Sr. Infrastructure Engineer – Contract Position

Contract Length: 10 months with the possibility of extending based on project need.

Candidate currently residing in Richmond, VA area is required.

Will be required to come on-site 1-2 days a week after initial training and knowledge transfer.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Infrastructure Engineer with extensive experience managing Windows Server environments in both on-premises and cloud-based settings.

The client is seeking an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer
to support and enhance its hybrid infrastructure environment. The ideal candidate mustpossessstrong technicalexpertiseacross

Windows Server,cloud platforms, security, patching, automation, and production application support. This role requires in-depth and hands‑on experience performing upgrades, migrations, remediation, and troubleshooting within mission‑critical systems.

The Senior Infrastructure Engineer will work across diverse technologies including

Java,.NET,Oracle,SQL,Microsoft Dynamics, and warehouse platforms, supporting both server-level and complex production application needs. The engineer must alsodemonstratestrong networking knowledge, including deep familiarity withOSI layersand network protocol behavior. Preferred qualifications include Microsoft- and network-focused certifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer,maintain, and optimize
  
  Windows Server environments across on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure.
• PerformOS upgrades, patch installation, testing, and ongoing system updates to ensure reliability and security.
• Develop and usePower
  
  Shell scriptsand other automation tools to execute centralized and repetitive tasks efficiently.
• Lead and execute server migrations, including transitioning workloads from on-premises systems into cloud platforms.

• Implement andmaintainsecurity configurations for servers, including endpoint protection, access control, and hardening standards.
• Conduct vulnerability remediation for servers and applications tomaintainsecurity compliance.
• Work with security tools and processes to ensure consistent protection and monitoring.

• Manage patching cycles and useSCCMor similar platforms for automated patch deployment and reporting.
• Maintain ongoing monitoring and performance assessment of infrastructure services toidentifyand resolve issues proactively.

• Oversee routine backup operations and support recovery processes for mission-critical systems.
• Develop, refine, and support
  
  Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies to minimize downtime and protect data integrity.

• Provide advanced server-level support for enterprise applications , Java, SQL, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, and warehouse technologies.
• Troubleshoot high-impact production issues across hybrid infrastructure and middleware layers.

• Apply deep knowledge ofOSI model layersand networking protocols to diagnose connectivity and application issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application deployments and infrastructure enhancements.

• Translate business or user requests into actionable technical solutions and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Work closely with the IT Portfolio Manager and Infrastructure & Operations teams to align engineering efforts with organizational needs.

In-depth hands-on experience working with Windows Server in hybrid environments (on-premises and cloud). Required, 6 Years

Demonstrated ability to translate user requests, provide technical support and communicate effectively in English orally and in writing. Required, 6 Years

In-depth hands-on experience with OS upgrades, patch installation and testing, Required, 6
Years

In-depth hands-on experience with scripting utilities (Power Shell) and Windows server scripting to accomplish centralized tasks. Required, 6 Years

In-depth experience performing regular patching and updates to ensure system security and stability. Required, 6 Years

Experience overseeing backup operations and recovery processes in mission critical…