Cloud Systems Engineer

Quanex; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 92,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401K Match

Bonus Potential

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Resources

Training/Development

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Dynamic Culture & People

Job summary

Quanex is seeking a Cloud Systems Engineer to join our IT infrastructure team across multiple sites in OH, MN, WI, TX, SD. You will own cloud and on-prem systems, drive modernization, and lead deployment of scalable infrastructure with hands-on technical ownership.

The role requires strong Windows Server and AD administration, Azure experience, and proficiency in PowerShell. Travel up to 10% may be required, with flexibility for extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field; years of experience may substitute.
• Microsoft certifications are preferred.
• 5-7 years of Windows Server and Active Directory administration.
• Experience administering Azure cloud environments.
• PowerShell and other programming/scripting languages experience.
• Enterprise identity management using Azure.
• LAN/WAN networking to support servers/AD.
• Enterprise backups and disaster recovery strategies.
• Intermediate knowledge of IT security best practices.
• Experience with enterprise monitoring/alerting platforms (System Center, SolarWinds Orion, Splunk).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
• Provide advanced technical support and manage incidents.
• Monitor system performance and address issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective measures.
• Design and implement system improvements.
• Lead major IT infrastructure projects.
• Create clear technical documentation and knowledge materials.
• Maintain relationships with staff, contractors, and outsourced providers.
• Support disaster recovery exercises and business continuity.
• Use PowerShell scripting to automate tasks and improve processes.
• Work with limited direction while delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
• Travel up to 10% and accommodate extended hours/weekends as needed.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

Azure

PowerShell

Networking

Disaster recovery

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

System Center

SolarWinds Orion

Splunk

Job description

Quanex is looking for a Cloud Systems Engineer in Cambridge, OH, Houston, TX, Owatonna, MN, Rice Lake, WI, Akron, OH or in Sioux Falls, SD. The Cloud Systems Engineer will play an integral role in supporting the systems engineering activities of the organization with a key focus on the deployment of system infrastructures. The successful candidate will be a key contributor to many IT infrastructure projects.

We Offer You!

• Competitive Salary
• 401K Match w/ 2-year vesting period
• Bonus Potential
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Various Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness/Fitness Resources
• Training/Development
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Dynamic Culture & People - just to name a few!

What's attractive about the Cloud Systems Engineer position?

• Opportunity to work with modern Microsoft Cloud technologies
• Hands-on role with meaningful technical ownership across cloud and on-premises infrastructure
• Collaboration with internal teams and external technology partners
• Exposure to major IT infrastructure projects

What Success Looks Like

• Cloud environments are effectively engineered, maintained, planned, and supported.
• Provides advanced technical support and effectively manages ServiceNow incidents.
• Proactively monitors system performance, identifies potential issues, and addresses them accordingly.
• Performs effective root cause analysis on failed system components and implements corrective measures.
• Successfully designs and implements system improvements.
• Major IT infrastructure projects are successfully implemented and rolled out.
• Provides clear and detailed technical documentation and knowledge materials.
• Maintains strong relationships with staff, contracting agencies, and outsourced service providers.
• Demonstrates a strong customer service-oriented attitude when supporting users and resolving IT issues.
• Uses strong analytical and technical skills to resolve issues with a strong sense of urgency, especially those that could impact the business.
• Effectively participates in disaster recovery exercises and helps support business continuity.
• Uses PowerShell scripting and coding skills to support systems administration and improve processes.
• Successfully works with limited direction while delivering results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Is willing and able to travel up to 10% and work extended hours/weekends as needed to support business and infrastructure needs.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field. Will consider years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Microsoft or other relevant IT certifications are preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in Windows Server and Active Directory administration.
• Experience administering public cloud environments, Azure preferred.
• Experience with PowerShell and other programming/scripting languages.
• Experience with Enterprise level Identity Management using Azure.
• Working knowledge of LAN/WAN networking to supporting server and Active Directory.
• Experience with enterprise backups and disaster recovery strategies.
• Intermediate knowledge of and ability to implement semi-complex IT security best practices.
• Experience with enterprise-grade monitoring, alerting, and management platforms such as System Center, Solar Winds Orion, Splunk, etc.

The salary range for this position is $92K-$112K with the potential to earn an annual

About Quanex, A Part Of Something Bigger

Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.