Lead Infrastructure Engineer

The Phoenix Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned infrastructure engineer to lead their hybrid IT environment. This role emphasizes expertise in Microsoft Azure and Windows Server technologies, focusing on designing resilient systems and optimizing cloud operations. You'll be responsible for overseeing the deployment of hybrid infrastructures, ensuring compliance with security standards, and modernizing legacy systems. Join a team that values innovation and offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while making a significant impact on the organization’s infrastructure strategy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in infrastructure engineering, focusing on hybrid cloud and Windows Server.
• Advanced knowledge of Azure and Windows Server ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Architect and oversee deployment of hybrid infrastructure with Azure solutions.
• Modernize and manage Windows Server infrastructure including Active Directory.

Skills

Infrastructure Engineering

Microsoft Azure

Windows Server

Virtualization

Automation

Cloud Operations

Enterprise Security

Documentation

Tools

Terraform

VMware

Kubernetes

Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

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Position Overview

We’re seeking a seasoned infrastructure engineer to take ownership of our hybrid IT environment, bridging cloud and on-premises systems with a particular emphasis on Microsoft Azure and Windows Server technologies. This role demands hands-on expertise in virtualization, automation, cloud operations, and enterprise security, with a key focus on designing resilient and scalable systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and oversee the deployment of hybrid infrastructure combining on-premises resources with Azure-based solutions.
• Define and uphold infrastructure standards for cloud and Windows Server environments to ensure they meet high benchmarks for performance, security, and efficiency.
• Spearhead transition efforts from legacy data center systems to Azure, including planning, execution, and risk mitigation.
• Administer Azure resources such as compute, networking, and storage components, optimizing for reliability and cost.
• Modernize and manage Windows Server infrastructure, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP services.
• Apply Zero Trust strategies in architecture—focusing on identity-first security, network segmentation, and minimal privilege models.
• Utilize tools like Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep to deploy and maintain infrastructure as code.
• Implement virtualization and container platforms, including VMware, Kubernetes, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Work closely with business units and IT teams to coordinate large-scale migrations with minimal service disruption.
• Introduce isolation methods to enhance system integrity and meet regulatory or organizational compliance needs.
• Ensure systems align with internal security policies and external standards across hybrid infrastructure.
• Produce comprehensive documentation covering systems architecture, migration processes, security models, and configuration details.

Required Skills & Experience

• At least five years of experience in infrastructure engineering, with a concentration in hybrid cloud environments and Windows Server ecosystems.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Azure and Windows Server-based infrastructure.
• Familiarity with enterprise services such as AD, DNS, DHCP, and security hardening strategies.
• Demonstrated success leading cloud migration efforts from traditional data centers to Azure.
• Solid understanding of virtualization solutions (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and container orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, AKS).
• Skilled in infrastructure automation and templating using Terraform, ARM, or Bicep.
• Strong grasp of Zero Trust principles and how to implement them in a hybrid IT context.
• Exceptional documentation habits and strategic planning capabilities for complex infrastructure transformations.

Preferred Certifications

• Microsoft Azure credentials (e.g., Solutions Architect, Administrator, Security Engineer).
• Industry certifications in cloud-native platforms, virtualization, or infrastructure automation (e.g., VMware VCP, Kubernetes CKA, Terraform Associate).
• Security certifications such as CISSP or CCSP are advantageous.

The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

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