IT Systems Engineer

Job description

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Responsibilities

Architect and engineer Windows Server environments and core enterprise infrastructure, defining build standards, hardening baselines, and high-availability designsDesign and own Active Directory, Group Policy, and identity architecture including Entra ID, single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and identity integrations. Set the standards for user provisioning, deprovisioning, and access controlsArchitect virtualization (VMware), enterprise storage (SAN), and backup/recovery solutions; lead capacity planning, performance tuning, and BC/DR design and testingBuild and administer cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS), including virtual machines, storage, networking, and RBAC. Engineer secure hybrid connectivity between cloud and on-premises environmentsDevelop automation frameworks and tooling using PowerShell and APIs to standardize provisioning, configuration, patch management, and monitoring to improve operational efficiency and consistency across the environmentPartner with the Security, Development, and Analytics teams to build and execute strategic roadmaps. Develop the technical vision for systems and securityServe as the senior technical escalation point for complex infrastructure incidents. Lead root-cause analysis and drive problem management, change management, and operational improvementsCreate and own technical documentation, standards, policies, and guidelinesManage strategic vendor relationships and lead evaluation and purchase of hardware and softwareMentor Systems Analysts and junior colleaguesPerform other duties as assignedRequirements

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Server technologiesAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Entra IDProficiency in virtualized technologies (VMware) and supporting infrastructure (SAN storage, enterprise backup)Solid understanding of core networking concepts, including routing, switching, and firewallsProficiency in automation and scripting using PowerShell and APIsAbility to estimate the financial impact of individual solution architecture alternatives and to provide accurate estimates for tasks and project activityExcellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skillsStrong planning, organizational, and time-management skillsStrong communication skills and the ability to mentor analysts and junior colleagues7+ years of experience with the functional and technical aspects of IT infrastructure services and related solutions, capabilities, and technologies, including virtualization (VMware), SAN storage, and enterprise backup3+ years of identity and access management (IAM) experience, including Entra ID, SSO, and MFAAbility to travel between offices, as requiredAbility to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as neededAbility to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidaysMust be available for 24-hour emergency callsLegally eligible to work in the United StatesValid driver’s license (if applicable)Must successfully complete pre-employment testingMust be able to read and speak the English languageNice-to-haves

3+ years of experience supporting or engineering cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS)3+ years of network management, firewall, and switching experienceWindows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate preferredRed Hat Certified System Administrator preferredAWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate preferredBenefits

healthdentalvisionmatching 401(k)life insurancepaid vacation