Engineer - Systems

Wesco•Maryland Heights, MO

About The Position

Ascent, now part of Wesco, is a leading provider of mission-critical facility solutions across North America. With deep expertise in data center development, engineering, and operations, Ascent supports thousands of sites for top-tier clients, delivering reliable performance and innovative technology. As part of the Wesco family, Ascent continues to set the standard for safety, service, and operational excellence in the critical infrastructure sector. As the Engineer - Systems, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization’s IT infrastructure. You will ensure the seamless integration and optimal performance of various systems including servers, networks, and cloud services. You will be responsible for managing and supporting Microsoft Team Room technology to facilitate efficient communication and collaboration within the organization.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree - Information Systems, Computer Science or related field required
Strong knowledge of VMware and related virtualization technologies (vCenter, Hyper-V, etc.)
Understanding of cloud solutions and associated technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)
Knowledge of designing and building fully automated DevOps CI/CD pipelines
Strong understanding of PowerShell scripting
Knowledge of Veeam Backup & Replication / Backup Technologies
Experience writing scripts to automate mundane tasks
Strong understanding of Windows
A working understanding of VSAN, VxRail, and SAN Storage Technologies
Experience designing, configuring, and deploying applications in Microsoft Azure
Understanding of complex applications, micro-services, and serverless use cases
Must have the ability to follow established Change Control procedures to prevent unexpected interruptions to the production environment
Possess exceptional customer service skills
Possess both written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a team environment and self-manage tasks

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree preferred
Technical certifications including CCNA preferred
5+ years of experience as Network Infrastructure / IT Systems Engineer or similar relevant field preferred

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain IT infrastructure including servers, networks, and cloud services.
Support and system management of WAN, LAN, and Core networks.
Manage and support Microsoft Team Room technology to enhance team collaboration and communication.
Coordinate with other teams, Inside and outside of IT, including, but not limited to field support, data center site operations and project managers.
Collaborate with Vendors on selection of hardware.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for complex network and application issues when escalated.
Provide effective technical documentation to clearly communicate procedures to other IT personnel.
Ensure system security and compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Participate in on-call rotation as well as other after-hours support and maintenance activities as necessary.