Senior IT Operations Engineer - Networks, Azure & Security

Hensel Phelps

McLean (VA)

On-site

USD 86,000 - 129,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical insurance

Life insurance

401(K) retirement plan

HSA eligible

Vision and dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Hensel Phelps is seeking a Senior IT Operations Engineer to supervise design, build, and implementation of network systems across the operational region. The role includes planning, installing, configuring, maintaining, and supporting LAN/WAN connections, project servers, and related software, plus desktop support at regional offices and project locations.

The position requires strong leadership, hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure AD, Windows Server, VMware, and security tools, plus

Qualifications

College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science with 4+ years of work experience or 8+ years equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with executive management and department leaders to assess near- and long-term IT capacity needs
Create and maintain documentation as it relates to IT configuration, processes, and service records
Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and associated training plans for IT administration, usage, and disaster recovery
Lead in the development and implementation of policies for network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory, related documentation, and technical specifications information
Lead in the development and implementation of policies for end user devices such as: desktop, laptop and mobile
Conduct research on IT products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the technology industry
Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades
Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors for IT products and services
Plan and implement any improvement, modification, or replacement of IT infrastructure components
Plan and manage budgeting for IT hardware and software procurement
Lead in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and associated training for IT resource administration, appropriate use, and disaster recovery
Establish connectivity and uptime service level agreements
Supervise daily IT operations to ensure smooth and reliable function for fulfilling business objectives and processes
Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed
Oversee installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of end-user workstation hardware, software, and peripheral devices
Ensure network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, fax machines, and other network appliances
Manage servers, including database, e-mail, print, and backup servers and their associated operating systems and software
Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports
Participate in managing all network security solutions
Perform server and security audits, and system backups and recovery
Manage and/or provide guidance to junior members of the team.