Network Systems Infrastructure Engineer

SolomonEdwards; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SolomonEdwards is seeking a Network Systems Infrastructure Engineer to build, run, and scale core computer and network systems in a fast-paced environment. You will manage local data centers, cloud connections, and multi-site routing to keep the company online and secure.

You will bridge hardware and cloud architecture, troubleshoot complex issues, and automate daily tasks, with a focus on reliability, security, and scalable infrastructure across on-premises and cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT infrastructure, network engineering, or systems administration.
• Deep knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPN, DNS/DHCP.
• Experience with Linux and Windows Server, plus VMWare/Hyper-V.
• Hands-on AWS/Azure/GCP IaaS deployment experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and support enterprise routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Manage physical and virtual servers, hypervisors, and related software.
• Maintain hybrid connections and cloud storage in AWS or Azure.
• Monitor network traffic, patch systems, and enforce security rules.
• Provide tier-three escalation support for complex issues.
• Plan hardware health and network upgrades.

Skills

5+ years IT infrastructure experience

TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPN

Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu) & Windows Server

Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP

Networking hardware & cabling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

Tools

VMware vSphere

Hyper-V

Job description

SolomonEdwards is a national professional services firm offering financial, operational and technology consulting and operations support. Whether you need specialized consulting services or additional support to execute key initiatives, we bring the right people and expertise together to turn business challenges into value-creation opportunities.

Position Summary

We want a skilled Network Systems Infrastructure Engineer to build, run, and scale our core computer and network systems. You will manage local data centers, cloud connections, and multi-site routing to keep our company online and secure. You will bridge the gap between low-level hardware and high-level cloud architecture, fixing hard problems and automating daily tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Network Operations: Design, configure, and support enterprise routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Systems Administration: Manage physical and virtual servers (Linux and Windows Server), plus hypervisors like VMware and Nutanix.
• Cloud & Hybrid Infrastructure: Maintain hybrid connections, virtual private clouds, and storage volumes in platforms like AWS or Microsoft Azure.
• Monitoring & Security: Track network traffic, patch systems, harden endpoints against threats, and enforce security rules.
• Troubleshooting: Act as tier-three escalation support to fix complex routing, hardware, and uptime failures.
• Capacity Planning: Track hardware health, forecast future data growth, and plan network upgrades.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years working in IT infrastructure, network engineering, or systems administration.
• Networking Protocols: Deep knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPN tunnels, and DNS/DHCP.
• OS & Virtualization: Strong command of Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu) and Windows Server environments, alongside VMware vSphere or Hyper-V.
• Cloud Platforms: Hands-on setup experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS).
• Hardware & Cabling: Familiarity with enterprise data center switching, rack stacking, and fiber/copper structured cabling.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Preferred Certifications

• CCNA or CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Associate/Professional)
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Azure Administrator