Sr IT Infrastructure Engineer/Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer

AIPSO is a management organization and service provider for various insurance industry groups responsible for administering the residual market. We are a national organization that serves local customer needs. Centralization and standardization are key to many AIPSO services because of the inherent economies of scale and other efficiencies. However, our organization is based on customer focus and recognizes the need for flexibility in serving customer groups with diverse interests.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture, implementation, and ongoing administration of Microsoft cloud and identity platforms, including Azure, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and hybrid identity solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and security requirements.
• Provide technical leadership for core on-premises infrastructure platforms, including Windows Server, Active Directory, VMware, and related enterprise technologies, driving stability, optimization, and modernization initiatives.
• Support and develop systems for server provisioning and decommission.
• Work alongside business units to identify and develop technology solutions to business needs.
• Follow-up on remediation of audit and penetration testing finds.
• Lead collaboration efforts across end users and cross-functional teams, including Network & Security, Application Development, and the Project Management Office.
• After-hours support for Infrastructure related emergencies as well as occasional weekend maintenance.

Education:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field preferred; Master's degree (MIS) is a plus. Additional appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience:
Seven or more years related experience in administration of virtualization, network systems, and security. Implement, monitor, and maintain Microsoft Azure solutions, including major services related to compute, storage, network, and security.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Proficient with Microsoft 365 productivity tools (e.g., Office 365) for effective task management and collaboration.

• Strong ability to evaluate, define, and document IT processes, standards, and operational procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Active Directory administration and best practices, including Users & Groups, Group Policy, DNS, and ADDS in hybrid environments.
• Advanced PowerShell automation skills, including design, development, governance, and maintenance of scalable scripts and automation frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex issues, identify root causes, and evaluate multiple solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing requirements while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong technical aptitude with a continuous learning mindset and awareness of emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional environments.
• Demonstrated ability to provide best practice guidance and influence technical decisions across teams and leadership.
• Experience designing and implementing process improvements and automation to streamline operational tasks and improve consistency.

Salary Range : $92,300 - $147,500/$110,200 - $176,000 Annual . A ctual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; internal equity and other conditions of employment.

AIPSO is an equal opportunity employer. To this end, all employment related decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis and in full compliance with federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.