Infrastructure Systems Engineer

Job Details: Job Description: Embark with us on a journey of growth and transformation as we create exceptionally engineered technology and bring AI everywhere. As a valued team member, your adaptability and attention to detail will contribute to our drive for results and relentless pursuit of quality, ensuring we meet our customers' needs with precision. Join us and build on our legacy of innovation and collaboration as we deliver world‑changing technology that improves the life of every person on the planet. Life at Intel: https://jobs.intel.com/en/life-at-intel Intel's Foundry Automation (IFA) group is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Systems Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will lead the architecture, deployment, optimization, automation, and lifecycle management of enterprise Windows Server platforms, with, supporting engineering, manufacturing, cloud, virtualization, and application infrastructure environments. You will be responsible for delivering secure, highly available, and scalable infrastructure services while driving platform modernization initiatives across physical, virtual, and cloud-enabled environments. This role is central to designing, implementing, maintaining, and scaling Microsoft-based infrastructure that supports Intel Foundry's critical manufacturing and engineering operations. While the environment is primarily Windows-focused, the role also provides operational support for Linux platforms, particularly Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), within hybrid infrastructure environments. You will collaborate closely with platform engineering, cloud, virtualization, network, security, storage, and software engineering teams to build reliable, automated, and highly available infrastructure services. The ideal candidate combines strong Windows systems expertise with automation, infrastructure engineering, and operational excellence. Experience administering Linux systems is desirable, but deep knowledge of enterprise Windows technologies, identity services, security, and automation is the primary focus of this role. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Lead the lifecycle management of Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, and future Windows Server platforms, including deployment, configuration, patching, hardening, upgrades, and decommissioning. Design, implement, and support core Microsoft infrastructure services including: Active Directory Group Policy DNS and DHCP PKI and Certificate Services IIS and .NET application hosting Windows Failover Clustering Microsoft SQL Server infrastructure Develop and maintain automation solutions using PowerShell, Python, and Bash to streamline infrastructure provisioning, compliance, patch management, monitoring, and operational workflows. Implement and maintain Windows security controls, including vulnerability remediation, endpoint protection, privileged access management, system hardening, and compliance requirements. Support Windows-based workloads running on VMware, OpenShift Virtualization, and cloud-hosted environments. Provide operational administration and support for Linux systems, including RHEL deployment, patching, troubleshooting, security maintenance, and lifecycle management. Monitor infrastructure health, perform performance tuning, troubleshoot complex operating system and platform issues, and drive root-cause analysis for production incidents. Collaborate with network, storage, security, and platform engineering teams to deliver resilient enterprise infrastructure solutions. Develop and maintain operational documentation, architecture standards, implementation procedures, and troubleshooting guides. The Ideal Candidate Must Demonstrate: Strong hands-on experience administering Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, and enterprise Microsoft infrastructure environments. Deep knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, PKI, IIS, Windows authentication, and Microsoft security technologies. Strong PowerShell scripting and automation experience, with familiarity in Python and Bash. Experience supporting highly available, large-scale Windows environments in virtualized and hybrid infrastructure deployments. Working knowledge of Linux administration, preferably Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). Knowledge of Windows security, patch management, system hardening, identity management, and compliance best practices. Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and cross-functional collaboration skills. This position requires regular onsite presence at our Chandler, Arizona facility. Qualifications: Candidates must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. The experience listed below may be obtained through schoolwork, research, classes and project work, internships, military training, and/or work experience. Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline. 3+ years of hands-on experience administering enterprise environments Preferred qualifications: 5+ years of Windows infrastructure engineering experience. 1+ years of Linux administration experience, preferably RHEL. Experience with VMware, OpenShift Virtualization, or hybrid cloud platforms. Familiarity with Ansible, PowerShell DSC, or similar automation and configuration management tools. Knowledge of NIST, CIS Benchmarks, and Microsoft Security Baselines. Experience supporting manufacturing, engineering, or mission-critical infrastructure environments. We welcome motivated professionals to bring their expertise and enthusiasm to Intel, where you will have the opportunity to grow your career while helping to shape the future of technology in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Apply today to be part of Intel's journey to redefine possibilities. Interview Tips: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/jobs/hiring.html Job Type: Experienced Hire Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, Arizona, Phoenix Additional Locations: Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A Benefits We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel . Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $100,550.00-194,270.00 USD The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Work Model for this Role This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change. * ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. 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