Infrastructure Lead

Compunnel, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions firm based in New Jersey is seeking a Lead Infrastructure Engineer to manage the design, deployment, and operations of hybrid infrastructure solutions integrating Azure cloud and on-prem systems. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience with Microsoft Azure, strong leadership skills, and a solid background in automation and networking. This role involves overseeing operations, ensuring compliance, and providing technical leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in Microsoft Azure.
• Hands-on experience with Windows Server and Linux.
• Proficiency in automation scripting and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and deployment of hybrid infrastructure solutions.
• Oversee daily infrastructure operations and ensure compliance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to infrastructure engineers.

Skills

Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, Networking, Security)

Automation scripting (PowerShell, Bash)

Leadership and communication skills

Networking fundamentals (firewalls, VPNs)

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science or equivalent work experience

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Windows Server

Linux

Dell EMC hosts

VMware

Job description

Lead the design, deployment, and management of hybrid infrastructure solutions integrating Azure cloud and on-prem systems. Oversee operations, implement automation, ensure compliance, and provide technical leadership to optimize infrastructure performance and security.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and deployment of hybrid infrastructure solutions integrating Azure cloud and on-prem systems.
• Develop infrastructure governance, backup strategies, and disaster recovery plans.
• Oversee daily infrastructure operations, ensuring compliance with security and performance standards.
• Manage Azure services (VMs, networking, storage, Active Directory) and on-prem resources.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, ARM templates, and PowerShell.
• Drive cost optimization and resource utilization across environments.
• Work closely with DevOps, Security, and Application teams to optimize deployments.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to infrastructure engineers.
• Use tools like Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and on-prem monitoring solutions for proactive incident management.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and security requirements across cloud and on-prem platforms.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, Networking, Security).
• Hands‑on experience with Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy.
• Hands‑on experience with on‑prem Dell EMC hosts, VMware, Unity storage, and Brocade FC switches.
• Proficiency in automation scripting (PowerShell, Bash) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals (firewalls, VPNs, load balancing).
• Experience with disaster recovery and backup solutions.
• Experience with Terraform, Ansible, or similar IaC tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Degree: Bachelor’s in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong stakeholder management and team leadership capabilities.
• Familiarity with hybrid cloud integrations and migration strategies.
• Familiarity with other cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) is a plus.

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