Sr. Infrastructure Engineer Job Richmond area,Virginia USA,IT/Tech

- The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer to support and enhance its hybrid infrastructure environment.
- The ideal candidate must possess strong technical expertise across 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 also demonstrate strong networking knowledge, including deep familiarity with OSI layers and network protocol behavior.
- Preferred qualifications include Microsoft- and network-focused certifications.

Key Responsibilities:

Infrastructure Operations & Administration

- Administer, maintain, and optimize Windows Server environments across on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure.
- Perform OS upgrades, patch installation, testing, and ongoing system updates to ensure reliability and security.
- Develop and use Power Shell scripts and 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.

Security & Compliance

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

Patching, Monitoring & Automation

- Manage patching cycles and use SCCM or similar platforms for automated patch deployment and reporting.
- Maintain ongoing monitoring and performance assessment of infrastructure services to identify and resolve issues proactively.

Backup & Disaster Recovery

- 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.

Production Application Support

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

Networking & Systems Integration

- Apply deep knowledge of OSI model layers and 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.

Skill
Amount
Candidate's No. of years of experience

In-depth hands-on experience working with Windows Server in hybrid environments (on-premises and cloud).
Required
6
Demonstrated ability to translate user requests, provide technical support and communicate effectively in English orally and in writing
Required
6
In-depth hands-on experience with OS upgrades, patch installation and testing,
Required
6
In-depth hands-on experience with scripting utilities (Power Shell) and Windows server scripting to accomplish centralized tasks
Required
6
In-depth experience performing regular patching and updates to ensure system security and stability.
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