Server Engineer

DataNet IT

  • Clayton, North Carolina
  • 6 days ago

    Highlights

    The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, virtualization, workstation/server troubleshooting, and IT infrastructure supporting laboratory or other specialized equipment . This is an onsite opportunity working as part of a high-performing infrastructure engineering team supporting critical laboratory systems and business applications.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationClayton, North Carolina

    Description

    We are seeking an experienced Server Engineer to support IT infrastructure and systems within a Quality Control (QC) laboratory environment. This is an onsite opportunity working as part of a high-performing infrastructure engineering team supporting critical laboratory systems and business applications.

    The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, virtualization, workstation/server troubleshooting, and IT infrastructure supporting laboratory or other specialized equipment.

    What You'll Do

    • Provide hands-on technical support for IT infrastructure and systems supporting laboratory operations.
    • Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Server environments.
    • Support Windows Server 2000 through Windows Server 2022, including legacy operating systems.
    • Administer Active Directory, including users, groups, permissions, and Group Policy.
    • Build and configure virtual servers using VMware vCenter.
    • Support Windows workstation operating systems, including Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 10, and Windows 11.
    • Configure and troubleshoot applications on workstations and servers in coordination with vendors.
    • Install and support server hardware, storage, and related infrastructure, including rack installation.
    • Troubleshoot server, workstation, network, and connectivity issues.
    • Use IT service management/ticketing systems such as ServiceNow to document and manage incidents and requests.
    • Work directly with laboratory users, vendors, and non-IT stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
    • Participate in infrastructure projects, upgrades, implementations, and system deployments.
    • Follow established procedures and documentation requirements in a highly controlled technical environment.

    Required Qualifications

    • 5+ years of hands-on IT infrastructure/server engineering experience, preferably supporting laboratory equipment or specialized technical environments.
    • Strong experience with Microsoft Windows Server, including legacy and current versions.
    • Hands-on experience with Active Directory and Group Policy.
    • Experience building and managing virtual servers using VMware vCenter.
    • Experience supporting Windows desktop operating systems.
    • Strong server, workstation, and network troubleshooting skills.
    • Experience with endpoint/security or monitoring tools such as SCCM, Microsoft System Center, Splunk, Carbon Black, McAfee, or similar technologies.
    • Experience configuring applications and systems in collaboration with third-party vendors.
    • Experience with ServiceNow or a similar IT ticketing/ITSM platform.
    • Ability to install and work with server hardware, storage, and rack-mounted equipment.
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a technical team and business users.

    Nice to Have

    • Experience working in a regulated environment, such as pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical, financial services, or defense.
    • PowerShell scripting experience.
    • Networking experience, including basic network troubleshooting and connectivity concepts.
    • Experience supporting laboratory, manufacturing, or other specialized technical equipment.
    Location: Clayton, NC
    Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite


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