamic priorities. Hands-on experience in endpoint management and security support. Strong communication and organizational skills. Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills, including strong relationship building skills and leadership capabilities. Ability to form relationships across all levels of the company while modeling Conversant’s Culture and Values. Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce conclusions and responses. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written. Required Skills: Hand-on experience with server hardware, specifically Cisco UCS and HPE Hand-on experience with storage hardware, Alletra and Pure Storage. Strong hands-on experience with VMware (designing, installation, configuration, management, and hardening). In-depth knowledge of Windows Server and Active Directory management and hardening. Active Directory Group Policy creation and implementation. Proficiency in designing, implementing, configuring, upgrading, and hardening SAN/NAS storage solutions. Experience with Azure IaaS for infrastructure deployment, scaling, and hardening. Proven track record in IT consulting, particularly in infrastructure design, implementation, and hardening. Expertise in server migration and upgrade planning and execution, including troubleshooting. Strong understanding of patch management tools and processes. Advanced scripting capabilities, particularly with PowerShell, for automation and process improvements. Strong networking skills, including DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VLAN, and VPN configuration and troubleshooting. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to handle complex technical challenges. Preferred Skills: Background in cyber security. Experience with network firewall and network switches. End-point Protection Solutions: Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, Absolute Resilience. Identity Threat Protection: CyberArk, Enzoic, Silverfort. Experience with SQL Server administration, management and SQL clusters. Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments. Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, such as Terraform or Ansible. Experience working with JSON for configuration and scripting. Knowledge of AWS cloud services in addition to Azure. Hands-on experience with Hyper-V or other hypervisors for virtualization.