TekLead
Sr. IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer
TekLead, Livermore, California, United States, 94551
Location : Livermore, CA - Candidate needs to work on-site 3 days a week
Job Type : Full-time or Contract
Position Overview
We are looking for an experienced
Senior IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer
who is not only technically adept but also possesses a strong commitment to project completion, extreme teamwork, and coaching. The individual will be responsible for managing, designing, and implementing the company's complex IT infrastructure in a way that helps our business achieve its goals on time.
Role and Responsibilities:Infrastructure Management: Oversee, maintain, and enhance the organization's existing IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.Problem Solving: Troubleshoot high-level hardware, software, and networking issues, making sure that operational efficiency is not compromised.Project Management: Lead IT projects, ensuring they are completed within the stipulated timeline and within budget. This includes identifying and allocating resources, managing timelines, and coordinating with different teams and stakeholders.Teamwork & Collaboration: Work in close association with various teams, supporting their technical needs, and collaborating on cross-functional projects.Coaching & Development: Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing your technical expertise, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.Security & Compliance: Implement and manage security protocols and ensure the organization's IT infrastructure adheres to compliance standards.Vendor Management: Coordinate and manage relationships with vendors, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products/services.Our ideal candidate is a team player who is passionate about maintaining a high-performance IT infrastructure and who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. If you have the technical skills, a dedication to excellence, and a desire to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you.Minimum Qualifications
Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.Proven experience in managing complex IT infrastructures.Prior experience managing small-well integrated IT TeamsExperience with network design and implementation, including knowledge of network protocols, VPNs, firewalls, and routers.Strong understanding of IT security protocols and compliance standards.Experience in scripting and automation tools.Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.A proven record of mentoring and coaching junior team members.A relentless commitment to achieving project deadlines and delivering high-quality work.The ideal candidate has more than 5-years' experience in a senior network engineering position with the ability to serve as an expert partitioner in the following technologies and frameworks:Operating Systems: Deep knowledge of major operating systems like Windows, Linux, and macOS.Networking: Understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, DNS, DHCP), VPNs, firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers, and network troubleshooting.Databases: Experience with database technologies like SQL Server, MySQL, and Oracle.Cloud Platforms: Mastery of Azure including services related to authentication, compute, storage, database, networking, and various managed services.Virtualization and Containerization: Knowledge of virtualization technologies like VMWare, Hyper-V and container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.Scripting and Programming: Ability to write scripts in languages like Python, Bash, PowerShell, or Perl to automate routine tasks.Monitoring Tools: Experience with system and network monitoring tools like Dynatrace, SolarWinds, and Splunk.DevOps Practices and Tools: Understanding of CI/CD concepts and tools like Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions. Also, proficiency with version control systems, especially Git.Security: Basic understanding of IT security concepts, tools, and best practices. This could include firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, data encryption, and other security measures.ITIL/ITSM: Familiarity with IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks, such as ITIL, is required.Project Management: Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) and tools (JIRA, Trello, Asana, etc.).Local candidates preferred.
History
Teklead Corporation
is a national Information Technology Consulting company, successfully representing a wide spectrum of clients and their IT needs since 1990. Teklead is dedicated to providing the highest quality
software development/support
and
IT staffing services , both onsite and offshore, using top-notch IT professionals. Having a deep understanding of the IT industry and taking advantage of our extensive network, we've been able to distinguish ourselves by meeting our client's needs and challenges. Our success and reputation are supported by long-lasting client relationships, exceptional customer service and commitment to providing excellent IT solutions.
With more than 25 years of experience, Teklead has expanded to reach a global-level and now has offices in
North America (Los Angeles, CA, New York, NY, Dallas, TX), Europe (London, UK)
and the
Asia Pacific (Banglore, Karnataka, India) . As demand for IT - and more, specifically, high quality and cost effective ADM services - increases, Teklead plans to meet that demand. We are constantly looking to expand our operation through increased screening, hiring and IT training, in addition to expanding our delivery centers in North America and the Asia Pacific regions.
