Infrastructure Engineer

TEKsystems
$40.00 - $45.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, New Jersey, Newark
Jul 23, 2025
Description Position Summary - The IT Lead is responsible for supervising the IT department resources and the department's workload, under the direction of the Director of IT, ensuring that technology strategies align with the organization's goals. This role involves overseeing and supporting the setup, operation, and maintenance of our network and system infrastructure, including both on-premises and cloud environments. The IT Lead will guide the team and take a hands-on approach in managing cloud infrastructure, configuring systems, deploying patches, implementing security measures, and troubleshooting issues. By collaborating with the IT Director, Security Team, Desktop Engineers, and Development Teams, the IT Lead will support the construction of robust cloud infrastructure that aligns with NJII's objectives while ensuring the secure and efficient operation of computing platforms, servers, and networks. Essential Functions - Develop and implement IT strategies that align with organizational objectives and enhance operational efficiency. Lead and mentor the IT team, providing guidance and support in their professional development. Oversee the design, implementation, and management of IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, and networks. Provide technical guidance on network/system infrastructure issues. Manage procurement, testing, installation, and support of network equipment and systems (LAN, DMZ, WAN, routers, switches, Access Points, WLAN Controllers). Ensure expertise in Azure cloud infrastructure and services (e.g., Azure Web Apps, Virtual WAN, Firewalls, VNets) and the Microsoft 365 ecosystem (e.g., Intune, Azure AD). Conduct audits, support penetration tests, and manage a Microsoft domain environment. Lead cloud recommendations and security readiness; implement, manage, and secure cloud systems with the NJII technical team. Monitor and evaluate the performance of IT systems and processes, making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Skills* Infrastructure, Azure, Windows, Office 365, Cloud, Microsoft Top Skills Details Infrastructure,Azure,Windows,Office 365,Cloud,Microsoft Additional Skills & Qualifications Additional Functions - Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and continuous improvement within the IT department. Develop new alerts/monitoring techniques and recommend solutions for help desk and systems management improvement. Coordinate the design and execution of backup and disaster recovery plans. Prepare and present reports on IT performance, project status, and budget expenditures to management. Participate in strategic planning initiatives to align IT goals with organizational growth and development. All other duties as assigned. Prerequisite Qualifications - 1.Education/Degree Required Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred. Relevant experience may substitute for the Education Requirements above. 2.Years of Experience Required Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in IT management, with at least 4 years focused on managing Firewalls, Windows, Linux, server environments, and Microsoft Cloud (Azure, Defender, Sentinel, Endpoint Manager). 3.Knowledge/Skills Required Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, including networking, servers, and cloud computing. Proficient in project management methodologies and tools. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Deep understanding and configuration skills for network systems and protocols (e.g., SMTP, SNMP, DNS, NTP, FTP, TCP/IP, NFS). Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and experience with server and desktop systems patching. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Experience Level Intermediate Level Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Newark,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.