Defender For Cloud Engineer

Description We are looking for a Network Engineer to join our team in Ohio in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This role is suited for a hands-on technology specialist who can strengthen infrastructure performance, support cybersecurity efforts, and improve day-to-day operational reliability across business and manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate will bring a practical approach to network and systems administration while helping identify smarter, more efficient ways to support users, platforms, and connected technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the performance, maintenance, and troubleshooting of core infrastructure including network equipment, firewalls, servers, virtual environments, cloud platforms, backup systems, telecommunications, and endpoint technologies.
• Manage and support enterprise tools such as Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Exchange, Intune, and related operating systems to ensure secure and reliable access across the organization.
• Provide high-level technical support by diagnosing complex issues, performing root cause analysis, and restoring service across infrastructure, business applications, manufacturing systems, and user devices.
• Build and enhance automation, scripting, integrations, reports, and data-driven solutions using PowerShell, APIs, and comparable technologies to reduce manual effort and improve visibility.
• Strengthen cybersecurity posture by addressing vulnerabilities, supporting incident response activities, enforcing secure configurations, and maintaining endpoint protection and patching practices.
• Administer user access, permissions, device controls, backup validation, and disaster recovery processes to maintain business continuity and operational resilience.
• Partner with internal teams and external vendors to evaluate, recommend, and implement infrastructure upgrades, licensing strategies, and technology improvements.
• Support business-critical and manufacturing-related applications, including ERP-connected environments, to help maintain stable and efficient operations.
• Contribute to compliance and audit readiness efforts by aligning technical practices with internal standards, security expectations, and regulatory obligations.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, process refinement, and emerging technologies, while offering technical guidance to users and cross-functional teams.

Requirements 3+ years of experience in network engineering, infrastructure administration, or a closely related IT role. Demonstrated knowledge of network administration, including switches, routers, and overall connectivity support in an enterprise environment. Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 and Office 365 technologies, including administration and support of core collaboration tools. Familiarity with endpoint and device management platforms such as Intune. Exposure to security and compliance tools or practices, including Microsoft Purview or comparable data governance technologies. Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues across networking, systems, cloud services, and end-user computing environments. Experience with scripting, automation, or systems integration using PowerShell, APIs, or similar tools is preferred. Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with users, vendors, and cross-functional teams.

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