IT Infrastructure Engineer presso Coherent Corp.

The IT Infrastructure Engineer plays a vital role in managing and supporting the organization's users, systems, and IT infrastructure across multiple locations, including the Microsoft Cloud platform. Serving as a key subject matter expert (SME) within the IT infrastructure team, this role collaborates closely with stakeholders to design, implement, maintain, and secure robust computing infrastructure solutions—both on-premise and in Microsoft Azure Cloud.  Come join our team!

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Design, implement and manage the Computing infrastructure technologies and cloud services delivered.
• Establish, promote, and enforce infrastructure best practices for system configuration and IT operations and security to ensure continuous availability, data integrity, performance and consistency across all platforms and systems
• Proactively plan IT Infrastructure to support employee Informational, business growth and compliance needs
• Availability to provide after-hours/on-call support, as needed
• Provide high-level support to technical team members locally and at remote sites regarding systems maintenance, implementation, and troubleshooting

Education & Experience

• BS in Comp Science, Engineering or Related field   Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 5 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD without years’ experience; or equivalent work experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain secret US Security clearance
• Microsoft Azure Administrator certification Required
• Minimum 5+ years of similar IT Systems Administration experience in a mid to large manufacturing environment.  
• Minimum 2 years Managing Microsoft Azure Infrastructures including major services related to Compute, Storage, Network and Security services

Skills

• Extensive skills in data center services and management both on premise and in the cloud
• Possess a deep understanding of cloud computing technologies along with a strong understanding of Microsoft Cloud offerings, capabilities, and limitations
• In-depth knowledge experience implementing or supporting Microsoft 365 applications including Exchange, Office products and MDM solutions
• Proven experience in troubleshooting and resolving Azure environment performance issues, connectivity issues, security issues etc.
• Able to design and implement Windows servers and services - Active Directory Virtualization etc. as needed
• Thorough understanding of infrastructure (firewalls, load balancers, hypervisor, storage, monitoring, security, etc.)
• experience with orchestration to develop a cloud solution.  
• In-depth knowledge of operating systems (Microsoft Server, Linux/Unix), Knowledge of network and data communication protocols and technologies
• Experience with Windows Server Administration, Windows Server and SQL database creation, configuration, upgrade, and patching
• Experience in supporting of Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, IIS, SSL, SMTP, and NLB (or other load-balancing technologies)
• Experience and knowledge of server operating systems; enterprise backup and recovery procedures, system performance-monitoring and DR solutions/processes  
• Experience and work in project management, application design and integration, and cloud computing solutions/platform (specifically Microsoft Azure)
• Strong working knowledge of Backup, Restore, Recovery and high availability strategies for Microsoft Azure environments.
• Windows Power-shell experience related to Microsoft Azure, Office 365, and Exchange
• Strong knowledge related to email security and security practices
• Knowledge of SOX and/or DFAR compliance essential
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with end-users and management.
• Able to work independently under minimal supervision including planning and prioritizing daily, weekly, and monthly tasks.
• Excellent working and customer service skills including verbal, written, telephone techniques, listening skills, sense of urgency and enthusiasm.
• Able to identify and assess alternatives, make decisions, and communicate the process and logic.
• Must be collaborative, facilitative, team-oriented, and self-motivated.
• Willing to travel, approximately 10%-25%

Working Conditions

• Job operates in a professional office environment
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines
• Work in a cubicle area – must be able to work in environment where employees are on the phone / speaking causing potential distractions throughout the day.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds short distances with or without assistance. 

Must be able to bend, squat or crawl to reach low objects or tight spaces   

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."

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