Infrastructure Engineer I/II - Wintel
WHO WE ARE:
Zinnia is the leading technology platform for accelerating life and annuities growth. With innovative enterprise solutions and data insights, Zinnia simplifies the experience of buying, selling, and administering insurance products. All of which enables more people to protect their financial futures. Our success is driven by a commitment to three core values: be bold, team up, deliver value – and that we do. Zinnia has over $180 billion in assets under administration, serves 100+ carrier clients, 2500 distributors and partners, and over 2 million policyholders.
WHO YOU ARE:
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Windows Server administration, identity and access management, virtualization technologies, and system performance optimization. This role requires a well-rounded engineer who can ensure system reliability, security, and scalability across on-premises and cloud environments.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments (2012/2016/2019/2022).
- Manage and support Active Directory, DNS, and related services (ADDS/ADDNS).
- Administer and maintain Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including identity and access management.
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues across servers and infrastructure.
- Manage and support virtualization platforms (VMware and/or Hyper-V).
- Perform system patching, upgrades, and security hardening activities.
- Ensure backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes are implemented and maintained.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure improvements and initiatives.
- Maintain accurate documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- Experience with AWS cloud services or hybrid cloud environments.
- Knowledge of Microsoft 365 (O365) administration and services.
- Experience with automation tools and scripting (PowerShell or similar).
- Familiarity with modern infrastructure monitoring and performance tuning tools.
- Basic understanding of AI/ML concepts or exposure to related tools.
- 3+ years of experience in Windows Server administration, infrastructure engineering, or a related field.
- Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server (2012/2016/2019/2022).
- Proven experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD).
- Expertise in Active Directory and DNS (ADDS/ADDNS).
- Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware and/or Hyper-V).
- Solid understanding of system administration, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience preferred.
- Relevant Microsoft or virtualization certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, Windows Server, VMware) are a plus.
Additional Information:
This position may require occasional after-hours support for maintenance, upgrades, or critical incidents. A background check may be required depending on the nature of data access.
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