Enterprise Infrastructure Engineer

Inotiv is seeking an experienced Enterprise Infrastructure Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain our virtualized server infrastructure across Windows and Linux environments. This is a hands-on, individual-contributor role focused on the health, performance, and security of our virtualization platforms and the enterprise systems that run on them, performed in a remote capacity.   Key Accountabilities Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise virtualization environments (VMware vSphere/ESXi, Hyper-V, or similar) as well as supporting Microsoft Azure-hosted virtual infrastructure. Provision, configure, and manage Windows Server and Linux virtual machines supporting production, test, and development workloads. Monitor infrastructure performance and capacity, proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks across compute, and storage resources. Apply patches, security updates, and firmware upgrades to hypervisors, guest operating systems, and supporting hardware on a regular maintenance cadence. Administer core Windows Server services (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, File/Print services) and standard Linux administration tasks (user management, cron, systemd, package management, shell scripting). Design and maintain backup, replication, and disaster recovery processes for virtualized workloads; participate in DR testing and documentation. Support and maintain storage systems (SAN/NAS) as they relate to virtualization infrastructure. Maintain infrastructure documentation, including system diagrams, standard operating procedures, and configuration standards. Respond to infrastructure incidents and provide timely troubleshooting and root-cause analysis. Identify opportunities for automation of routine infrastructure tasks (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Ansible, or similar tooling). Collaborate with security, networking, and application teams to ensure infrastructure meets compliance, availability, and performance requirements. Evaluate and recommend new tools, platforms, and practices to improve infrastructure reliability and efficiency. Other special projects and duties as assigned Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience considered. 3+ years of hands-on experience administering enterprise virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere/ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, or equivalent). Solid working knowledge of both Windows Server and Linux server administration in a production environment. Experience with enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions for virtualized environments. Understanding of core networking concepts (VLANs, DNS, DHCP, firewalls, load balancing) as they apply to virtualized infrastructure. Familiarity with storage technologies (SAN/NAS, iSCSI, NFS) in a virtualized context. Experience with scripting or automation tools (PowerShell, Bash, Ansible, or similar) for infrastructure management. Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document processes clearly for a distributed team. Working knowledge of Microsoft Azure administration (e.g., virtual machines, storage, networking, and resource groups) sufficient to support hybrid on-premises/Azure infrastructure; deep or expert-level Azure architecture experience is not required for this role. Preferences Relevant certifications such as VMware VCP, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator, CompTIA Linux+/Server+, or RHCSA. Experience in a regulated industry (life sciences, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or similar) with awareness of compliance frameworks such as GxP, HIPAA, or SOX. Additional exposure to AWS and hybrid cloud/on-premises virtualization strategies. Experience with monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Zabbix, PRTG, Nagios, or similar). Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) as a complement to traditional VM infrastructure. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements                                                                                                            Extended computer and display screen equipment usage Ability to read and interpret materials, verbally communicate, and hear required. Critical Success Factors                                                                                                                                 Customer Focus.   Identifies, prioritizes and anticipates customer needs and delivers relevant, value-add, solutions to meet and exceed them Results Driven. Internal drive toward action to efficiently, timely, and accurately achieve results. Sets high but achievable standards for self and others. Seeks opportunities to improve process and outcomes. Constantly reviews performance to identify areas to develop. Efficient.    Takes responsibility for own time and effectiveness.  Identifies what needs to be done and does it before being asked or before the situation requires it.  Able to work things out without having to be shown too often. Seeks opportunities to contribute appropriately without direction.   Communication.    Able to communicate information and ideas clearly and articulately both in oral and written form. Uses appropriate language, style and methods depending on audience and the purpose of communication. Able to convey complex information clearly. Anticipates the information that others will need. Expresses ideas effectively.  Practices attentive and active listening. Collaboration .  Actively supports and contributes to the success of the team. Actively encourages and practices collaboration and cooperation on the team.  Shares information and supports other team members. Can get things done with and through others and set realistic objectives. Seeks opportunities to develop others. Relationship Builder.   Develops, maintain