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Network/Systems Engineer Manager
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Assurity
Assurity is looking for enthusiastic, driven and collaborative people to join our team. We’re a company of vibrant and passionate people who work every day to advance our mission of helping people through difficult times – and who truly want to make a difference. As a Certified B Corporation, we have a verified commitment to our people, community and planet, and we work every day to make the world a better place.
Ample opportunities for growth, a thriving culture and coworkers who care as much as you do are just the beginning. Come work with purpose. Learn more:
www.assurity.com/careers
Essential Functions
Administrator Virtualization and Cloud Operations
by:
Administer and optimize VMware and Nutanix VDI environments, including ESXi hosts, vCenter, and virtual machines.
Manage hybrid cloud connectivity between on-premise VMware Infrastructure and Microsoft Azure.
Support and maintain Azure Virtual Networks, Azure Active Directory, and Azure overall infrastructure.
Supervises Server Storage and Database Support
by:
Maintain Windows Server and Linux environments, including patching, backup, and recovery.
Manage SAN/NAS storage systems, ensuring redundancy, performance, and data integrity.
Work with database technologies such as Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB, ensuring proper connectivity, backup, and performance at the infrastructure level.
Collaborate with database and application administrators to optimize system resources and troubleshoot infrastructure-related database performance issues.
Oversee and maintain backup solutions and disaster recovery processes across physical, virtual, and database systems.
Manages Network Support operations
by:
Support and maintain LAN/WAN, VPN, and SD-WAN architectures.
Oversee performance monitoring, capacity planning, and troubleshooting of network systems.
Understanding of firewalls, switches, routers, and other critical networking components.
Maintains and develops Security and Compliance
by:
Implement and enforce security policies for network and cloud environments.
Work closely with cybersecurity teams to monitor and mitigate vulnerabilities.
Ensure compliance with relevant IT and data protection standards.
Provides general management and technical guidance to Systems engineers and database personnel
by:
Supervise network engineers and systems administrators (database administrators), providing mentorship and performance guidelines.
Coordinate with external vendors, ISPs, and service providers for maintenance and upgrades.
Plan and manage network-related budgets, projects, and documentation.
The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be substituted as necessary.
Experience and Skill Requirements
Five to eight years of experience in network or systems administration, with at least two years in management or lead role.
Strong expertise with VMware vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi.
Proficiency in Microsoft Azure management and hybrid network integration.
Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, and firewall configurations.
Experience managing storage solutions (SAN/NAS) and Windows/Linux servers.
Familiarity with PowerShell or other automation/scripting tools is a plus.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
Excellent communication and team leadership abilities.
Strategic thinker with attention to operational efficiency and scalability.
Talents required: purpose, focus, work ethic, competition, persuasion, relationship building, team orientation, positivity, stimulation, caring, arranging, learning.
Education and Certification Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology, or related field required, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware, VCP, Microsoft Azure Administrator, CCNP, CompTIA Network+) or other applicable certifications preferred.
Physical and Work Schedule Requirements
May require work in excess of 40 hours a week to complete position functions.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds from floor to table height.
Physical mobility sufficient to crawl under desks and between equipment cabinets to attach connectors, pull cables, etc.
We are not currently considering applicants in CA, CO, DC, HI, IL, MA, MD, MN, NJ, NY, VT, WA for this position.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Insurance
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
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Network/Systems Engineer Manager
role at
Assurity
Assurity is looking for enthusiastic, driven and collaborative people to join our team. We’re a company of vibrant and passionate people who work every day to advance our mission of helping people through difficult times – and who truly want to make a difference. As a Certified B Corporation, we have a verified commitment to our people, community and planet, and we work every day to make the world a better place.
Ample opportunities for growth, a thriving culture and coworkers who care as much as you do are just the beginning. Come work with purpose. Learn more:
www.assurity.com/careers
Essential Functions
Administrator Virtualization and Cloud Operations
by:
Administer and optimize VMware and Nutanix VDI environments, including ESXi hosts, vCenter, and virtual machines.
Manage hybrid cloud connectivity between on-premise VMware Infrastructure and Microsoft Azure.
Support and maintain Azure Virtual Networks, Azure Active Directory, and Azure overall infrastructure.
Supervises Server Storage and Database Support
by:
Maintain Windows Server and Linux environments, including patching, backup, and recovery.
Manage SAN/NAS storage systems, ensuring redundancy, performance, and data integrity.
Work with database technologies such as Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB, ensuring proper connectivity, backup, and performance at the infrastructure level.
Collaborate with database and application administrators to optimize system resources and troubleshoot infrastructure-related database performance issues.
Oversee and maintain backup solutions and disaster recovery processes across physical, virtual, and database systems.
Manages Network Support operations
by:
Support and maintain LAN/WAN, VPN, and SD-WAN architectures.
Oversee performance monitoring, capacity planning, and troubleshooting of network systems.
Understanding of firewalls, switches, routers, and other critical networking components.
Maintains and develops Security and Compliance
by:
Implement and enforce security policies for network and cloud environments.
Work closely with cybersecurity teams to monitor and mitigate vulnerabilities.
Ensure compliance with relevant IT and data protection standards.
Provides general management and technical guidance to Systems engineers and database personnel
by:
Supervise network engineers and systems administrators (database administrators), providing mentorship and performance guidelines.
Coordinate with external vendors, ISPs, and service providers for maintenance and upgrades.
Plan and manage network-related budgets, projects, and documentation.
The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be substituted as necessary.
Experience and Skill Requirements
Five to eight years of experience in network or systems administration, with at least two years in management or lead role.
Strong expertise with VMware vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi.
Proficiency in Microsoft Azure management and hybrid network integration.
Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, and firewall configurations.
Experience managing storage solutions (SAN/NAS) and Windows/Linux servers.
Familiarity with PowerShell or other automation/scripting tools is a plus.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
Excellent communication and team leadership abilities.
Strategic thinker with attention to operational efficiency and scalability.
Talents required: purpose, focus, work ethic, competition, persuasion, relationship building, team orientation, positivity, stimulation, caring, arranging, learning.
Education and Certification Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology, or related field required, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware, VCP, Microsoft Azure Administrator, CCNP, CompTIA Network+) or other applicable certifications preferred.
Physical and Work Schedule Requirements
May require work in excess of 40 hours a week to complete position functions.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds from floor to table height.
Physical mobility sufficient to crawl under desks and between equipment cabinets to attach connectors, pull cables, etc.
We are not currently considering applicants in CA, CO, DC, HI, IL, MA, MD, MN, NJ, NY, VT, WA for this position.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Insurance
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
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