Lead Infrastructure Engineer (Onsite)

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a Lead Infrastructure Engineer in Springdale, AR to guide design, implementation, and support of enterprise infrastructure spanning servers, networks, storage, and endpoint environments.

The role emphasizes mentorship, reliability, security, and high performance, with collaboration across DevOps, IT, and business teams to translate requirements into scalable solutions and optimized operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of infrastructure management, network administration, or system engineering experience.
• IT certifications are a plus.
• Proficiency in scripting languages and automation.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V).
• Strong knowledge of security best practices and identity management.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of complex infrastructure solutions across network, servers, storage, and virtualization.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers across cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with business units to translate requirements into scalable infrastructure solutions.
• Lead performance analysis, capacity planning, and optimization for high availability and end-user productivity.
• Implement and maintain security controls across devices and endpoints, including identity integration.
• Manage cloud-based services (Azure, AWS) for cost, scalability, and performance.
• Automate deployment, configuration, and monitoring using IaC and standard tooling.
• Coordinate with DevOps and operations to ensure smooth deployment and CI.
• Engage with ITSM platforms for incident, change, and asset management.

Skills

Scripting languages

VMware

Hyper-V

Security protocols

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Windows Server

Active Directory

Intune

SCCM

Autopilot

Job description

Position Summary

The Lead Infrastructure Engineer is a senior-level professional responsible for leading and overseeing the design, implementation, and support of the organization's infrastructure systems, with emphasis on the platforms and technologies that deliver a reliable, secure, and high-performing end-user computing experience. This role provides expert guidance, mentorship, and technical leadership to the team, ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of the company's infrastructure across server, endpoint, and modern workplace environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of complex infrastructure solutions, including network architecture, server configurations, storage systems, and virtualization technologies, as well as the platforms that support end-user computing.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers and fostering a collaborative, service-oriented environment.
• Lead collaborative sessions with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable and efficient infrastructure solutions.
• Lead sessions with cross-functional teams to review performance analysis, capacity planning, and optimization of infrastructure and endpoint services to ensure high availability, performance, and user productivity.
• Implement and maintain security measures to protect infrastructure systems from potential threats and vulnerabilities, including device- and endpoint-level controls, compliance, and identity integration.
• Manage and optimize cloud-based infrastructure services (such as Microsoft Azure or AWS) to ensure cost-effectiveness, scalability, and performance.
• Automate infrastructure deployment, configuration, and monitoring processes using industry-standard tools and infrastructure-as-code practices.
• Lead collaborative sessions with DevOps and operations teams to integrate automation practices and ensure seamless deployment and continuous integration.
• Partner with service management and operations teams on incident, request, asset, and change workflows to support consistent service delivery and SLA adherence.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices - including automation and AI-enabled productivity tools - and recommend improvements to enhance system performance and the end-user experience.
• Perform other assigned job-related duties that align with our organization's vision, mission, and values and fall within your scope of practice.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience. Computer Science or Computer Engineering preferred.

Experience: 5+ years of relevant and practical experience in infrastructure management, network administration, or system engineering.

Certification(s): Any relevant IT certification preferred.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in scripting languages.
• Extensive experience with virtualization technologies, such as VMware or Hyper‑V.
• Thorough knowledge of security protocols and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with one or more endpoint management platforms, such as Microsoft Intune (MDM), Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (SCCM), or Autopilot.
• Experience supporting Windows client operating systems, Windows 365, and/or the Microsoft 365 application suite.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled productivity tools (such as Microsoft Copilot) and endpoint automation capabilities.
• Experience working within an ITSM platform, such as ServiceNow, for incident, request, asset, or change management.
• Working knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, and device and identity management.
• Experience with enterprise hardware platforms and lifecycle management tools, such as Dell.
• Experience managing cloud-based services within the Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 ecosystem.

Leadership and Soft Skills:

• Mentoring: Mentoring and coaching of junior and mid-level engineers.
• Strategic Thinking: Strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities for infrastructure planning.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities for complex infrastructure challenges.
• Strategic Alignment: Aligning technical solutions with long-term business goals.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working effectively with various departments and stakeholders.
• Conflict Resolution: Addressing and resolving team conflicts and technical disagreements.
• Skill Development: Developing the skills and capabilities of team members.

Employment Details

Not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Not eligible for relocation assistance.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No.

Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America).

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

Other Information

Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.