at Teksystems in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Description
Our client is looking for a self-motivated Sr IT Engineer to provide critical wired and wireless network support to both enterprise and OT networks. The ideal team member will enjoy working both independently and in teams of brilliant people from across our organization to ensure IT assets are delivering the reliability, performance, and value necessary to support a fast growth business. Candidate needs to be comfortable with ambiguity. Our client operates with a startup mentality and doesn’t fit with people who need structure and process.Responsibilities:
+ Provide onsite and remote infrastructure administration and support in a 24×7 manufacturing operation for both IT and OT systems.
+ Ensure continuous operation through proactive planning, maintenance, and monitoring of critical IT and MES systems across multiple sites.
+ Design, setup, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues related to Nutanix virtualization, Veeam Backup, Microsoft Server OS, and Microsoft Azure
+ Need higher level architecture/engineering experience setting up AD server and all the permissions, etc. that go along with a building out a domain.
+ Provide technical support for platforms including Microsoft Azure AD, Microsoft 365, and Microsoft AD
+ Need to have experience with the Active Directory Sites and Services console. This is used to create and manage sites, and control how the directory is replicated within a site and between sites. Using this tool, you can specify connections between sites, and how they are to be used for replication.
+ Effectively communicate and coordinate IT activities and issue resolution with key stakeholders
+ Provide expertise and guidance on technical designs and project planning.
+ Ensure implementation of IT security best practices to identify and close vulnerabilities.
+ Administer, maintain, and optimize compute and storage infrastructure on prem and in Microsoft Azure Cloud.
+ Create and maintain detailed systems documentation, backup and recovery procedures, and other standard IT processes.
+ Participate in multiple business projects and provide technical expertise and support as needed.
+ Ensure established IT processes are adhered to and KPI’s are accurately tracked and reported.
+ Evaluate and make expert recommendations for improvements to IT platforms, architecture, and capabilities to ensure appropriate service levels, performance, and cost of ownership.
Top Skills’ Details:
+ 5+ years of experience Administering Active Directory, Azure AD, Azure Cloud, and Microsoft 365. Need to have experience with Active Directory Sites and Services console. Must have Azure IaaS and Identity experience. Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) and on-prem AD.
+ Solid understanding of cloud concepts including domain registration, DNS, SSL certificates, email flow, spam filtering, and Microsoft Exchange
+ Experience installing, configuring, and managing Microsoft Server
+ Proficient in PowerShell
Skills/Qualifications required:
+ Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field or equivalent work experience, MCSE preferred.
+ Experience installing, configuring, and managing Microsoft Server
+ 5+ years of experience with Active Directory, Azure AD, Azure Cloud, and Microsoft 365
+ Must have Azure IaaS and Identity experience. Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) and on-prem AD.
+ Solid understanding of cloud concepts including domain registration, DNS, SSL certificates, email flow, spam filtering, and Microsoft Exchange
+ Scripting (PowerShell) knowledge to automate tasks and deployments.
+ Intermediate knowledge of enterprise technologies including TCP/IP, routing, Virtualization, SAN/NAS, and Microsoft SQL
+ Experience managing file-level and image-level backup solutions.
+ Demonstrate professional behavior when communicating and working with members, vendors and/or customers. Promotes effective communication and interaction among departments.
+ Clearly and concisely expresses professional opinions with supporting rationale.
+ Ability to train and mentor junior level administrators in technical complexities of assigned work, recommend changes in procedures, and operate with substantial latitude for non-reviewed actions and decisions.
+ Must possess the ability to develop project plans and coordinate projects.
+ Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment.
+ Experience or familiarity with the following a plus: Azure Cloud Automation, Nutanix & VMWare Virtualization
Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
Company as enterprise grade resources from a network perspective but does not have them in place yet. Opportunity to build an IT Dept from the ground up. Also, our client was bought by Coca Cola a couple of years ago and with the way they are structured, they can operate like a start-up, but they are owned by a huge company, and they have all the benefits that go along with that. Can get things done quickly but have resources of a Fortune 500 company backing them. Startup minded. Big into sustainability, animal welfare, and growth. Company has had massive growth in recent years and recently reached $1B in sales. Our client is a Chicago-based dairy company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and value-added products to nourish consumers. With more than $1B in annual retail sales. A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, our client has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation. The company is driven by its values of caring for the people, animals, and planet it touches across its business. By providing nourishing products, implementing stringent care standards for animals, and stewarding efficient operations and responsible packaging, our client puts a focus each day on making a positive impact for all.Work Environment:
This position will be based in our client’s corporate HQ in Chicago, IL. Preference is hybrid onsite 2-3 days per week, but our client is flexible on this. About TEKsystems:We’re partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That’s the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.