Senior Infrastructure Engineer chez Schneider Downs

As a trusted advisor in the professional services industry, you know what matters most to clients: Big thinking with a personal focus. You also know what matters most to your own success, including: career growth, work-life flexibility, leadership that cares about your ability to succeed, the opportunity to give and receive one-on-one coaching and mentoring, as well as learning opportunities that inspire professional development. Experience them all at Schneider Downs, where we’ve been providing accounting, tax, consulting, business advisory and wealth management services through our team of innovative thought leaders for over 65 years. Start building a career with people motivated to help you succeed—and enjoy more of what counts.

The Senior Infrastructure Engineer will be responsible for managing the organization's migration to cloud platforms, including Microsoft 365 and Azure. This position is responsible for leading enterprise-wide infrastructure initiatives, with an emphasis on optimizing the hybrid network environment and facilitating cloud migration efforts. Key responsibilities include managing Microsoft technologies such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Windows Servers and virtual desktops along with associated cloud infrastructure, Entra Identity Management, and Intune Endpoint Administration. This role requires close collaboration with technology partners and service providers to effectively manage, configure, and monitor the firm’s infrastructure environment.

We understand the importance of work-life balance. That's why we've embraced a hybrid work model, allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of working from home as well as in the office.

Learn more about what it’s like working at Schneider Downs here: https://tinyurl.com/2c84x2tf

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Management of technology infrastructure, including Microsoft cloud and on-premises systems, servers, telephony, networking, remote access and other essential infrastructure technologies 
• Configure, maintain and monitor Azure, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies and Intune
• Management of infrastructure projects, including implementation, upgrades and maintenance 
• Manage network devices including switches, routers, firewalls, access points and VPNs 
• Manage Windows servers and virtual desktops across hosting platforms (VMWare and Azure)
• Implementation of infrastructure standards, policies, security, resource management and optimization 
• Align identity architecture and role-based access control with zero trust security models and IT security best practices
• Development of disaster recovery plans, execution of those plans and testing for all technology infrastructure
• Provide tier 3 support to the Information Systems helpdesk and collaborate with Information Systems staff on systems, projects and technical issues
• Researching the latest technological advancements and developing recommendations for Information Systems management
• Collaborate with security, development and operations teams to ensure compliance and best practices
• Automate repetitive tasks and improve system efficiency through scripting and tooling

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field
• Minimum of three years of experience in enterprise infrastructure roles 
• Technical expertise in Azure Infrastructure and cost management, Microsoft 365 Administration, Entra ID and InTune
• Strong networking background (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing) and experience with routers, switches, firewalls, etc. 

Preferred:

• Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365 administration, networking and security certifications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) 
• Ability to work on several different aspects of a project or on multiple projects

WHERE CULTURE COUNTS
At Schneider Downs, our culture is our identity. And it’s our culture of care that makes us unique. Even as we grow, we work hard to retain this culture to continuously promote a positive, supportive work environment through our core values: Care & Respect, Integrity, Be Great, Adaptive and We Not Me.

ENJOY MORE OF THE THINGS THAT MATTER MOST
- Competitive compensation
- Insurance, including health, dental, and vision, that begin on day one
- 20+ days of paid time off and 13 paid holidays
- Flex Fridays and office closures for summer and winter breaks
- Parental leave, family care leave, and volunteer time
- 401(k) plans and profit sharing
- CPA exam bonus, education assistance program, and pet insurance

A PLACE WHERE INCLUSIVITY COUNTS
Schneider Downs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. We believe a culture of care that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion contributes to a better company, better client services, and a better world.

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