Infrastructure Engineer

Systems & Network Engineer/Administrator Location: Costa Mesa, California ( Onsite ) Role Overview: We are seeking a Systems and Network Engineer/Admistrator to join a dynamic IT team. This role is responsible for high-level, end-to-end IT support across the organization, from desktop support to enterprise VoIP, LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi networking, hybrid cloud infrastructure, and security operations. This is an in-office position that requires on-call availability to support global offices and continuous business operations. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive technical support for live and internet-based events, both onsite and remotely. Support and maintain Nutanix Hyper-Converged Infrastructure for production servers, including cluster health and capacity planning. Design, deploy, and manage complex Azure environments, including networking, identity, storage, backup, and disaster recovery. Manage AWS storage (S3 buckets) for backups and data archival. Use Terraform for infrastructure-as-code and GitHub for version control and collaboration. Implement and maintain Single Sign-On (SSO) and identity federation (Azure AD/Entra ID, SAML, OAuth). Administer Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, VPN, Veeam Backup, and VoIP systems. Develop and maintain scripts (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python) to automate routine tasks, deployments, and monitoring. Monitor, respond to, and help remediate findings across the organization's security toolset, including MDR, SIEM, vulnerability management, and EDR solutions. Manage building access control systems and other physical security hardware. Required Qualifications Experience: A minimum of 7 years in Active Directory, server administration, and general systems administration. A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with cloud and virtualization infrastructure, including complex Azure architecture, Nutanix AHV/Acropolis, AWS (S3/storage), Terraform, and GitHub. A minimum of 3 years of experience implementing and supporting SSO/identity federation. A minimum of 7 years of experience with LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi, routing, switching, firewalls, and VPNs. Technical Skills: Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Bash, and/or Python) for automation. Familiarity with security tools for managed detection and response (MDR), log management (SIEM), vulnerability management, and endpoint detection and response (EDR). Working experience with Linux systems administration and containerization technologies such as Docker and Portainer. Demonstrated proficiency using AI-assisted tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude) to support scripting, documentation, and troubleshooting. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Work Environment: This role requires 24x7 on-call availability to support global offices and critical operations. Participation in monthly scheduled after-hours maintenance windows is required. Domestic and international travel is a component of this position. The ability to manage multiple tasks, think critically, and maintain professionalism under pressure is essential. Compensation: This role is a Contract-To-Hire opportunity, offering a negotiable hourly W2 pay rate, and a target salary conversion of $97,500 - $124,750/year. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. 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Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide. Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. 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