Job Description
An experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer is required to manage and maintain on-premises IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and optimal performance of critical systems.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in server administration, networking, storage, virtualization, and security within an enterprise environment, and experience with Microsoft Azure.
Responsibilities
* Install, configure, and maintain Windows and Linux-based servers.
* Oversee virtualization technologies such as VMware vSphere and Hyper-V.
* Implement and optimize storage systems for efficiency.
* Ensure proper functioning of backup and disaster recovery tools (Veeam, Acronis).
* Monitor server health, logs, and ensure security compliance.
* Develop scripts in PowerShell, Bash, or Python to automate system management tasks.
* Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for automation using tools like Ansible or SCCM.
* Enhance system configuration and software deployment through automation.
Backup, Recovery & System Availability
* Design and implement systems for redundancy, failover, and continuity of operations.
* Conduct regular backup processes, replication, and disaster recovery drills.
* Ensure adherence to data security and recovery protocols.
* Manage Active Directory (AD), Group Policies (GPO), LDAP, and integrate Single Sign-On (SSO).
* Administer permissions, authentication processes, and role-based access control (RBAC).
* Provide ongoing support and guidance to internal IT staff.
* Maintain detailed infrastructure documentation, including system configurations and network topology.
* Ensure systems comply with industry standards (ISO 27001, GDPR, etc.).
* Participate in IT audits and risk assessments for infrastructure security.
Requirements
* 5+ years of hands-on experience managing on-premises IT infrastructure.
* Work experience in an international environment is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
* VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
* Strong experience with Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) and Linux (CentOS, Ubuntu, RHEL).
* Strong experience with VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, or other virtualization platforms.
* Strong expertise in enterprise storage.
* Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions (Veeam, Acronis, etc.).
* Proficiency in network administration.
* Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policies, DNS, DHCP, and LDAP.
* Experience with enterprise security solutions (firewalls, VPN, endpoint protection, SIEMs).
* Ability to write scripts in PowerShell, Bash, or Python for automation.
* Familiarity with monitoring tools like Zabbix, Nagios, etc.
Languages
* English fluent (oral and written).
* French or German would be a plus.
Location
The position is based in Bienne with travel to other sites expected.