[Hiring] Technology Infrastructure Engineer @SWCA Environmental Consultants

Role Description

The Technology Infrastructure Engineer – Cloud Engineering is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining cloud-based and on-premises infrastructure solutions that support the organization’s business applications and IT operations. This role focuses on Azure platform engineering, including:

• VM builds
• Azure Files migrations
• Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) performance
• Cloud networking

The engineer will also assist in:

• Automation
• Process improvement
• Cost management
• Supporting DevOps initiatives

This role requires strong collaboration with senior engineers, application teams, and security to ensure systems are reliable, secure, and optimized for performance and cost.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in Systems Administration, Network Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Three (3) years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering.
• Hands-on experience with Azure IaaS, Azure Files, and Azure Virtual Desktop.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and networking fundamentals.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Experience with backup, restoration, and disaster recovery processes.
• Understanding of DevOps concepts and CI/CD pipelines, including Azure DevOps.

Requirements

• Designs, builds, and maintains servers, network infrastructure, and related systems to ensure robust and reliable business operations.
• Manages cloud and Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IAAS) environments, performing tasks such as provisioning, scaling, monitoring, and patching.
• Administers directory services, including Active Directory, to control user access, permissions, and security configurations.
• Implements and oversees backup and recovery processes to protect organizational data and support disaster recovery objectives.
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex infrastructure issues, providing expert support for hardware, software, and connectivity challenges.
• Documents infrastructure configurations, changes, and procedures to maintain accurate records and support compliance requirements.
• Monitors system performance, network health, and resource utilization, recommending improvements to optimize efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to deploy new technologies, upgrade systems, and enhance overall infrastructure capabilities.
• Evaluates and integrates new infrastructure solutions, ensuring compatibility with existing environments and alignment with organizational goals.
• Communicates technical information and project updates to stakeholders, translating complex concepts into clear, actionable insights.
• Follows applicable federal, Tribal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, and specifications.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Benefits

• This is a regular (with benefits), full-time, salaried/exempt position reporting into our Phoenix Corporate Office.
• Highly qualified, remote (= distributed) employees based in the United States are highly encouraged to apply.

Company Description

Applications will be accepted until November 13, 2026, 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

Additional Job-Specific Responsibilities

• Administers Azure Files and Azure Virtual Desktop environments, including performance support for GIS and CAD workloads.
• Maintains hybrid integrations and troubleshoots Azure networking, including VNets, NSGs, routing, VPNs, and ExpressRoute.
• Automates infrastructure deployments and recurring tasks using ARM, Bicep, Terraform, PowerShell, and Azure Automation.
• Supports DevOps pipelines and deployment processes.
• Analyzes Azure costs and recommends optimization and right-sizing opportunities.
• Administers ArcGIS Enterprise components, including ArcGIS Server, Portal, Data Store, and Web Adaptors.
• Plans upgrades and patches, validates compatibility, and conducts post-implementation testing.
• Manages GIS accounts, roles, licenses, content transfers, and archival activities.
• Maintains SSL certificates, HTTPS enforcement, role-based access, and AD/SSO integrations.
• Validates ArcGIS backup and restoration procedures to support disaster recovery readiness.
• Optimizes ArcGIS services, caching, pooling, scalability, and adoption of new features.
• Provides specialized ArcGIS Enterprise support and user training.

Preferred Technical Qualifications

• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as ARM, Bicep, or Terraform.
• Familiarity with GIS or CAD workloads in virtual environments.
• Basic knowledge of Linux and container technologies.