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Job Description

About the Role

Insight Global is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Center Infrastructure Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and modernization of on-premises and hybrid infrastructure for a leading navigation technology company. This is a hands-on, high-impact role ideal for a technologist who thrives in dynamic environments and can drive end-to-end infrastructure projects—from planning and procurement to implementation and optimization.

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Key Responsibilities

Architect, deploy, and support infrastructure platforms: Cisco UCS/HX, Nutanix HCI, VMware vSphere/vSAN, and Cohesity

Lead infrastructure modernization initiatives including automation, disaster recovery, and hybrid cloud enablement

Plan and execute new data center builds: power, cooling, physical security, and hardware requirements

Automate provisioning and configuration using Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet

Administer Linux (Ubuntu, RHEL) and Windows Server environments

Manage core network services: DNS, DHCP, IPAM; collaborate on routing, switching, and firewall designs

Conduct performance tuning, capacity planning, and root cause analysis

Create and maintain SOPs, runbooks, and configuration documentation

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers

Travel as needed to support infrastructure deployments and data center operations

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Ideal Candidate Profile

Technically strong and self-driven—able to own and deliver infrastructure projects end-to-end

Comfortable with racking, cabling, and configuring servers and switches

Deep understanding of Cisco and Nutanix hardware platforms

Collaborative and communicative—works well with PMs and cross-functional teams

Strategic thinker with hands-on execution skills and a focus on modernization and optimization

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Skills and Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

7+ years in infrastructure engineering or data center operations

Deep hands-on expertise with Cisco UCS/HX, Nutanix HCI, VMware vSphere, and Cohesity

Strong administration skills in Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu) and Windows Server

Proficiency in automation tools: Terraform, Ansible, Puppet

Solid understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, firewalls

Scripting experience in Bash, PowerShell, or Python

Proven ability to lead complex infrastructure projects independently

Experience setting up server rooms and full-scale data centers

Knowledge of power, cooling, and physical security requirements Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

Certifications: VCP, RHCE, Nutanix NCP, CCNP, AWS/Azure Associate

Familiarity with ITIL practices and monitoring tools like SolarWinds, Prometheus, or Grafana

Exposure to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Experience in hybrid environments with a strong AWS footprint

Prior experience working on vessels or within the maritime industry

Possession of a valid TWIC Card

Open to relocation prior to full-time employment