Hitachi
IT Operations Engineer
HITACHI RAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated IT Operations Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. This position is based in Pittsburgh, PA. Accountabilities
Design implement and manage the organization's computer systems and networks Monitor and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and cloud environments Ensure system availability, performance, and scalability through proactive monitoring and tuning Ensure secure environment by proactively planning and patching/upgrading services, servers, network devices Automate operational processes using scripting and configuration management tools Implement and enforce security policies and procedures Manage backups, disaster recovery plans, and business continuity strategies Collaborate with Service Desk, Application and Cyber Security Teams Maintain documentation for systems, processes, and procedures Troubleshoot Level 3 and resolve system and network issues in a timely manner Participate in on-call rotation and incident response Required Skills
Configure hardware and implement security measures Network planning and performance monitoring Troubleshoot network connectivity problems and issues Document network configurations and changes Perform network upgrades and maintenance Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, WAN/LAN, VLANS, SDWAN, MPLS, BGP, SSL and IPsec VPN, Core Switching and Routing, etc.) Operating Systems (Windows, Linux RedHat) Optional: AIX, vIOS Experience with virtualization technologies like VMWare (mandatory), Hyper-V, Nutanix, KVM, proxmox... Strong knowledge in SAN, NAS and related environment (e.g., Fiber Channel, iSCSI) Monitoring and optimizing the performance of virtualized resources, including CPU, memory, and storage Deploying and managing virtual machines (VMs) and virtual desktops across the virtualized environment Manage Storage Ensure data integrity, security, and accessibility across various storage platforms Monitor backup jobs daily to verify successful completion and troubleshoot any failures or anomalies Manage backup infrastructure, including software Veeam, Commvault (mandatory) and hardware (e.g., tape libraries, NAS/SAN) Perform regular restore tests to validate backup reliability and ensure compliance with recovery time objectives (RTO) and recovery point objectives (RPO) Fortinet products e.g. FortiManager, FortiWeb and FortiAnalyzer Cisco products. Catalyst, Nexus, Enterprise Wireless, ISE, Mobility Express Dell, Hpe, IBM MFA, 2FA, OKTA Desired Skills
Cisco CCNA Certification VMWare Certification Fortinet Certification Required Experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Networking/Infrastructure Engineering Education
Bachelor's Degree in an IT related field Language
English Proficiency Benefits
Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to hrunitedstates@hitachirail.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to. At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
HITACHI RAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated IT Operations Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. This position is based in Pittsburgh, PA. Accountabilities
Design implement and manage the organization's computer systems and networks Monitor and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and cloud environments Ensure system availability, performance, and scalability through proactive monitoring and tuning Ensure secure environment by proactively planning and patching/upgrading services, servers, network devices Automate operational processes using scripting and configuration management tools Implement and enforce security policies and procedures Manage backups, disaster recovery plans, and business continuity strategies Collaborate with Service Desk, Application and Cyber Security Teams Maintain documentation for systems, processes, and procedures Troubleshoot Level 3 and resolve system and network issues in a timely manner Participate in on-call rotation and incident response Required Skills
Configure hardware and implement security measures Network planning and performance monitoring Troubleshoot network connectivity problems and issues Document network configurations and changes Perform network upgrades and maintenance Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, WAN/LAN, VLANS, SDWAN, MPLS, BGP, SSL and IPsec VPN, Core Switching and Routing, etc.) Operating Systems (Windows, Linux RedHat) Optional: AIX, vIOS Experience with virtualization technologies like VMWare (mandatory), Hyper-V, Nutanix, KVM, proxmox... Strong knowledge in SAN, NAS and related environment (e.g., Fiber Channel, iSCSI) Monitoring and optimizing the performance of virtualized resources, including CPU, memory, and storage Deploying and managing virtual machines (VMs) and virtual desktops across the virtualized environment Manage Storage Ensure data integrity, security, and accessibility across various storage platforms Monitor backup jobs daily to verify successful completion and troubleshoot any failures or anomalies Manage backup infrastructure, including software Veeam, Commvault (mandatory) and hardware (e.g., tape libraries, NAS/SAN) Perform regular restore tests to validate backup reliability and ensure compliance with recovery time objectives (RTO) and recovery point objectives (RPO) Fortinet products e.g. FortiManager, FortiWeb and FortiAnalyzer Cisco products. Catalyst, Nexus, Enterprise Wireless, ISE, Mobility Express Dell, Hpe, IBM MFA, 2FA, OKTA Desired Skills
Cisco CCNA Certification VMWare Certification Fortinet Certification Required Experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Networking/Infrastructure Engineering Education
Bachelor's Degree in an IT related field Language
English Proficiency Benefits
Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to hrunitedstates@hitachirail.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to. At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.