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We are in search of a dedicated Infrastructure Engineer to be a part of our team. Based in Newark, New Jersey, you will be instrumental in administering Windows Server environments, managing cybersecurity, and automating routine tasks. This role provides an opportunity for a long-term contract employment.
Responsibilities:
Administering and maintaining Windows Server environments, including installations, configurations, and upgrades.
Managing and troubleshooting Active Directory, domain controllers, user accounts, group policies, and organizational units.
Monitoring system performance, troubleshooting hardware/software issues, and implementing performance tuning and optimization techniques.
Implementing and managing backup solutions for critical systems and performing regular system restores and disaster recovery testing.
Configuring and managing firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network security policies.
Utilizing PowerShell or other scripting languages to automate routine administrative tasks, such as patch management, system updates, and user account creation.
Conducting regular vulnerability assessments of Windows servers, workstations, and other Microsoft-based systems using tools like Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Nessus, or Qualys.
Regularly deploying security patches and updates to mitigate known vulnerabilities across all systems and applications.
Enforcing strong user authentication mechanisms, managing permissions, implementing multi-factor authentication, and ensuring compliance with least privilege access policies.
Responding to and investigating security incidents, analyzing logs, determining the root cause of security breaches, and recommending remediation steps.
Performing security audits on systems, configurations, and logs to ensure compliance with organizational security policies and standards.
Deploying and managing cybersecurity tools such as anti-viranti-malware, endpoint detection and response, and data loss prevention solutions.
Ensuring data protection policies are enforced and managing encryption tools for protecting sensitive data in transit and at rest.
Requirements
MDM, Intune, San Storage, Linux/Unix protocols, AWS, Windows patching
Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.
We are in search of a dedicated Infrastructure Engineer to be a part of our team. Based in Newark, New Jersey, you will be instrumental in administering Windows Server environments, managing cybersecurity, and automating routine tasks. This role provides an opportunity for a long-term contract employment.
Responsibilities:
Administering and maintaining Windows Server environments, including installations, configurations, and upgrades.
Managing and troubleshooting Active Directory, domain controllers, user accounts, group policies, and organizational units.
Monitoring system performance, troubleshooting hardware/software issues, and implementing performance tuning and optimization techniques.
Implementing and managing backup solutions for critical systems and performing regular system restores and disaster recovery testing.
Configuring and managing firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network security policies.
Utilizing PowerShell or other scripting languages to automate routine administrative tasks, such as patch management, system updates, and user account creation.
Conducting regular vulnerability assessments of Windows servers, workstations, and other Microsoft-based systems using tools like Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Nessus, or Qualys.
Regularly deploying security patches and updates to mitigate known vulnerabilities across all systems and applications.
Enforcing strong user authentication mechanisms, managing permissions, implementing multi-factor authentication, and ensuring compliance with least privilege access policies.
Responding to and investigating security incidents, analyzing logs, determining the root cause of security breaches, and recommending remediation steps.
Performing security audits on systems, configurations, and logs to ensure compliance with organizational security policies and standards.
Deploying and managing cybersecurity tools such as anti-viranti-malware, endpoint detection and response, and data loss prevention solutions.
Ensuring data protection policies are enforced and managing encryption tools for protecting sensitive data in transit and at rest.
Requirements
MDM, Intune, San Storage, Linux/Unix protocols, AWS, Windows patching
Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.
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