IT Systems Engineer

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. seeks a System Engineer to oversee datacenter design, architecture, and server management.

You will drive automation with PowerShell, Ansible, and Terraform, install Windows and Linux servers, and manage VMware vSphere and Nutanix AOS environments. You will apply disaster recovery and backup expertise (Zerto, VMware SRM), configure Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and GPOs, and help implement cloud architecture with Azure DevOps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field or equivalent experience.
• Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, SQL Server Admin, VDI/FSLogix, VMware VCF Admin/Architect, AWS SA-P, CKAD/CKA.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect datacenter and cloud-based solutions, including deployment of new servers and cluster extensions.
• Demonstrate expertise in automation tools and scripting (PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform).
• Install and configure Windows and Linux servers.
• Manage Hypervisor environments (VMware vSphere 7.0, Nutanix AOS).
• Understand disaster recovery and backup (Zerto, VMware SRM).
• Apply Active Directory design, ADCS, DHCP, Group Policies, and DNS knowledge.
• Design cloud architecture with DevOps/CI-CD emphasis (Azure DevOps).
• Manage storage arrays (HPE Alletra, Dell PowerStore, NetApp, Pure Storage).
• Apply least-privilege and PAM principles for security.
• Understand 3-tier architecture and HCI (Nutanix AOS, VMware vSAN).
• Cross-train and share knowledge within the team.
• Maintain comprehensive environment documentation.
• Work independently with minimal oversight and adapt to changing duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

PowerShell

Ansible

Terraform

Windows Server

Linux

VMware vSphere 7.0

Nutanix AOS

Active Directory

Azure DevOps

Zerto

VMware SRM

3-Tier Architecture

Privileged Access Management

DevOps / CI/CD

Storage Arrays

Cloud Architecture

Wintel / Linux Admin

AWS Solutions Architect - Professional

Certified Kubernetes Administrator

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate

SQL Server Administration

VDI and profile management (DEM/FSLogix)

VMware VCF Administrator Professional

VMware VCF Architect Professional

AWS Solutions Architect - Professional

Certified Kubernetes Administrator

Tools

None

Job description

The System Engineer plays a pivotal role in overseeing the management, design, and architecture of SIA’s servers and datacenter technologies. As key contributors to the Systems team, they provide direction, guidance, and recommendations for all related processes and services. The role encompasses the installation, configuration, and ongoing improvement of datacenter technologies, ensuring alignment with the evolving IT business needs of the organization. System Engineers actively troubleshoot and resolve issues within computer and server systems to minimize work disruptions.

Outline of duties:

• Design and architect datacenter and cloud-based solutions, including the deployment of new servers and extending clusters
• Demonstrate expertise in automation tools and scripting, with proficiency in PowerShell, Ansible, and Terraform
• Install and configure both Windows and Linux Servers
• Manage and design Hypervisor environments, including VMware vSphere 7.0, Nutanix AOS, and other VMware portfolio offerings
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of disaster recovery and backup solutions, with knowledge of business continuity solutions such as Zerto and VMware SRM
• Exhibit extensive knowledge of Windows Active Directory design and support, ADCS, DHCP, Group Policies, and DNS
• Design and implement cloud architecture, with familiarity in DevOps and CI/CD pipelines, particularly Azure DevOps
• Manage and perform maintenance on Storage arrays, including experience with enterprise arrays such as HPE Alletra, Dell PowerStore, NetApp, Pure Storage, etc.
• Prioritize a security‑first mindset, incorporating least privilege and Privilege Access Management principles
• Understand 3‑tier architecture and Hyperconverged infrastructure like Nutanix AOS and VMware vSAN
• Comfortable with cross‑training and actively participates in knowledge sharing within the team
• Maintain comprehensive documentation on the environment
• Work independently with minimal oversight, progressing through projects and tasks efficiently
• Proactively adapt to changes in duties, responsibilities, and activities as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience
• Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• SQL Server Administration and management
• VDI and profile management with tools like DEM and FSLogix
• VMware VCF Administrator Certified Professional
• VMware VCF Architect Certified Professional
• AWS Solutions Architect - Professional
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience
• Self‑motivated - high initiative
• Ability to manage projects from start to finish
• Ability to use data to drive activity, productivity, and cost
• Significant knowledge datacenter software/hardware technologies

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce.