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Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Statesville, NC

Job Description

EnergyUnited is modernizing the infrastructure that powers our cooperative and we’re seeking a **Senior Infrastructure Engineer** to lead the way. This role is perfect for a seasoned IT professional with deep expertise in **Azure** , **Office 365** , **SharePoint** , **Nutanix** , and **hybrid infrastructure** , including both **on-premise systems** and **cloud technologies** .

We're shifting our focus toward **cloud-forward architecture** and you’ll play a key role in driving that transformation.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer, you'll serve as a technical leader across both systems and network architecture. You’ll:

+ Architect and implement solutions in **Microsoft Azure** , including **IaaS** , **PaaS** , and **cloud migration** initiatives

+ Support and manage **Office 365** , **SharePoint Online** , **Entra ID (formerly Azure AD)** , and related services

+ Maintain and optimize **Nutanix** hyperconverged infrastructure and **VMware** environments

+ Balance support for both **on-premise systems** and **cloud-based platforms**

+ Manage and enhance **backup strategies** , **disaster recovery** , and business continuity systems

+ Lead infrastructure projects tied to our strategic shift toward **cloud-first** technologies

+ Support core **network services** , including virtual networks, firewalls, wireless access, and DNS/DHCP

+ Collaborate with cybersecurity and application teams to deliver secure, scalable systems

+ Serve as an escalation point for complex system and infrastructure issues

+ Participate in our on-call rotation and support storm/emergency response when needed

Skills & Requirements

What You Bring

+ 5–10 years of experience in enterprise IT infrastructure (systems and network)

+ Demonstrated experience with:

+ Strong understanding of core networking concepts and virtual networking

+ Effective communicator with strong troubleshooting and project leadership skills

Bonus If You Have

+ **AZ-104 certification** (AZ-900 required)

+ Experience with Microsoft Teams/VoIP platforms

+ Exposure to **Linux** , **SolarWinds** , or **Cisco** environments

Work Environment & Flexibility

+ Hybrid role with primary location in **Statesville, NC**

+ Occasional travel and in-office presence based on project needs, in office days on Monday’s and Thursdays

+ Participation in a **rotating on-call schedule**

+ Standard hours: **8:00 AM – 5:00 PM** , with flexibility during outages or emergencies.

Why EnergyUnited?

We’re the largest electric cooperative in North Carolina, committed to delivering safe, secure, and reliable service while investing in a smarter, cloud-based future. At EnergyUnited, you’re not just part of an IT department—you’re shaping the digital transformation of an entire energy provider.

Power the Future with Us

If you’re ready to lead impactful infrastructure projects and champion the shift to the cloud, we’d love to hear from you.