Lead Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Scottsdale, AZ (On-site, at least 3 days a week)

Contract Type: 6 Months Contract to Hire

Travel Requirements: Limited travel to other sites (up to 4 times a year)

Immigration Status : Citizen or Green Card

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Lead Infrastructure Engineer III with strong expertise in Windows Server Administration and PowerShell scripting. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing and optimizing Windows Server environments, with the added ability to automate and streamline tasks using PowerShell. This position requires a balanced skillset: technical expertise in Windows Server, networking, and cloud technologies, as well as leadership capabilities to guide and mentor the infrastructure team.

This role is 50% technical and 50% management, so candidates must be comfortable working hands-on with technical infrastructure while also managing team dynamics, collaborating with leadership, and mentoring junior staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Expertise (50%):
• Manage and administer Windows Server environments (installation, configuration, patching, and troubleshooting).
• Use PowerShell scripting to automate system administration tasks, streamline processes, and improve efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in the server, networking, and cloud environments.
• Ensure the security of infrastructure resources, applying best practices for hardening and patching systems.
• Optimize the performance, availability, and scalability of Windows Server and other critical systems.

• Leadership and Team Management (50%):
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers, helping them grow in technical expertise and career development.
• Manage a high-performance team of infrastructure engineers, ensuring tasks are completed on time and to a high standard.
• Act as a liaison between the infrastructure team and leadership to communicate team progress and priorities.
• Develop and execute the infrastructure team's goals and objectives, aligning with broader business initiatives.
• Foster an environment of continuous improvement and innovation within the team, encouraging the use of automation and scripting to increase efficiency.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in Windows Server administration.
• Expert-level PowerShell scripting knowledge and experience in automating tasks related to system management, deployment, and monitoring.
• Strong experience with server hardware, storage management, Active Directory, and Group Policies.
• Proficiency with networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, etc.).
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in complex IT infrastructures.
• Experience managing and mentoring a team of infrastructure engineers.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with leadership and other departments.
• Preferred (Nice-to-Have):
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure)
• Familiarity with networking security, firewalls, and networking architecture.
• Knowledge of automation tools.
• ITIL certification or experience working within ITIL frameworks.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).

Application Process:

• Interested candidates should submit an updated resume detailing their relevant experience. We are looking for a candidate who thrives in both technical and leadership capacities, with a passion for automation and team growth.