Infrastructure Architect

Company Description

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on X.

Job Description

Job Summary:

You’ll be joining a team that manages and architects all infrastructure ecosystems company wide.

We are seeking a self-starter with years of IT experience to round out a great team and bring new skillsets to our organization. We are looking for the Ideal Team Player.

We are looking for someone with expert knowledge across of at least 3 of the following infrastructure technologies:

• Virtualization platforms (e.g. Hyper-V, VMware).
• Hyper Converged Infrastructure and Virtual Storage Attached Networking.
• Cloud platforms, including their features and capabilities with providers such as Azure GCCH and commercial tenants.
• Enterprise Operating Systems and Databases (e.g. Windows Server,).
• It would be advantageous that you can also demonstrate knowledge of the following:
• Microsoft 365 platforms, concepts and architecture including: Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, EntraID.
• Network technologies (e.g. firewalls, switching and routing) and network architecture.
• Project management tools and techniques.
• Cyber Security mindset a plus.
• The ideal candidate would also be educated to degree level or possess relevant professional experience.

• Strong infrastructure architecture skills in architecting technology components across software, infrastructure and networks.
• Ability to take a loose set of requirements and build a high-level architecture using common standards. Refining the architecture as more information is discovered, decisions identified, and choices are made.
• Proven ability to analyze complex components, identify decision points, draw conclusions and produce design artefacts.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people within a broad group of stakeholders including project managers, business analysts, developers, engineers and testers.
• Experience of designing and delivering systems using industry standard frameworks and other mainstream standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Delivery focused with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment to drive activities forward and meet demanding deadlines.
• Some Enterprise Security experience (e.g. IDS/IPS, Encryption, PKI).

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Manage co-location datacenter utilizing IaaS and various pieces on capital equipment ensuring zero to no downtime, documentation, best practices.
• Design, deploy, and maintain Windows and Linux-based systems in both ESXi and cloud environments. Ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of the systems.
• Advise on best practices for core services such as Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, and Group Policy.
• Co-manage, implement, and manage Azure infrastructure components, including virtual machines, virtual networks, storage accounts, Azure AD(Entra ID), and enterprise app registrations in both GCCH and Commercial cloud environments.
• Some Knowledge of AWS cloud resources, including EC2 instances, S3 buckets, RDS databases, and IAM roles.
• Manage and Design complex VMware and Windows hypervisor technologies to design, deploy, and manage virtualized environments for performance and scalability.
• Comanage and Maintain enterprise backup and storage solutions, including Rubrik Backup Appliance and PureStorage Arrays.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and deployment using tools like Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, and Azure Automation.
• Enhance monitoring system tools such as SolarWinds, Nagios and all associated components and modules a must.
• Implement performance tuning measures to enhance infrastructure reliability and efficiency. Create monitoring profiles and dashboards within SolarWinds.
• Work with cross-functional teams to design scalable, secure, and highly available infrastructure solutions.
• Share expertise and mentor team members through documentation and training sessions.
• Develop and maintain backup strategies and disaster recovery plans for critical systems and data.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices related to infrastructure engineering, cloud computing, and virtualization.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and deployment using tools like Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, and Azure Automation.
• Enhance monitoring system tools such as SolarWinds, Nagios and all associated components and modules a must.
• Implement performance tuning measures to enhance infrastructure reliability and efficiency. Create monitoring profiles and dashboards within SolarWinds.
• Work with cross-functional teams to design scalable, secure, and highly available infrastructure solutions.
• Share expertise and mentor team members through documentation and training sessions.
• Develop and maintain backup strategies and disaster recovery plans for critical systems and data.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices related to infrastructure engineering, cloud computing, and virtualization.

Qualifications

Education, Experience & License or Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering with a focus on Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Strong proficiency in Windows server administration, Linux system administration, and performance tuning.
• Hands-on experience with Azure services in GCCH and Commercial tenants along with 0365. Must have VMs, Azure Networking, Azure Storage, experience.
• Expertise in VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter.
• Experience with scripting and automation tools like PowerShell, Python, and Bash.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong experience with SolarWinds monitoring platform.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or higher.
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP).
• Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a self-starter and understand the value this role brings to the business.

Travel/Physical Requirements:

• Some travel will be required with this role within the USA.

Additional Information

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. 

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected].