Server Engineer II
Listed on 2026-06-18
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IT/Tech
Windows Server, Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, IT Infrastructure, Systems Engineer
About Kirkland & Ellis
At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 23 offices worldwide.
Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.
Are you ready to take on a high-impact role at the intersection of server operations, cloud management, and enterprise security? As a Server Engineer II, you’ll play a key role on our global Server Operations team, supporting and advancing a hybrid infrastructure with a strong emphasis on Linux-based systems across on‑premises datacenters and cloud environments, including Microsoft Azure.
This role focuses on day-to-day Linux server operations, drive proactive security remediation, and optimize cloud infrastructure to ensure reliability, scalability, and performance. You’ll partner across teams to deliver enterprise‑scale solutions while maintaining a secure and resilient environment that supports critical business operations.
- Server Operations & Support – Provide advanced administration and Level 2 support for global Windows and Linux environments; manage hypervisors including VMware vSphere, Nutanix Acropolis, and Hyper‑V.
- Identity & Directory Services – Administer and maintain Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPOs, and Certificate Services to ensure secure, reliable access and identity management.
- Monitoring & Automation – Use tools such as SCOM, Zabbix, SCCM, and Ansible Tower to monitor performance, resolve alerts, and automate configuration and deployment.
- Cloud Infrastructure – Engineer, operate, and optimize Microsoft Azure environments including Virtual Machines, Entra AD Connect, RBAC roles, DNS, Azure Backup, and Site Recovery; support Landing Zone design and scalability.
- Security & Compliance – Remediate vulnerabilities, apply patches, and implement configuration updates; work closely with security teams to ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.
- Project Delivery – Contribute to provisioning, migrations, upgrades, and disaster recovery planning; collaborate with internal teams and vendors to deliver solutions that balance efficiency and stability.
- Documentation & Knowledge Sharing – Maintain accurate operational procedures, system documentation, and reports to support continuity and stakeholder transparency.
- Monday through Friday from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Participation in an on‑call rotation and response to after‑hours emergencies as required
- Weekend maintenance windows, planned in advance, to support patching, upgrades, and infrastructure changes with minimal business impact
- Education – Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience.
- Experience – 5–7 years of progressive IT infrastructure experience, with at least 3+ years supporting large‑scale Windows and virtualization environments.
- Virtualization Expertise – Hands‑on experience with VMware vSphere/ESXi, Nutanix Acropolis, and Hyper‑V.
- System Administration Skills – Proficiency with Windows Server (2016–2025) and Linux distributions such as RHEL and Ubuntu.
- Cloud Knowledge – Strong background in Microsoft Azure (IaaS, Entra AD Connect, RBAC, ASR, Backup);
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure familiarity a plus. - Directory & Identity Management – Skilled in Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPOs, and Certificate Services.
- Monitoring & Configuration Tools – Experience with SCOM, Zabbix, SCCM, and Ansible Tower.
- Security & Scripting – Strong understanding of vulnerability remediation, patch management, and compliance best practices; advanced proficiency in Power Shell scripting.
- Professional Competencies – Clear communicator across technical and non‑technical audiences; strong problem‑solving abilities; ability to prioritize, stay resilient…
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