Job Type : Full-time or Contract
Position Overview
We are looking for an experienced
Senior IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer
who is not only technically adept but also possesses a strong commitment to project completion, extreme teamwork, and coaching. The individual will be responsible for managing, designing, and implementing the company's complex IT infrastructure in a way that helps our business achieve its goals on time.
Role and Responsibilities:Infrastructure Management: Oversee, maintain, and enhance the organization's existing IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.Problem Solving: Troubleshoot high-level hardware, software, and networking issues, making sure that operational efficiency is not compromised.Project Management: Lead IT projects, ensuring they are completed within the stipulated timeline and within budget. This includes identifying and allocating resources, managing timelines, and coordinating with different teams and stakeholders.Teamwork & Collaboration: Work in close association with various teams, supporting their technical needs, and collaborating on cross-functional projects.Coaching & Development: Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing your technical expertise, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.Security & Compliance: Implement and manage security protocols and ensure the organization's IT infrastructure adheres to compliance standards.Vendor Management: Coordinate and manage relationships with vendors, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products/services.Our ideal candidate is a team player who is passionate about maintaining a high-performance IT infrastructure and who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. If you have the technical skills, a dedication to excellence, and a desire to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you.Minimum Qualifications
Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.Proven experience in managing complex IT infrastructures.Prior experience managing small-well integrated IT TeamsExperience with network design and implementation, including knowledge of network protocols, VPNs, firewalls, and routers.Strong understanding of IT security protocols and compliance standards.Experience in scripting and automation tools.Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.A proven record of mentoring and coaching junior team members.A relentless commitment to achieving project deadlines and delivering high-quality work.The ideal candidate has more than 5-years' experience in a senior network engineering position with the ability to serve as an expert partitioner in the following technologies and frameworks:Operating Systems: Deep knowledge of major operating systems like Windows, Linux, and macOS.Networking: Understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, DNS, DHCP), VPNs, firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers, and network troubleshooting.Databases: Experience with database technologies like SQL Server, MySQL, and Oracle.Cloud Platforms: Mastery of Azure including services related to authentication, compute, storage, database, networking, and various managed services.Virtualization and Containerization: Knowledge of virtualization technologies like VMWare, Hyper-V and container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.Scripting and Programming: Ability to write scripts in languages like Python, Bash, PowerShell, or Perl to automate routine tasks.Monitoring Tools: Experience with system and network monitoring tools like Dynatrace, SolarWinds, and Splunk.DevOps Practices and Tools: Understanding of CI/CD concepts and tools like Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions. Also, proficiency with version control systems, especially Git.Security: Basic understanding of IT security concepts, tools, and best practices. This could include firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, data encryption, and other security measures.ITIL/ITSM: Familiarity with IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks, such as ITIL, is required.Project Management: Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) and tools (JIRA, Trello, Asana, etc.).Local candidates preferred.
History
Teklead Corporation
is a national Information Technology Consulting company, successfully representing a wide spectrum of clients and their IT needs since 1990. Teklead is dedicated to providing the highest quality
software development/support
and
IT staffing services , both onsite and offshore, using top-notch IT professionals. Having a deep understanding of the IT industry and taking advantage of our extensive network, we've been able to distinguish ourselves by meeting our client's needs and challenges. Our success and reputation are supported by long-lasting client relationships, exceptional customer service and commitment to providing excellent IT solutions.
With more than 25 years of experience, Teklead has expanded to reach a global-level and now has offices in
North America (Los Angeles, CA, New York, NY, Dallas, TX), Europe (London, UK)
and the
Asia Pacific (Banglore, Karnataka, India) . As demand for IT - and more, specifically, high quality and cost effective ADM services - increases, Teklead plans to meet that demand. We are constantly looking to expand our operation through increased screening, hiring and IT training, in addition to expanding our delivery centers in North America and the Asia Pacific regions.