Engineer - Systems

WESCO

Saint Louis, MO

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SKILLS

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Best Practices, Business-to-Business (B2B), CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, Change Control, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Customer Support/Service, DevOps, Distribution Services, Fortune 500 Customers, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), Home Automation, Industry Standards, Information Technology & Information Systems, Logistics, Microservices, Microsoft Hyper-V, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Network Administration/Management, Network Operations Center, On Call, On Site Support, Operational Support, Operations Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Production Systems, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Replication and Remote Mirroring, Safety Standards, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Storage Area Network (SAN), Supply Chain, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Use Cases, VMWare, VMWare vCenter, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Virtualization, Windows PowerShell, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Saint Louis, MO

POSTED

Today

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.

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.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelors Degree - Information Systems, Computer Science or related field required; Masters Degree preferred

+ Technical certifications including CCNA preferred

+ 5+ years of experience as Network Infrastructure / IT Systems Engineer or similar relevant field preferred

+ 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

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits) and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Learn more about Working at Wesco here (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html) and apply online today!

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

_Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer._

_Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act._

_This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire._

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